Fred wasn’t always the underdog we know today.

Fred used to lead a simple dog life filled with love and energy. Thanks to Henry; his best friend, his family, his everything, Fred enjoyed his days filled with joyful walks, warm cuddles, and unwavering companionship. For two wonderful years, Fred knew only love.

But life can change in an instant.

One ordinary day, during a walk they had taken a thousand times before, Henry collapsed. Fred didn’t understand what was happening, but he sensed the gravity of the moment. He stayed close, licking Henry’s hand and nudging him with his paw, refusing to let anyone come too close. When the ambulance arrived, Fred jumped in, staying by Henry’s side in the hospital until the very end.

When Henry passed away, Fred’s world fell apart. The only thing he had left was the scarf Henry had given him on his first birthday — a tangible reminder of the love they shared. But love wasn’t enough to protect Fred from the harshness of the world. Henry’s family, uninterested in Fred, turned him out onto the streets.

For two long years, Fred wandered alone. Gone were the warm beds and hearty meals; now, every night was spent shivering on cold pavement, every meal scavenged from dumpsters. He endured hunger, loneliness, and rejection, clinging to his scarf and the memories of a happier time.

Then, one freezing winter night, fate intervened.

A crumpled newspaper, carried by the wind, landed at Fred’s paws. The headline read: “RACE OF LIFE” — a competition with a prize so grand it could change not just Fred’s life, but the lives of so many others like him. Something stirred deep inside Fred. Could this be his chance to create a better tomorrow?

At first, Fred, frail and malnourished, wasn’t sure he could do it. He saw his reflection in a puddle and questioned if he had any fight left. But fate intervened in the form of a former world heavyweight boxing champion named Red Bomber, whom Fred bumped into while wandering the city streets. The impact caused the newspaper article to fall out of Fred’s scarf right at the feet of the former boxer, who read it. Their eyes met, and through their expressions, they felt a connection as if they had known each other for years.

Red saw something in Fred that others didn’t: resilience, determination, and an unbroken spirit. Taking Fred under his wing, Red became more than a trainer — he became a friend, a mentor, and a reminder that second chances are worth fighting for. Fred used this newborn motivation to dedicate his days to preparing for the Race Of Life.

Follow Fred The Dog as he prepares to conquer the harshness of this world with compassion, kindness, and dedication.

Follow him on the journey towards the Race Of Life. Fred’s exciting story is one that we can all learn from, because Fred is far more than just another Crypto mascot, he is the representation of our striving for a better world and a movement that is able to achieve that.

Don’t just watch the change — Be the change. Be Fred 🌍🐾