Early last week, Helen Woodward Animal Center received a call from a rescue partner in Tulare, California. A female dog had been found dumped on the side of the road, initially believed to be dead. The rescue partner was struggling with overburdened kennels and concerns about where to keep the dog during her long recovery time. Helen Woodward Animal Center was honored to welcome her in. Gertie arrived at the Center severely emaciated, covered in scars, and struggling to eat solid food due to pai