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Gertie got her happily ever after—watch her story. [Then become a Humane Hero to help more animals get their happy ending»]( [HSUS logo]( [Watch Gertie's story]( {NAME}, when we found Gertie during our undercover investigation at Chelsea Kennel Club in Manhattan earlier this year, she was suffering from “a little cough” that turned out to be undiagnosed pneumonia. This sweet Shiba Inu puppy was one of many who weren't being properly treated for severe illnesses, and yet they were being sold to unsuspecting consumers while still sick. [Watch Gertie's journey from rescue to recovery.]( Outraged animals lovers protested outside the shop after we revealed our findings and eventually, it closed its doors for good. When compassionate people like you come together to help animals, there’s no stopping the impact you have on those who need you the most. Gertie is now healthy, happy and safe in a forever home. [Watch our new video of her shocking yet heartwarming story, then become a Humane Hero.]( Your monthly gift will help rescue animals from natural disasters, puppy mills and other large-scale situations of cruelty and neglect, and will support all our efforts to protect animals and give them the lives they deserve. [Watch her story]( Video by Patrick Brothers/The HSUS [HSUS Facebook]( [HSUS Twitter]( [HSUS YouTube]( [HSUS Pinterest]( [HSUS Instagram]( [View in browser]( Prefer to make your gift over the phone? Please call [866-673-3553](. Starting 1/2/2018: We're changing our sender email address! Please add connect@humanesociety.org to your email address book, contacts or safe senders list. This will ensure delivery to your inbox so you don't miss out on new ways to help animals. Copyright 2017 [The Humane Society of the United States]( 1255 23rd Street, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20037 donorcare@humanesociety.org | [202-452-1100]( This message was sent to {EMAIL}. [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy](