TOMS RIVER – Two abandoned dogs are doing much better after township Police discovered them behind the Ocean County Mall on March 13.
The officers responded to Oak Avenue in back of the mall for a reported animal call. They found the dogs who may possibly be Maltese, approximately 1-2 years old.
The animals, a male and female, were abandoned, malnourished, matted, and in need of medical attention.
According to police the female has been cleaned up and groomed by the staff at the Toms River Animal Shelter and she “receiving lots of love.” The male underwent surgery at a veterinary office and is expected to make a full recovery.
Township Police Officer Kevin Oliver is handling the case and has asked anyone with information to contact him by e-mailing koliver@trpolice.org or Corporal. George Fernicola at gfernicola@trpolice.org.
