An abandoned terrier is finally in a good home thanks to the Guam Animals In Need 2nd Chance Boonie Rescue program.

The program, modeled after the greyhound rescue program, essentially gives a boonie dog or cat that has been abused or is in poor condition the extra attention they need.

TJ was one such animal. He was found in early March, roaming around near the home of two GAIN volunteers who noticed that he appeared to have been beaten by strays bigger than him and suffered from a skin infection.

Later, the volunteers learned that TJ’s owner passed away and it is unknown how long he has been wandering the neighborhood, looking for scraps to keep himself alive.

Through the 2nd Chance Boonie Rescue program, TJ received necessary veterinary care and was placed in a foster home. On May 26, he was adopted by a family in North Carolina and he joined them there on June 4.

This program is made possible by the generosity and commitment of GAIN’s members and volunteers. Every animal deserves to be in a loving home. But until that day happens, Guam Animals In Need will continue to work hard to rescue animals from situations such as TJ’s.

But GAIN needs YOU. To help rescue more animals like TJ, become a GAIN member or donate to the 2nd Chance Boonie Rescue Program. As a 501 (c)(3) IRS-recognized organization, all of your contributions are tax deductible. Please call the Yigo Animal Shelter at 653-GAIN (4246) or visit www.myspace.com/guamanimalsinneed.