ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — If you're one of the social media users who have taken up the cause of Eddy and Edith, two abandoned pit bulls recently discovered in Newark, then you can take a breath of relief for now.

On Wednesday, the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter provided an update about the pair of lovable dogs, stating that the two appear to be in good health despite the ordeal they both suffered.

The canines are OK, say their caretakers.

Both are expected to be available for adoption within the week, shelter staff said. Community members can make a make a donation to the shelter's Res-Q Fund on their behalf here.

Here's what the shelter wrote about their harrowing experience: