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Dozens of animals taken from home in Berwick

Agents with the Pennsylvania SPCA removed 19 cats and kittens, 19 dogs and puppies, and a hamster from the home.

BERWICK, Pa. — Three dozen animals are now at the Pennsylvania SPCA in Philadelphia after being removed from a home in Berwick this week.

Humane officials say first responders were called to a home on Vine Street on Tuesday for a medical emergency. They found the animals living in unsanitary conditions.

Officers removed 19 cats and kittens, 19 dogs and puppies, and a hamster from the home.

Officials say most of the animals will eventually be put up for adoption. There is word if the pet owner in Berwick will face charges.

Read the release from the Pennsylvania SPCA here.

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