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(KMOV)- News 4 heard details of a disturbing discovery in a local animal kennel.

More than 100 pure-bred dogs found in horrendous conditions that one police officer said were not fit for either people or animals.

Dogs were found at a licensed kennel and nearby home in Fieldon, Illinois in Jersey County.

Animal authorities said they got a tip and first went into the kennel Monday and removed 40 dogs.

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Another 75 were taken on Wednesday.

The animals are now receiving care.

The owners, John Payne and Marsha Payne-Snyder could spend up to a year behind bars if convicted on all charges.

Investigators said they also found some dead puppies.

Shelters:

HOPE SHELTER

ALTON 618-463-9983

METRO EAST HUMANE SOCIETY

EDWARDSVILLE 618-656-4405

RIVER BEND HUMANE SOCIETY

JERSEYVILLE 618-498-7299