Three people are facing charges for allegedly keeping dozens of dogs in filthy conditions.The dogs were seized Wednesday at a Medford home by the Suffolk County SPCA. More than 50 were found, including some that officials said were sickly and near death. The organization said respirators were needed to save some of the pets.Authorities learned of the house after a Speonk couple's dog was stolen on Saturday. Police said an ad was found online looking for someone to adopt the dog for a fee. They said the posting lied about the way the dog was obtained.According to police, Karen Schleich and David Bernacchi operated Lucky Funds Rescue. Police said they claimed to be a non-profit organization, but a $300 donation was expected in exchange for the adoption of one of their animals.

Police said they are currently investigating how much money was made and how many dogs were adopted through Lucky Funds Rescue. They believe other dogs may have been stolen.

Kristin Beauchesne, of Shirley, faces grand larceny charges and David Bernacchi and Karen Schleich, who lived at the Medford home, face animal cruelty charges.Anyone interested in adopting one of the pets can call the Suffolk County SPCA at 631-382-7722.

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