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Investigation still ongoing: OSPCA continued from p.4 tip about a neglected donkey. While no donkey was found, the group discovered 28 dogs -- seven of them just eight to 10 days old -- 10 rabbits and one cat. The humane society reported the animals had inadequate shelter, no food and only frozen water in their bowls. Two dead animals, a cat and a dog, were also found. All animals were seized and placed in the care of the humane society. No charges have been laid and the investigation is ongoing. While most of the animals have since been adopted, Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) Inspector Brad Dewar confirmed Monday four adult dogs have been returned to their owner. "There is a provision through the OSPCA Act where an owner can obtain their animals back, but in regard to this specific case only four animals were returned to the owner and that was to stay within the guidelines of the city bylaws, but also to ensure standards of care are being met for those animals," said Dewar. Dewar said in such circumstances, an owner must correct issues that caused the animals to be seized in order to get the animals back. This could include providing housing, providing for the general welfare of the animals and obtaining veterinary care. Dewar also said in these situations, an owner's 11 | Thursday, June 18, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com A beagle puppy, a little more than a week old, was among the 39 animals seized from a rural Milton farm. | Oakville Beaver file photo property is subject to inspections to ensure standards of care are being met for the animals. He noted the dogs could come into the care of the OSPCA again in the event charges are laid, a finding of guilt is registered and a court prohibits animal ownership. At this time it is unclear when the investigation into this incident will conclude or if charges will be laid. Many of the animals seized from the property required medical care with several rabbits suffering from numerous lacerations and infections on their legs and one needing an eye removed, according to humane society officials. Several of the dogs had heartworm or dental health so poor it prevented them from eating properly. Finalists for 2014! The Oakville Chamber of Commerce Conservation Leadership Award recognizes local businesses that have shown their strong commitment to efficiency improvements, energy savings, sustainability, and conservation. Join us in congratulating the following five finalists for their commitment to energy savings. Bentall Kennedy Carat Kings Jewellers M&M Meats, Prince Michael Drive Rio Can (Oakville Place) Vac Aero International Inc. Oakville Saves! Oakville Hydro has helped over 250 local businesses receive more than $2.3 million in incentives. Together, these finalists saved over $70,000 in incentives and will save over $80,000 a year in electricity costs. Want to learn more about how we can help your business save energy? Contact us at retrofit@oakvillehydro.com or visit Oakvillehydro.com Funded by the Independent Electricity System Operator and offered by Oakville Hydro Electricity Distribution Inc. OM Official Mark adopted and used by the Independent Electricity System Operator. Used under licence.