Our Vision
“Everything starts with someone’s daydream.”
This belief inspired the creation of Kittyhawk Animal Foundation. Named in honor of Leslie’s longtime equine companion, Kittyhawk Animal Foundation was established to make a meaningful impact on animal welfare. We became a registered Alberta charity on September 29, 2005, and received federal status in May 2007. Our board of directors includes founders Leslie and Noel Dowler, along with Dr. Deborah Carroll and Jennifer Simmonds.
What We’ve Accomplished
Since our founding, Kittyhawk Animal Foundation has worked tirelessly to support animal welfare initiatives in the greater Edmonton area. Some of our key achievements include:
- Donating over $75,000 to local rescue organizations to help expand their spay and neuter programs.
- Organizing spay and neuter clinics with the generous support of Granada Veterinary Clinic and, more recently, Westwind Veterinary Hospital, whose dedicated professionals donate their time and expertise to reduce pet overpopulation.
- Assisting feral cat feeding groups that provide food and shelter to community cats.
- Hosting annual sewing days, where talented volunteers create cozy pet beds and fun toys for rescued animals.
Our Mission
The object of Kittyhawk is to educate the members of the public relative to animal health, provide assistance programs for animals and, supply charitable benefits to animals as a whole. Its focus is to assist Edmonton and area animal rescue groups in finding permanent homes for the thousands of unwanted or neglected animals that would otherwise be euthanized.
Our Focus Areas
We prioritize initiatives that:
- Promote accessible spay and neuter programs to help reduce pet overpopulation.
- Provide essential resources and support for adoptable rescued dogs and cats.
Each year, Kittyhawk Animal Foundation invites applications from eligible animal rescue organizations in the greater Edmonton area. Funding is distributed annually on May 31st, and interested groups must submit their applications by May 1st to be considered.
Our History
In September 2013, Kittyhawk Animal Foundation hosted its first spay and neuter clinic at Granada Veterinary Services, where 18 volunteers worked alongside local rescue groups to care for homeless and feral cats and dogs. Encouraged by the success of this initiative, we continue to do Trap, Neuter, and Release Days, reinforcing our commitment to reducing pet overpopulation and supporting rescue efforts.
At Kittyhawk Animal Foundation, we believe that small actions lead to meaningful change. Through collaboration, compassion, and dedication, we continue to work toward a future where every animal has a chance at a safe and loving home.
