About Us

Our story begins with Edna Jackson, who opened her Critter’s Pet Supply shop in Crossfield in 2006. Soon after, she rescued a local stray and let him live in her store. His name was Thomas, and he is now our mascot.

Over the next four years, Edna took in all manner of animals who were dumped literally on her door step. From dogs tied to her door after hours, fish left behind during a move, to even a small kitten tied up in a plastic garbage bag left at her door step – Edna saved them all.

The need for an animal shelter in the Crossfield area was apparent. Edna reached out to the community, friends and family and soon Tails to Tell Animal Rescues Shelter Ltd. was born. We opened our doors in September of 2010.

Tails to Tell is a registered Alberta charity (Reg. No. 852483312RR0001) that is run by a Board of six volunteers who oversee the operations of our shelter, work with coordinators and committees, as well as focus on continual improvement. Our shelter is operated by two staff and a host of valuable volunteers. Tails to Tell often benefits from the valuable contributions of short term employees, and also our Summer Student and Internship Programs, which allow us to hire student interns who are supported by Federal Grants or a Work Experience program.

Since opening, we estimate that over 4500 animals have been helped, and hundreds more continue to be helped each year. Any numbers stated for a year do not include cats and kittens that are found and returned to their owners. Thanks to our wonderful supporters who not only supply monetary donations, but also dedicate their talent and time volunteering and provide foster homes to care for needy animals.