You’re invited to Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home’s annual Community Day Event- your dog’s dream day out! Come pick up helpful tips and treats for your furry friends and join us for a pup-filled afternoon of games, competitions and waggly-tailed fun.

DATE: 7 September 2025
TIME: 11am – 3pm
LOCATION: Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home, 26 Seafield Road East, Edinburgh EH15 1EH
TICKET PRICE: Free for all!

We’re inviting friends, old and new, to join us for an afternoon of family, dog-friendly fun and activities to celebrate our Home!

Come and show off your dog’s handsome face and waggly tail in one of our competitions, learn expert animal-care tips, and put your pup’s self-control to the test in the notorious ‘Temptation Alley’.

Join us in the big paddock at Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home from 11am-3pm on Sunday 7 September for what will be your dog’s favourite ever day out!

• Show-off your gorgeous pup in competitions like handsomest boy, prettiest girl and waggiest tail.
• Treat pets (and yourself) to goodies and tasty food from a host of local stall holders.
• See if your dog has what it takes to make it to the end of Temptation Alley without stopping for the treats and toys along the way – or come to watch the hilarity!
• Enjoy fun for all the family with kid’s corner.
• Spend an afternoon surrounded by more pup’s than people!

This event is totally free. Show up for as little or as long as you like – we can’t wait to see you there!

Keep an eye on our socials or sign up to our monthly newsletter for all the details including stalls, food vendors and our popular competitions!

What’s on?

Competitions

Each competition will run for approximately 5 minutes

11:40am

Handsomest Boy

Prettiest Girl

Best Sausage Catch

Waggiest Tail

12:30pm

Best Trick

Best Rescue

Best OAP (age 9+)

Scruffiest Dog

1:20pm

Most Like Owner

Best Dressed

Best Doggy Duo (or more)

Most Appealing Eyes

2:10pm

Prettiest Girl

Waggiest Tail

Handsomest Boy

Best Sausage Catch

Temptation Alley Times

11am – 11.40am

12pm – 12.30pm

12.50pm – 1.20 pm

1.40pm – 2.10pm

2.30pm – 3pm

Educational Talks

12pm-12.20 – How to help a choking pet

2pm-2.20 – The importance of enrichment for cats

Food Vendors

Pizza Geeks

House Of Tapas

Mimi’s Bakehouse

Stallholders

Bains Retro Sweets

The Little Pad

East Coast Dog Training

Linda Whitelaw Craft Stall

Edinburgh Clinical Canine Massage

Holly Thomson Art

Brodie K9 Equipment

Blessing of the Animals

The Long Dog Candle Company

C’s Bakes

Cherry Trinkets

Custom Crafts by Alison

Thistle & Thread Crochet

Shelbys Dog Bakery

FAQs:

Where is it?

The large paddock at Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home. 26 Seafield Rd E, Edinburgh EH15 1EH

How accessible is this event?

We are committed to making our event as accessible as possible. However, please note that the event is taking place outdoors on uneven ground, which may limit access for some guests, particularly those using mobility aids. While we will do our best to support individual needs, please be aware that we are constrained by the facilities and layout of the site.

If you have specific access requirements or questions, please get in touch with us in advance so we can discuss how best to assist you.

Are there toilets at the event?

Yes, there will be portaloos and accessible toilets available for guests!

Will there be food available?

Food and refreshments from local vendors will be available for purchase.

What parking will available?

There is no general parking available at this event but there will be limited parking nearby. Accessible parking is available on the street with a permit.

Is this event suitable for families? 

Family fun and a day your dog will love is what our Community Day is about.

How to get there?

It’s about a 20-minute walk along the waterfront from Portobello Beach to the Home.

Alternatively, the 12 and 45 bus routes run to Bus Depot 1 on Seafield Road. From there it is a 10-minute walk to the Home.

Can I bring my dog?

Please do! All well-behaved pups on a lead are welcome.

Can I bring my cat?

Sadly not! The presence of cats would be too stressful and disruptive for our doggy visitors.
There will be cat-friendly goodies and treats on sale and our animal trainers and education officers love to share their feline knowledge and advice so be sure to chat to them about your cat!

Do I need to buy a ticket?

No – this event is totally free and un-ticketed.