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Catch up on all the latest stories from Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home and the animal welfare sector.
Close up of Boston cocking his head at the camera outside in the paddock
Boston's story: Thin, frightened but always full of love
January 10, 2026 by Betty Henderson
Boston is a Lurcher puppy who’s had an incredibly tough start in life. He came to us, skinny, malnourished, and scared. Now he’s looking to make up for lost time. Read his story.
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Niall shaking hands with a member of staff
Niall’s story: An upsetting number of welfare cases
December 23, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Niall was worryingly thin and covered in paint when he came to us as a stray earlier this year. He’s just one of a number of shocking welfare cases we’ve seen recently. Read his story.
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Storm by the sea
Storm’s story – Why we fell in love with our Dutch Shepherd
December 14, 2025
Storm is a 4-year-old Dutch Shepherd who spent almost a year in our care before finding her forever home. Her new owner, Paula, shares the experience of rehoming a high-demand dog like Storm.
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Image of Lisa and Koa cuddling in the cattery
Koa's story: A little warrior finds her home
December 12, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Volunteer, Lisa, wasn’t sure if she was ready for a new cat after the loss of her beloved Topaz… until she met Koa. Read their story.
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Hamish sitting on a cliff by the sea
Hamish’s story: A story of dedication and love
December 10, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Paul visited Hamish, the anxious collie, twice a week for six weeks before Hamish was comfortable enough to go home with him. Read his story.
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Juno in her tunnel looking at the camera
Juno's story: A dream come true
December 2, 2025 by Betty Henderson
When Juno the Maine-Coon came to us earlier this year, she was in desperate need of some care and attention. Read Juno's story of resilience and love.
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Wilbur sitting outside smiling at the camera
Wilbur's story: This big worrier finds his safe-haven
November 24, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Wilbur, a 7 year old husky-malamute, was found lost and alone. He’s a big boy who’s had a tough life and deals with a lot of anxiety as a result. Read his story here.
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Summer's Story: Making up for lost time
November 14, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Summer was found alone, starving and scared, with a broken jaw and wounds across her body. Read her story of hope and recovery.
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Rosie sleeping on a soft bed
Rosie's Story: A safe home for the sweetest mum
November 14, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Rosie the cat was pregnant, lost and alone when she was brought to the home by a concerned member of the public. Read her story here.
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