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Catch up on all the latest stories from Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home and the animal welfare sector.
Ola and Eddie at the top of a Munro
National Bucket List Day: Ola’s Munro Challenge
April 24, 2024 by Betty Henderson
Today is National Bucket List Day, and we spoke to team member, Ola, who’s currently working towards her bucket list goal.
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Bruin wearing a red jacket and looking into the camera in a field
Bruin's Story: A happy ending close to Home
February 16, 2024 by Betty Henderson
Bruin came to us as a malnourished and unwell young pup. He found his happy ending very close to Home. Read his story.
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Ziva and Iain sitting together in the grassy paddock at Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home
Ziva's Story: Love, patience and perseverance against the odds
January 29, 2024 by Betty Henderson
It took new owner, Iain, over three months to earn Ziva's trust. When she first came to us she was terrified of everything, especially men. Now Ian and Ziva are inseparable, read their story here.
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Pablo the cat getting a head scratch
Pablo's Story: A lucky escape
January 10, 2024 by Betty Henderson
Thanks to the dedication of heroic mechanics who worked for hours to free him from a car engine, Pablo has a second chance at life.
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Cat looking at lights on a christmas tree
Christmas Day in the Kennels
December 24, 2023 by Betty Henderson
Ever wondered what Christmas Day at Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home looks like? Here’s a sneak peek behind the scenes to see what our animals and team get up to.
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Piper the cat sleeping on the bed
Piper's Story: Not a day too soon
December 12, 2023 by Betty Henderson
Piper came to us just in time. Without our support, she would have had to find a safe place to give birth on the streets and her kittens might not have made it. Read her story.
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Bagel and Bridget cuddling in the outdoor paddock
Bagel's Story: Recovery against the odds
November 1, 2023 by Betty Henderson
When we first met her, Bagel was suffering from various severe and upsetting health conditions. It didn't look like she was going to make it. Read Bagel's story of recovery against the odds here.
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Derek and Alan
A New Beginning For Big Al
April 10, 2023 by Derek Stewart-Brown
This month the Home's PR Lead, Derek Stewart-Brown, made the life-changing step of adopting a pint-sized new companion, Big Al. In his latest blog, Derek walks us through the online process and the first days at home.
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Leith Dockers Club Donation 2023
Fundraising Drive Leads To Generous Donation
March 23, 2023
A very kind supporter, Mr Brian Baird, has been busy raising funds for the Home through a series of popular events held at the Leith Dockers Club.
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