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Catch up on all the latest stories from Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home and the animal welfare sector.
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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Copper's Story: From frightened stray to cherished member of the family
September 4, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Love, commitment, patience and cuddles helped transform Copper overcome his fears and transform from a terrified stray to a relaxed and fun-loving member of the family. Read his story.
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2 old printed photos of cats laying on wooden background
Jenni's Story: 'All of my cats have been friends to me'
August 26, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Since she was 5 years old, Jenni has had cats in her life. Here she shares what her pets have meant to her and how she's chosen to honour their love. Read her story.
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Brave Bertie's story: A (not so) quiet retirement home
August 15, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Bertie is a 9 year old cat who came to us as a stray last year. He was very nervous while he was with us, often hiding away in his cat tower in the back of his pen. Read his story here.
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Mona smiling at the camera outside
Mona's happily ever after!
August 12, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Last year we shared that sweet and sensitive Mona was struggling to find her forever home. Not long after, Mona found her match and she's now been happily settled for almost a year! Here's her story.
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Venchie Children and Young People's Project: ‘Thanks to the pet food bank, my cats have all lived a long life’
July 7, 2025 by Betty Henderson
Joyce shares what receiving pet food support from the Venchie Children and Young People's Project and Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home means to her family.
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