Our latest news
Catch up on all the latest news from Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home and the animal welfare sector.
Help Dolly Breathe
Dolly is a French Bulldog who needs vital BOAS surgery to allow her to breathe freely. Help us raise £3100 towards the cost of her treatment.
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Community Day 2026
A huge thank you to everyone who came along to Community Day 2026. Here are some of our highlights from the day.
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Rudy's story
When he was rehomed from us in 2024, Rudy's boisterous behaviour left new owner, Hanna, with a lot on her plate. He was so destructive that she thought she might have to return him to us.
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Important message about a data security incident
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Sheila’s story: A lifetime of memories, a legacy to remember
Sheila was 6 years old the first time she and her family visited Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home. That day they met Sandy, a golden labrador who became a cherished member of their family for 13 years. Sheila shares her story.
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Beyond Bobby – Edinburgh’s famous dogs
We all know and love Edinburgh’s most famous dog, Greyfriar’s Bobby, the trust Skye terrier whose story has captured hearts for well over a hundred years.
But Edinburgh is a city of animal lovers and Bobby is not the only famous dog whose life has been commemorated. Here are some of Edinburgh’s other famous dogs.
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An update to our Governance team
Following our AGM at the end of May, we have some exciting updates to our Board of Governance. Read more.
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Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home Supported By Battersea
We’re incredibly grateful to have received £192,288 through the Future Ready programme, supported by Battersea. Read more.
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Edinburgh’s famous cats
We all know and love the story of Edinburgh’s beloved dog, Greyfriars Bobby, but let's not forget about the cats! Here are some of the city’s most famous cats.
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