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Catch up on all the latest from Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home and the animal welfare sector.
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How to care for your dog in hot weather.
Hot weather can be dangerous for dogs. Here's our advice on how to care for your dog in hot weather.
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The Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home Open Day Returns!
Join us for a pup-filled afternoon of fun and games.
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Microchipping your cat: What you need to know.
This National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day, we want to talk about the importance of microchipping your cat.
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139th Annual General Meeting
The Home's 139th Annual General Meeting takes place on Friday 26 May and observers are invited to join on Zoom.
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A New Beginning For Big Al
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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Keeping Your Dog Safe Over Easter
As enjoyable as Easter time is for us humans, there are some Easter dangers to be aware of to ensure your beloved dog’s health and wellbeing.
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Urgent Appeal For Pet Food
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home has issued an urgent appeal for donations of pet food.
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Fundraising Drive Leads To Generous Donation
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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Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home Scoops Service Excellence Award
The Home has been honoured for its pet food bank work at the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, coming first in the Service Excellence category.
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