Hugo’s Heroes

Lucy was chosen by Hugo's family to receive Hugo’s Special Recognition Award 2024 for her incredible devotion and fundraising for charity, Held in our Hearts. Lucy's total fundraising for the charity since 2019, is just under a phenomenal £16,000. Lucy is a 14 year old Yorkshire terrier cross who was rescued by her lovely owners Kelly and Sharon, when she [...]

Buddy was nominated by his owner Emma, for his sheer devotion, his loyalty and love for her. Buddy was the light that guided her through difficult times. Buddy saved her life. Their story began when Emma and Buddy first met in June 2016 when Buddy was just 8 weeks old. Emma told us: “Buddy turned 8 years old on [...]

Meatball's story began several years ago as a stray. He began visiting the Kershaw family, Clare, Daniel and their children Sophie (age 13) and Jack (9), through their cat flap and eating their own cat’s food. The family told us he was such a handsome boy yet in such a bedraggled state, with ticks on his face and matted fur. [...]

One of Westport Vets Local Canine Heroes for South Queensferry, Andrew the Golden Retriever. Andrew attended the Westport Vets South Queensferry practice to assist in the treatment of an emergency case. He helped to save the life of another dog by being a blood donor. Andrew is a registered blood donor at Westport Vet. His owners, Annette and Tony [...]

Archie is a Cocker Spaniel who was rescued from Edinburgh Dog and Cat home 3 years ago. He was adopted by owner Liz King after the tragic and sudden loss of her husband David. Liz and David were happily married for 33 years and his loss was absolutly devastating. Archie is an extremely sweet and very loving dog. He [...]