On Monday 29th April, Sue Webber, MSP for Lothian Region, and her dog Alfie will compete with other politicians and their canine companions to win the coveted title of ‘Holyrood Dog of the Year’ 2024.
Dogs of all shapes and sizes, regardless of breed, creed or ‘pawlitical’ persuasion, will be strutting their stuff with their MSP owners, as they head to the Scottish Parliament Gardens, Edinburgh, to see who will be crowned top dog.
Organised jointly by Dogs Trust and The Kennel Club, the competition offers the chance for Sue Webber MSP to show off her four-legged friend and celebrates the unique bond between dogs and their owners. The event also encourages open dialogue on dog welfare issues in addition to providing an opportunity for MSPs to meet with experts to discuss all aspects of the canine world.
Sue Webber MSP said:
“I am excited about taking part in the competition for the third year now. Alfie has grown up a lot since his first appearance and I am hoping that this time round we will be a winning team. Owning a dog is a real privilege and Alfie brings so much joy to our homelife. We love getting outdoors for long walks in the Pentlands, although Alfie isn’t a fan of the rain.
"The event is important as it also provides an opportunity to discuss responsible dog ownership and raise important issues relating to dog welfare. Please cast your vote for Alfie, he is part of my pawlitical life every day of the year!”
MSPs are also calling on their supporters to vote for them online, in a bid to win the ‘pawblic’ vote, with additional judging on the day which will review the contestants on their good dog deeds and winning personalities. This will then determine which political pooch will take home the ultimate parliamentary privilege of the ‘Holyrood Dog of the Year 2024’ title.
To vote for Sue Webber MSP with Alfie, and to find out details of all the MSPs and dogs entered for Holyrood Dog of the Year visit thekennelclub.org.uk/hdoty
Dogs Trust has two Rehoming Centres in Scotland - Glasgow and West Calder. To see all the dogs patiently waiting on new homes click here: https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/rehoming/
