MARIE McNair's biewer terrier Heidi has been crowned as Holyrood's Dog of the Year, beating out tuff competition from the rest of the pack ...
The runners-up were Sue Weber, with her Hungarian vizsla Alfie in second place, and Alex Cole-Hamilton with his cockapoo Bramble in third.Jointly organised by the Dogs Trust and The Kennel Club, Edinburgh, the annual competition is open to all MSPs and celebrates the relationship between humans and dogs.
Some 13 MSPs took part with their canine companions this year, with the event held in the Scottish Parliament Gardens.The event helps to call attention to issues that affect dogs and their owners.MSP David Torrance, with golden retriever Buster, used the opportunity to call for the UK Government to drop VAT for dog food.MSP Mark Ruskell, who entered last year's contest with greyhound Joy and won the public vote, called for greyhound racing to be banned.
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