Service to mark 150 years since the death of Edinburgh icon Greyfriars Bobby
School pupils will lay flowers in tribute to the famous dog
Last updated 14th Jan 2022
A service is being held in Edinburgh to mark one of its most famous historical figures, Greyfriars Bobby, 150 years on from the dog's death.
The story of the pet who kept a vigil by his master's grave in Greyfriars Kirkyard has enraptured visitors and locals in the capital for generations.
The animal is also immortalised in the nearby statue, which is frequently photographed by tourists.
Today's service at the kirk will see pupils from George Heriot’s School will lay a posy supplied by the Dogs Trust and a piper will also play tribute.
Jack Johnstone is from the Dog’s Trust said: "People love dogs. Bobby is Edinburgh's dog, Bobby is Scotland's dog. His story is worldwide.
"People all over will come to Edinburgh - and if they're dog-related and have read Greyfriars Bobby, that's where they end up.
"That loyalty that is symbolised in the Greyfriars Bobby story is still there between dogs and humans.
"And I like the second 'L' word - that loyalty that the dogs give us I think is returned by love."
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