Capital Cats and Canines
Dog Walkers
Capital Cats and Canines
Edinburgh EH5 2GJ, Edinburgh
# Capital Cats and Canines
Capital Cats and Canines is a family-run pet care business based in North Edinburgh, established in 2010 by Vivienne Moir. Founded by someone with a background in zoology and business management, the company emerged from a genuine understanding of working professionals' struggles to find reliable pet care. Vivienne's experience across demanding roles at organisations including the Scottish Wildlife Trust and National Museums of Scotland directly inspired her to create a service prioritising flexibility and quality. Her partner Richard joined full-time in 2019, bringing IT sector expertise that now supports their growing operations.
The business specialises in personalised pet care rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. Their approach centres on treating each animal as a family member, with particular emphasis on individual welfare needs. They work exclusively with small groups—up to six dogs per walk—in quieter green spaces around Edinburgh, rather than large commercial operations. This allows genuine attention and appropriate exercise for each pet.
What distinguishes Capital Cats and Canines is their principled stance on animal welfare. They're registered professional dog walkers with City of Edinburgh Council, fully insured, and maintain strict vaccination and health requirements. Their puppy socialisation programme includes bespoke checklists and carefully-managed progression into group walks, respecting developmental needs. The team's hands-on involvement—even on personal days—reflects their genuine commitment to animals. Their rescue dog Juno and cats Pebbles and Cosmo serve as testament to their values.
Capital Cats and Canines is a family-run pet care business based in North Edinburgh, established in 2010 by Vivienne Moir. Founded by someone with a background in zoology and business management, the company emerged from a genuine understanding of working professionals' struggles to find reliable pet care. Vivienne's experience across demanding roles at organisations including the Scottish Wildlife Trust and National Museums of Scotland directly inspired her to create a service prioritising flexibility and quality. Her partner Richard joined full-time in 2019, bringing IT sector expertise that now supports their growing operations.
The business specialises in personalised pet care rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. Their approach centres on treating each animal as a family member, with particular emphasis on individual welfare needs. They work exclusively with small groups—up to six dogs per walk—in quieter green spaces around Edinburgh, rather than large commercial operations. This allows genuine attention and appropriate exercise for each pet.
What distinguishes Capital Cats and Canines is their principled stance on animal welfare. They're registered professional dog walkers with City of Edinburgh Council, fully insured, and maintain strict vaccination and health requirements. Their puppy socialisation programme includes bespoke checklists and carefully-managed progression into group walks, respecting developmental needs. The team's hands-on involvement—even on personal days—reflects their genuine commitment to animals. Their rescue dog Juno and cats Pebbles and Cosmo serve as testament to their values.
Services offered
Dog walkingPuppy visits and socialisationPet feedingExercising and toiletingBasic obedience trainingPet sittingHoliday pet careBusiness travel pet care