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March 13, 2026
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Bobby’s Owner, Jock Gray, a night watchman with Edinburgh Police force, died in 1858. He was buried in Old Greyfriar’s Churchyard.
Despite dogs not being allowed in the graveyard, Bobby sat at his master’s grave and earned the affection of local residents, who looked out for him and fed him.
Despite dogs not being allowed in the graveyard, Bobby sat at his master’s grave and earned the affection of local residents, who looked out for him and fed him.
Visitor Information
Headstone for John (Jock) Gray can be found in nearby Greyfriar’s Churchyard.
Accessibility Information
There is level access to the statue although the ground is uneven in places and it is situated near a busy road.
