Greyfriar's Bum

Fnaar!

Edinburgh and San Diego, California, share a twinning link with a unique twist. Each city is home to a famous dog: Edinburgh's loyal and beloved Greyfriar's Bobby and San Diego's equally beloved vagabond dog, Bum. In recognition of these canine heroes, a statue of Bobby was presented to San Diego and this statue of Bum was gifted in return. The dogs represent the spirit of a twinning link - friendship, loyalty and shared experience.

Bum died 1898, aged 12 years.
Sculpted by Jessica McCain, USA.

Presented to the citizens of Edinburgh by the San Diego- Edinburgh Sister City Society in association with E Clampus Vitus, John P. Squibob Chapter 1853 on 19th July 2008.