Edinburgh revealed as nation's second city for cat ownership
A new ranking of the UK’s top cat-loving locations has revealed that Edinburgh is officially the nation’s second city for cat ownership - and now the capital’s feline fans are being urged to test their pet knowledge in a new free game designed to make owners better prepared for real-life challenges.
The list of top ten cat-loving areas was compiled by the creators of Cat Angels Triumph, a free educational game developed with vets and animal welfare experts. The team analysed and collated several national studies from leading pet data sources to highlight where in the UK cats are most adored - and where owners might be most eager to put their feline know-how to the test.
According to the findings, Edinburgh has 19.1 cat owners per 1000 households, placing it just behind London, which topped the list at 44%. The Scottish capital is followed by Leeds, Manchester, and Reading in the top five.
UK’s Top 10 Cat-Loving Locations
- London - 44%
- Edinburgh - 19.1%
- Leeds - 18.2%
- Manchester - 12.8%
- Reading - 10.1%
- Southampton - 8.3%
- Northampton - 7.7%
- Brighton & Hove - 7.3%
- Sheffield - 7.1%
- Newcastle upon Tyne - 6.6%
Launched first in New Zealand, Cat Angels Triumph has now arrived in the UK, and its creators are specifically inviting people from the top ten cat-loving locations to play first and provide feedback.
The game combines heartfelt storytelling, dramatic decision-making, and practical lessons in feline welfare. It places players in emotionally charged, realistic situations - from searching for a missing cat to figuring out what’s making those strange noises in the garden. Each choice shapes the story and teaches players how to stay calm, capable, and compassionate when it matters most.
“We’re thrilled to see Cat Angels Triumph launch in the UK,” says Lorri Seymour-Baynes, Chief Executive Officer at The Cat Welfare Group. “With so many Edinburgh households sharing their homes with cats, this game offers a fantastic opportunity for owners to move beyond affection and into true empowerment - helping them anticipate the unexpected, deepen their understanding, and build stronger bonds with their feline family members.”
It’s not your typical cosy game. Behind the playful animations are hard-hitting truths: one in 25 cats goes missing, and more than 70% of cats that end up in shelters have no microchip. Cat Angels Triumph was designed to help owners prepare for those worst-case scenarios, so their cats don’t become part of those statistics.
So don't paws - play for free and leave feedback at CatAngelsTriumph.com - it could save your pet’s life. #CatAngelsTriumph