ScotRail ticket examiner adopts kitten abandoned on Edinburgh train

A kitten abandoned on a train to Edinburgh has been adopted by a ScotRail ticket examiner.

The kitten was discovered in a carrier by concerned passengers on the 8.25am ScotRail service from Helensburgh on January 8.

After being taken to Dalmuir train station, she was brought to the Cats Protection branch in Glasgow, where staff affectionately named her Annie.

After receiving veterinary checks and necessary vaccinations, the six-month-old was adopted on Wednesday February 11.

Daisy has settled into her new home. Supplied

Annie – now renamed Daisy – has found a loving home with ScotRail ticket examiner, Marie Fox, who lost her previous cat in August.

“When we first found Annie on the train, I never imagined she’d end up coming home with me,” she said.

“Seeing how small and vulnerable she was that morning really stayed with me, so to now be able to give her a safe and loving home feels incredibly special.

“We’ve renamed her Daisy because it feels like a fresh start. I lost my own cat last August, so adopting Daisy feels like perfect timing. She’s already brought so much joy into our house, and I’m looking forward to watching her grow and thrive.

“I’m so grateful to Cats Protection for the care they’ve given her and to everyone who supported Annie’s story. She’s had quite the journey already, but this is just the beginning.”

Daisy appears relaxed in her new home Cats Protection

Cats Protection Glasgow branch coordinator, Elaine Brennan, said: “Annie has spent the last month with one of our fantastic fosterers, where she has completely flourished.

“We have been overwhelmed by the love that’s poured in for Annie. We set up a JustGiving for her and were blown away when it completely smashed our target and raised nearly £5,000. We’re so grateful to everyone who took the time to donate and share, the money raised will go a long way for the cats and kittens in our care.

“We had so many offers to rehome Annie, but we truly believe we’ve found the perfect home with Marie.

“Marie is one of the original team members who brought Annie to safety and looked after her at Dalmuir Station until we arrived. It really is one of those wonderful full-circle moments.

“While we have given Annie all the love and care possible, nothing compares to a loving, permanent home. We can’t wait to see her thrive with Marie and her family.”