Dr Lisa Cameron MP: Politicians and their pets

Breed? French Bulldog

Age? 10 years

How long have you had him? Six years

Where did you get him?

SSPCA Bothwell Bridge.

What can he do? He can jump up on the couch when we are out, knowing that he is not allowed.

What do you love about him? He is very cheeky and loving.

What special talents does he have? He has sad eyes that tell you when he needs a walk or his dinner.

What’s his best trick? Sitting in the sun spot in the garden before anyone else.

What are his most annoying habits? He sheds hair and I am forever hoovering.

What’s the worst thing he’s done? Chewed my new cushions/sofa.

Do you think of yourself as a pet parent or pet owner? A pet owner. I have two kids too and being their parent is hard enough!

What’s the most ridiculous thing you have bought or done for Rossi? Bought him a hammock bed.

What’s your first pet or animal-related memory? Having lost my kitten on the train journey to our new house as they insisted in putting it in the cargo part and someone must have taken him.

What was the first pet you ever had? Twinkle, a Yorkshire Terrier.

What would be your dream pet? I would like a chihuahua for Rossi to have as a friend.

If you could be any animal, what would you be? A horse running freely in the countryside.