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Mrs Murray’s unveils ‘love lock’ inspired sculpture to show commitment to pets

The Locked in for Life campaign has been launched at Mrs Murray's. Photo: Wullie Marr/DCT Media.
The Locked in for Life campaign has been launched at Mrs Murray's. Photo: Wullie Marr/DCT Media.

An Aberdeen cat and dog rehoming centre has revealed a sculpture to make people think about what a commitment pets are.

Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home has launched its Locked In For Life campaign, which encourages people to fully think about what it takes to look after an animal.

The heart-shaped sculpture will also act as a tribute, with members of the public able to attach a padlock in memory of a beloved pet.

Inspired by the famous Lock Bridge in Paris, the charity believes the piece is a way for people to “lock in” their commitment to their pets and share a lasting symbol of their love.

Team members unveiled the heart-shaped sculpture at the rehoming centre in Seaton today, helped by current resident Ozzie.

All of the materials were donated by Gilmar Engineering Ltd and the sculpture was created by Harrie Bell.

Nikki Dalgarno, Heather Fowlie and Ozzie at the unveiling on Thursday morning. Photo: Wullie Marr/DCT Media.

Showing love and support

Heather Fowlie, animal care assistant, said: “We launched the campaign at the beginning of February to highlight the commitment you take on when you own or rescue a pet.

“You’re keeping them for the whole of their lives, not just for a birthday or Christmas, they’re a long-term commitment.

“The idea is that people will bring along their own personalised padlocks with their pets names to show them locking in their commitment to their pets. And then we have a memorial display in the shape of a heart with a grid where people can attach the locks.

“It’s there for everyone to see and way for people to show their support and love for their pets.”

Pet owners can add their own padlocks to the feature. Photo: Wullie Marr/DCT Media.

The team at Mrs Murray’s ask that you give a £5 donation if you are adding a padlock to help them support the animals in their care and find them the best homes possible.

People can come along at any time to attach their own padlock and share photos online using the hashtag #LockedInForLife.