A BENCH in memory of pets that have passed away was unveiled at a ‘pooch party’ in Erskine.

Staged at the Erskine Community Garden, in Barwood Park, more than 20 owners and their dogs gathered to celebrate.

And during the event, a new bench was unveiled which was named in honour of a much-loved Rottweiler, called Bruno, who brought comfort to others as a ‘therapet.’

The Gazette: Bridgette Morrison with four-legged friend NevisBridgette Morrison with four-legged friend Nevis

Heather Clisset, who organised the event, told The Gazette: “We did something similar in September and, since then, a lot of people have been asking us to do it again, so we used this event to unveil a bench that we had put in.

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“It has been named after a dog called Bruno. His owner, Joan, didn’t know about the bench, so it was a lovely surprise for her.”

An area behind the bench, towards the tree line, is set to become a pet playground, with dog-friendly plants and flowers, as well as a mini obstacle course.