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Lucky Dog of Todmorden

Centre Vale Park
Todmorden, England

This life-sized sculpture has gained a reputation for bringing luck to anybody who touches it. 

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Lucky Dog of Todmorden Tim Green / CC BY 2.0
Lucky Dog of Todmorden Tim Green / CC BY 2.0
Lucky Dog of Todmorden Tim Green / CC BY 2.0
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Located in beautiful Centre Vale Park, this life-sized steel sculpture of a sitting dog has gained a reputation for bringing good fortune to anybody who gives it a friendly pat.

The statue, which is also known by the name of Victor, is dedicated to the canine companion of former mayor Albert Palmer.

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