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Los Angeles: Former New England Patriots safety and current Las Vegas
Locomotives defensive back Bret Lockett has been known to put some pretty mean
hits on opponents, but he recently called a timeout to come to the defense of
animals used for fur. Wearing nothing but his tattoos, Lockett is featured in a
new PETA ad shot by top celebrity photographer Gabrielle Revere next to the
words "Ink, Not Mink. Be Comfortable in Your Own Skin, and Let Animals
Keep Theirs."
After seeing graphic video footage of animals killed for
fur, Lockett, who was visibly moved, granted PETA an exclusive interview.
"What really hurt me was when I saw that an animal was still able to move
and lift [his] head up after he was completely skinned," said Lockett.
"It brought tears to my eyes."
According to PETA activists, "Every year, millions of foxes, minks, and rabbits—and even
cats and dogs—are beaten, electrocuted, and strangled for their pelts. Many are
skinned alive. For every piece of fur—whether it's a full-length coat or a bit
of trim on a collar or cuff—animals suffered immensely."
Lockett joins fellow gridironers Terrell Suggs, Michael
Strahan, Chad Ochocinco, Tony Gonzalez, Aaron Curry, and Willis McGahee as well
as a growing list of other professional athletes who have teamed up with PETA
to help animals.