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Pet Blessings

Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, marks the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment. To commemorate this observance, Archdiocese of Chicago parishes and shrines will host outdoor pet blessings over the weekend, beginning on Saturday, Sept. 28 and continuing through Saturday, Oct. 12, weather permitting.

Furry, feathery, fluffy, slimy, and spikey friends of all shapes and sizes are welcome to the celebrations. Here are some highlights of the 2024 pet blessings.

 

 

Enjoy the highlights of the 2023 pet blessings.