2^nd Annual Family Pet Fair & Blessing of the Pets Scheduled for Saturday October 4, 2014

St. Francis Animal Hospital and St. Philip Neri Animal Ministry are excited to announce the second annual Family Pet Fair & Blessing of the Pets to be held Saturday, October 4, 2014 from 10am to 2pm at Fletcher Park, 1652 Atlantic Blvd. in San Marco.  Come join the fun-filled event under the beautiful trees of Fletcher including vendors with items for pets and people, food vendors, “Laundromutt” charity dog wash, free doggie nail trims, Ask the Vet, Ask the Trainer, face painting, dogs available for adoption, and more concluding with a blessing of the pets at 1:30pm.

In the United States, October 4 is traditionally celebrated as the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi.  Because St. Francis of Assisi is known as the patron saint of animals and the environment, October 4 is a very popular day for pets to be blessed.  All types of pets are welcome to participate in the blessing and for those pet parents who can’t bring your pet, a photo of your pet is encouraged.  All dogs should be on a leash and all cats should be in carriers.

Proceeds raised from the event will go to local nonprofits St. Francis Animal Hospital and St. Philip Neri Animal Ministry to help family pets in need of medical care.