All creatures great and small will be welcomed to Unity Church’s Annual Pet Blessing. Now in its third year, the Blessing has expanded to include food, music, vendors and of course adoptable animals from local rescue groups. 
The event is held in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, who was born in 1181 in early October. Interestingly, St. Francis arranged for the first manger scene, which included animals in 1226.
Bring your dog, cat, bird, turtle or other pet love to Unity Church of an official blessing on Saturday from 10am to 3pm. The event will be held at 3023 Proctor Road in Sarasota.
For a quick look at last years Blessing of the Animals at Unity Church click on the arrow to play below.
On Sunday, adorable adoptable animals from Honor Animal Rescue will be on hand at PetCo in University Park. Located at 131 North Cattleman Road (West of I-75, north off University) and say hello to the HAR animals shown there. Specially selected highly adoptable dogs and cats are featured every Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon to 4 pm. During these hours, skilled HAR adoption counselors and animal handlers are available to assist you.
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