12th Annual Blessing of the Animals

The 12th annual “Blessing of the Animals” will take place on Saturday, April 13 from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Bellaire United Methodist Church. People of all faiths can bring their dogs, cats, hamsters, fish or other pets to receive an individual blessing from one of the church’s pastors. Attendees will also receive a free digital photo of that special moment from Nikky LaWell Photography. Plus, pet owners can have their dogs microchipped for only $20, courtesy of Citizens for Animal Protection. There will be facepainting for the kids and adorable adoptable pets from Golden Beginnings Rescue and Westie & Scottie Rescue of Houston. And you can visit other pet organizations like Rover Oaks Pet Resort, Westbury Animal Hospital, Faithful Paws pet therapy, Pet Supplies Plus, Three Dog Bakery, PupFit and Canine Companions for Independence. Come honor and celebrate our wonderful pet companions! For more information, go to www.bellaireumc.org/bota.