St. Francis Animal Hospital and St. Philip Neri Animal Ministry are excited to announce the fourth annual Family Pet Fair & Blessing of the Pets to be held Saturday, October 1, 2016 from 10am to 2pm at Fletcher Park, 1652 Atlantic Blvd. in San Marco. Come join this fun-filled event for the whole family under the beautiful trees of Fletcher Park. The event will include vendors with items for pets and people, food vendors, $15 pet microchipping, a “Laundromutt” charity dog wash, free doggie nail trims, kids activities, dogs available for adoption, a silent auction, and more. The event also includes a pet costume contest at 12:30pm and a blessing of the pets at 1:30pm. The 2016 Family Pet Fair Blessing of the Pets is sponsored by Paw Prints Pet Crematory, Pet Supermarket, Superior Fence and Rail, and Trad’s Garden Center and Pest Control.
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.
Booth space is available for businesses and organizations who wish to participate in the event. For more information, please contact events@saintfrancisanimalhospital.org or 904-674-7223.
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.