The annual blessing of the animals takes place on Saturday, Feb. 21, from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Key West Wildlife Center parking lot across from the White Street Pier.
Reverend Daybree Thoms of Unity of the Keys will continue this tradition honoring the bond between humans and animals. All well-behaved, leashed or crated animal companions are welcome to come and receive a blessing or their humans can share their photo or name for a blessing in absentia. The event also remembers and blesses beloved pets that have died. Last year’s blessing recipients included mounted police horses, a police K9 officer, dozens of dogs and cats, birds, an iguana and a few rabbits. Treats and blessing certificates are provided. If you can’t attend in person, email your pet’s name or photo to church@unityofthekeys.org.
