Organisers Carla Maloco and wife Maureen brought along dog Luna and tortoise Homer Simpson for the ceremony which took place on
The ceremony was held to pay tribute to all the animals that help people with Alzheimer's disease.
Carla recruited local minister Mandy Hughes to lead the blessing ceremony from 11.30am at Much Hoole Village Hall on Saturday.
The event was also attended by representatives from local vets and from the Alzheimer’s Society.
Take a look at some beautiful pictures from the ceremony.
You can read more about Carla and Maureen’s heartwarming story here
1. Dog and other pets attend blessing ceremony at Hoole Village Hall
The fur baby couldn't wait to get blessed! Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
2. Dog and other pets attend blessing ceremony at Hoole Village Hall
Dog and other pets at a blessing ceremony at Hoole village hall by a local minister. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
3. Dog and other pets attend blessing ceremony at Hoole Village Hall
The event was organised by Carla Maloco to recognise part pets play in comforting people and their carers dealing with Alzheimer's disease. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
4. Dog and other pets attend blessing ceremony at Hoole Village Hall
The couple's tortoise Homer Simpson was also blessed. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard