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
5. Dog and other pets attend blessing ceremony at Hoole Village Hall
They do say dogs are angels with wings! Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
6. Dog and other pets attend blessing ceremony at Hoole Village Hall
Welcome! Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
7. Dog and other pets attend blessing ceremony at Hoole Village Hall
Taking a well deserved rest. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
8. Dog and other pets attend blessing ceremony at Hoole Village Hall
Local minister Mandy Hughes led the blessing ceremony. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard