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Blessing of animals

Okay, buddy. So you know how we love animals and we want them to be happy and healthy, right? Well, some people like to have a special day where they bring their animals, like dogs or cats, to a special meeting place called a church or a park.

Then, a very special person called a priest or a pastor stands in front of all the animals and says some nice words about how the animals are important and loved by us. Then, the priest or pastor will give the animals a special kind of prayer called a blessing. This is like a wish that the animals will be protected and healthy for a long time.

It's kind of like how we get birthday or Christmas presents, but instead of getting a toy or a game, the animals get a special prayer that makes them feel loved and protected. It's a fun and happy day for the animals and the people who take care of them!
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