Albuquerque pets receive blessings at annual church adoption event

Community members gathered in Albuquerque on Saturday with their cats, dogs and horses. Clergy members offered prayers for the animals during an annual community gathering. The gathering took place at Hope Plaza.

“Hope in the Desert” Church hosted the 3rd Annual Pet Blessing and Adoption Event. Bernalillo County Pet Rescue brought several animals for adoption. Organizers said they had about 10 adoptions last year.

Pet rescue groups regularly connect homeless animals with local families in Albuquerque. Community organizations often host adoption events alongside public donation drives.

Local vendors sold handmade goods at the site. Organizers also collected food donations for animals in need.