For countless people, their animal is a special member of their family which is one of the leading reasons why so many people make a prayer request on behalf of their pets. Prayers for pets can come in many different forms. You may opt to say a prayer intention for a sick animal or you may simply want to request that God keep your special pet safe and healthy.
You will receive photos of your printed prayer request placed on the Stone of Anointing; the place where Jesus’ body was prepared for burial after his crucifixion.
Prayer for Animals to St. Francis
St. Francis of Assisi is considered to be the patron saint for animals and pets. Here is an example of one of the powerful prayers to saints that you can use regarding a beloved pet:
Heavenly Father, our human ties with our friends of other species is wonderful and special gift from You. We now ask You to grant our special animal companions your Fatherly care and healing power to take away any suffering they have. Give us, their human friends, new understanding of our responsibilities to these creatures of Yours. They have trust in us as we have in You; our souls and theirs are on this earth together to give one another friendship, affection, and caring. Take our heartfelt prayers and fill Your ill or suffering animals with healing Light and strength to overcome whatever weakness of body they have.
(Here mention the names of the animals needing prayer).
Your goodness is turned upon every living thing and Your grace flows to all Your creatures. From our souls to theirs goodness flows, touching each of us with the reflection of Your love. Grant to our special animal companions long and healthy lives. Give them good relationships with us, and if You see fit to take them from us, help us to understand that they are not gone from us, but only drawing closer to You. Grant our prayer through the intercession of good St. Francis of Assisi, who honored You through all Your creatures. Give him the power to watch over our animal friends until they are safely with You in eternity, where we someday hope to join them in giving You honor forever. Amen.
Prayers for Sick Animals
Seeing your pet sick can be a heartbreaking experience. If your pet is sick, you should consider saying prayers for sick animals and also prayer for animals healing such as:
Dear God,
Please look kindly on my prayers for my sick animal and send your healing presence over *insert name here*. Please heal the ailments that are affecting my pet and provide them with the strength that is needed to recover. In your holy name, I pray. Amen.
Prayers for Lost Pets
If you have lost a pet, you may want to consider putting together your own prayers for lost pets or using a prayer for miracle to St. Anthony of Padua. St. Anthony of Padua is an example of a saint that many people pray to for help when it comes to finding something that is lost. Your prayer does not have to be complicated and can be as simple as:
God,
Please hear my prayers for lost pets. Help me to open my eyes and my ears to see and hear my pet who is calling to me. During my search, please keep my pet safe and protected. Amen.
Prayers for Dead Pets
If your beloved pet has passed away, you may feel as though you’re at a complete loss when it comes to finding ways to comfort yourself. Although you may opt to say prayers for the dead on behalf of your animal, here is an example of a powerful prayer that you can say on behalf of your animal when he or she has passed away:
Heavenly Father,
Please look kindly on me as I struggle with the death of my pet. Please provide me with the comfort that I need to overcome this grief and help me to always remember the happy memories that I had with *insert name here*.
In your name I pray, Amen.