I bless all animals with love, protection, and peace.

Animals are an integral part of the world, each with its own purpose. I value and bless all creatures of the earth, the sea, and the air. I especially appreciate the animals in my life—my pets and the wild animals that live nearby. They are a source of joy and wonder.

Giving thanks for every creature, I send out a silent blessing of love, peace, and gratitude:

You are a gift, and I give thanks for your place in the world. I am grateful for your companionship and the inspiration you provide. I bless you with prayers of peace and protection, that you are secure and comfortable in your habitat.

May I always be a compassionate caretaker of the animals with whom I share the earth.

So God created the great sea monsters and every living creature that moves, of every kind, with which the waters swarm, and every winged bird of every kind. And God saw that it was good.—Genesis 1:21