Blessing of the Animals

Archbishop José H. Gomez conducts the annual Blessing of the Animals on Saturday in downtown Los Angeles.

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March 26, 2016 8:15 PM PT

Laurie Castro of Whittier waits for her pug to be blessed.

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A woman tries to take a selfie with her dog.

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Sonja Rideout of Ontario brings Jodeci, left and Corny Collins to the blessing.

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Lucy, right, a 3-month-old St. Bernard, waits with owner Michael Henley of Bellflower in line.

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Dogs and their owners dominate the event Saturday.

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