Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway

NEW YORK, NY August 2008 -- Are you a pet lover who considers your relationship to your pet or pets is sacred and spiritual?

Do you count your furry, fishy or flying friends as part of the family?

Would you like more unique ways to celebrate and honor your pet in family life?

We all love our pets. And statistics show that we are willing to spend oodles on our poodles, kitties, horses and other animals, keeping them well groomed, stylishly attired, fed, happy, healthy and safe.

More than 70 million American’s share their homes with cats, 60 million with dogs, and 2 million or so more with domestic birds. At least 65% of all homes in the United States include at least one pet.

Pet Prayers and Blessings: Ceremonies and Celebrations to Share with the Animals You Love (Sterling, August 5, 2008), is a unique collection of blessings that specifically addresses the spiritual needs of modern-day pet owners.

Besides offering original prayers and adaptations of classics, it explains how to lead rituals and celebrations, and provides advice on involving pets in spiritual events, including those conducted by the clergy.

Although the book includes and honors many faiths, it is non-denominational and non-religious, and encompasses elements from many cultures and traditions.

There are healing prayers for ailing animals, ceremonies for special occasions (such as the arrival of a new pet), and blessings for a long and happy life with your animal companion.

PET PRAYERS AND BLESSINGS

LAURIE SUE BROCKWAY & VICTOR FUHRMAN

AUGUST 5, 2008

STERLING PUBLISHERS