HAMSTERS, dogs, ferrets and alpacas were among an unusual congregation at a special pet blessing in Ely on Sunday.

Cambs Times: The pet blessing service at Ely CathedralThe pet blessing service at Ely Cathedral (Image: Georgi Mabee Photography)

Cambs Times: The pet blessing service at Ely CathedralThe pet blessing service at Ely Cathedral (Image: Georgi Mabee Photography)

Wood Green Animal Shelter’s 26th annual pet blessing service at Ely Cathedral saw hundreds of people and their pets flock to the special service to sing hymns and have their animals blessed by Canon Missioner Alan Hargrave.

Organiser Paula Loveday-Smith said: “This event is one of the highlights of the charity’s calendar. We were delighted to see lots of people and their pets, great and small, for the very special occasion to bless the animals and all those who care for them.”

For further information about Wood Green, call 0844 248 8181 or visit www.woodgreen.org.uk