St Francis Prayer for Sick Pets (Short Prayer for Animals)

As a minister, I am tasked with serving my congregation in many facets. This includes during times of worry and mental stress.

If I told you most of these difficult times usually involved the sickness of the individual or a close relative, that would not be shocking. But how about if I told you many of my church members are stressed out by sick pets?

I get countless pet owners a month asking for spiritual help. The number one thing I advise them to do is pray. In my books, it is the most comforting act for any Christian.

And what better way to pray than through a patron saint? Miracles can be performed through St. Francis prayers for sick pets.

It came to my attention that many Christians do not know much about patron saints and how helpful they can be. In this case, I thought it is important the masses get educated on the patron saint of sick pets through this article.

I have provided a brief history of St. Francis of Assisi and sample prayers that you can pray for his intervention. Hopefully, you shall gain more insight and learn more about St Francis prayers for sick pets.

Who Is the Patron Saint for Sick Pets?

Being one of the most famous saints, St. Francis of Assisi (born 1181/82 and died October 3^rd, 1226) is the patron saint for sick animals and pets. He was an Italian saint with a profound love for all living animals.

He is also known as the patron saint of ecology. In his Canticle of the Creatures, he says, “May you be praised Lord in all your creatures .” All creatures, in this case, refer to every animal on earth.

His sermons preached to animals and he insisted that all creatures are brothers and sisters under the same Almighty God.

In His Song of Songs, he calls all animals “Brother Sun” and “Sister Moon .”St. Francis considered nature as the mirror of God and caring for them as steps to get closer to Him.

St. Francis of Assisi was canonized on July 16^th, 1228, and his official feast day is on October 4^th. Additionally, he is the patron saint against fire and the patron saint of the Franciscan order and Catholic Action. As well he is the patron saint of families, peace, and needleworkers.

When devoting one’s pets in prayer to this patron saint, handcrafted religious statues are usually used. They typically depict St. Francis with a white dove, wolf, and baby sheep.

Other notable patron saints for pets include St. Anthony the Abbot, St. Vitus, Pope St. Sylvester, and St. Blaise. They are also known as the Protectors of Animals.

8 St. Francis Prayers for Sick Pets

Now that we know a bit about the saint tasked with the protection and intercession for sick pets let us look at some sample prayers that you can use. These prayers can be references for making your healing prayers.

Here are 8 helpful prayers that the faithful can use to call on St. Francis’ intercession if a pet is sick:

Prayer for Sick Pets

Dear St. Francis, we know you love everything on Earth. From the fish in the oceans to the flying birds in the air. They are all close to your heart.

Today, we come before you to call on your help. Do not cast us away for our sins or judge us for our inequalities. May you show us your mercy and help (name of pet) with your grace.

Dear St. Francis, hear our prayer as we ask you to offer solace to our ailing pet. Humbly we beg You to intercede for (name of pet) so that they may not die but instead be healed.

Let them become whole through your intercession and the powerful name of Yahweh. Let all ailment and disease be driven away from (name of pet). Please pray and intercede for us.

We ask this trusting and believing. Amen. – Inspired by the Traditional Franciscan Prayer for Sick Animals

God has always had a deep love and care for all animals, as shown in Psalm 36:6. “Your righteousness is like the mountains of God; your judgments are like the great deep; man and beast you save, O Lord.”

Therefore, we can always call on Him through St. Francis to heal our sick pets. This prayer is a great avenue for beseeching healing power.

Prayer for Healing and Recovery

St. Francis of Assisi, we come asking for your divine intervention. We know the love you have for animals, your brothers and sisters.

We know that you care for them. Please intercede to the Most High Lord on our behalf. Our precious (name of pet) is greatly ill and needs healing and restoration.

Our Dear Heavenly Father gave us close ties to our animal companions. For that, we would not like to lose our pets. Please beseech the Lord for us to grant (name of pet) care and healing power.

To take away any suffering they have. Let their pain be filled with healing light. And we, as (name of pet)’s owner/s, may we receive strength, courage, and comfort.

May we be strong during this time. May we care for our animal in the best way possible. We pray all this through St. Francis of Assisi.

Blessed are you, holy patron saint of all animals. Pray for us. Amen. – Inspired by Heavenly Divine Custom Rosaries and Gifts

This prayer is drawn from Luke 12:6, which reminds Christians that God does not forget about His creations: “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God. Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows.“

He loves them, so if it is His will, they shall be healed through the patron saint’s intercession.

Prayer for Dying Pets

Glorious St. Francis, you served God in humility and confidence on earth. Now you enjoy His beatific vision in heaven. You persevered till death and gained the crown of eternal life.

You have favor before the Lord. We kindly ask you to intercede on our behalf for (name of pet). It is utterly painful watching them suffer because they bring so much joy into our lives.

God has been faithful and healed them several times over the years, for which we are grateful. Please pray that He grant the same healing now, as we fear the end is near for our beloved pet.

We humbly ask for a miracle and that our special family member be granted a long healthy life. But if it is God’s will for (name of pet) to leave us, please, St. Francis, watch over our animals until they are with you and God for all eternity – where we shall one day join too. Amen. – Inspired by Catholics & Bible

This prayer comes from Psalm 145:9 which says, “The Lord is good to all: And his tender mercies are over all his works.” The verse talks of the goodness of God and His compassion for all living beings. Animals are also subject to His unending mercy.

For this reason, even if our pets will die, God will grant them sympathy in their last moments. St. Francis can gain favor for dying animals on our behalf through this prayer.

Prayer for Quick Recovery

Saint Francis of Assisi, you are the most beloved protector of all pets. We come before you today for our sweet fur baby (name of pet). He is ill. We beseech for your divine intervention.

Through it, we hope he feels better as quickly as possible. Help the vet find out what is wrong so that we may begin treatment as soon as possible. Also, please give us guidance on how to care for him properly.

Help us to do everything possible within our ability to assist our pet get through this illness. For the amazing love and happiness (name of pet) brings into our lives, we want the absolute best care for him.

May he/she get well quickly and experience complete healing and restoration. Through your powerful intervention and the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen. – Inspired by Melinda Eye Cooper

Job 12:10 is the foundation of this prayer: “In his hand is the life of every living thing and the breath of all mankind.” The verse talks of how God holds the life of all creatures and mankind. He decides to restore during illness.

He can also cause a miraculous recovery through this intercession prayer to Saint Francis of Assisi.

Prayer for God’s Will to Be Done

Blessed are you, St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of sick animals. You speak for all the sea creatures, all the birds in the air, and all the animals on land.

Through you and your divine intervention, Saint Francis may (name of pet) be blessed today. Through your undying love and prayer, enable them to live.

May they be healed and back to full health. But if it is otherwise, let God’s will be done and let (name of pet) rest. St. Francis, please offer us comfort, strength, and understanding to bear the loss.

We know that although they are gone from us physically, they are still with us in spirit. Please hear our prayer. Amen. – Inspired by Franciscan Media

This prayer draws a lot of inspiration from Matthew 6:10 which notes, “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” The verse wishes for God’s will to be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Christians, during prayer, should also bear in mind that God’s plans may not always be pleasing. All the same, if one’s pet, unfortunately, passes away, the outcome should be embraced.

Prayer for Strength to the Pet Owner

Dear St. Francis, keeper of all animals. You know God gave us the gift of precious pets and animals to give us companionship and love.

For that, we are grateful.

You also know the pain, anxiety, and worry that is upon (name of pet owner) as they watch their darling pet face illness and disease. Please help stop their anxiety.

Please help erase the worry from their heart. Please help bestow health and full recovery to (name of pet). Pray for (name of pet owner) so that they may get comfort in God’s embrace during this hard time.

We pray that they get an understanding of their new responsibilities as a caregiver over (name of pet). We also pray for all the animal lovers and pet owners that have had to put down their dear companions due to disease, injury, or unavoidable circumstances.

May they have strength as they watch their animal’s plight come to an end. Amen. “Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you” – Inspired by 1 Peter 5:7.

1 Peter 5:7 shows just how comforting God’s embrace is. He can help any pet owner with an ailing animal get through the anxiety, stress, and worry of illness.

This prayer is greatly inspired by this verse and calls on God’s strength through the intervention of St. Francis.

Short Prayer for Suffering Pets

O heavenly Saint Francis, patron of all animals, your protection for them is so great, so prompt, and so strong. Please assist (name of pet) with your powerful intercession.

Through your prayer, may they obtain God’s healing powers. May their suffering be taken away and their health restored. Saint Francis, pray for us. Amen. – Inspired by Catholics & Bible

This prayer can be likened to Psalm 145:16. In this verse, God is said to “satisfy the desire of every living thing.” This includes our precious pets.

If we pray for them through their patron saint, St. Francis, we can invoke God’s restoration and receive a miracle.

Prayer for Veterinarians

Good St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and living beings, you devoted your life to God by expressing nothing but love for all His creations. You cared for all the poor, sick animals and even preached to them.

They were your brothers and sisters. In the same way, we call upon you to be a compassionate example for all the veterinary staff watching over (name of pet).

For veterinarians, give them the proper strength and guidance needed when caring for our most loved pet. Grant them the wisdom to care for him/her just as you would have.

Touch their hearts and let them use the utmost care in their work. May they treat (name of pet) with kindness and love. Grant them empathy and grace to serve in the name of the Most High.

Be a guiding inspiration and remind them of their serious obligation. Please hear our prayer. Amen – Inspired by Catholics & Bible

We know that the Lord is the giver of wisdom and knowledge to all medical staff, including veterinarians. This is shown in Colossians 4:14 that reads, “Luke the beloved physician greets you, as does Demas.”

It is crucial to pray for such caregivers when your sick pet is in their hands. We also pray that they be kind, caring, and compassionate.

Why Should You Pray for Sick Pets?

According to the devotional writer Melinda Eye Cooper, we should pray for our sick pets because Christ advised us to pray about everything we care about.

This is in Philippians 4:6-7. It says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

As Christians, we are encouraged to cast all our burdens on the Lord. When a pet is sick, it can be a very stressful period because, naturally, we love them so much, and seeing them in pain is hard.

But God can ease our stress if we come to Him in prayer. If it is a care or concern on our hearts, the Bible is clear, God cares about us and those cares and concerns.

Praying for our sick pets can also beseech God to restore them to full health. God is the ultimate healer so asking for His aid through the intercession of the patron saint of animals, St. Francis of Assisi can maybe make a miracle happen.

Can You Say These Prayers for Any Type of Pet?

Depending on your needs, these prayers can be used for any type of pet. The great thing about them is that they are customizable.

You can be specific about the illness/diagnosis (if you know it), call the pets by name, or even say some of the specific worries you have.

Humble yourself and open your heart to the Lord. “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you” (1 Peter 5:6-7). It will make your prayer more personalized.