Bryan Owens with his birds Gus Gus, Pirate, and Bailey and his dogs Mia and Josie. (Ben Martin | The Vicksburg Post)

Reverend Sam Godfrey blessing Bailey the bird at the Blessing of the Pets.

Reverend Sam Godfrey blesses Toni Koestler's pup Emily. (Ben Martin | The Vicksburg Post)

Patty Godfrey holding Gus Gus the bird at the annual Blessing of the Pets at Christ Episcopal Church on Sunday. (Ben Martin | The Vicksburg Post)