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flag On January 16, 2026, horses leapt through bonfires in Spain’s Las Luminarias tradition to honor St. Anthony, with similar pet blessings following in Madrid.

flag On January 16, 2026, hundreds in San Bartolomé de Pinares, Spain, witnessed horses leaping through towering bonfires in the centuries-old Las Luminarias tradition, honoring St. Anthony the Abbott, patron saint of animals. flag The ritual, believed to purify and protect livestock, involves fire-resistant preparations for horses and draws locals and visitors alike. flag The following day, pet owners in Madrid and other cities brought dogs and cats to church for blessings with holy water. flag The events, rooted in rural Spanish culture, continue annually despite criticism from animal rights groups, with participants emphasizing rare injuries. flag The Associated Press published a photo gallery capturing the dramatic spectacle.

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