{"title":"Patron Saints for Animals \u0026 Pet Lovers","description":"\u003cp\u003ePatron saint medals for pet owners, animal lovers, and the caretakers who look after them. Each medal features original artwork on 18k gold finish or stainless steel, sealed under shatterproof liquid glass, with optional custom engraving on the back. Individually made to order in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saint-gertrude-medal-necklace","title":"Saint Gertrude Medal Necklace  - Patron Saint of Cats","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Saint Gertrude of Nivelles - Patron Saint of Cats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaint Gertrude of Nivelles is associated with cats. She is one of the only figures in Catholic tradition whose iconography consistently places a cat not at her feet but in her arms - held the way you hold an animal you actually love, not displayed as a symbol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe was a 7th century Belgian abbess who founded the monastery of Nivelles in 650 AD after refusing an arranged marriage at age 10 to dedicate her life to God. Medieval tradition connected her to cats partly through her role protecting grain stores from mice, and partly through folklore that placed her at the threshold between this world and the next - a space cats have occupied in human imagination across every culture. She became the unofficial patron of cats, cat owners, and people who simply understand that the bond with a cat is its own kind of devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Gift For...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cat owner, especially one who considers their cat family rather than a pet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomeone grieving the loss of a cat, as a quiet way to hold onto that bond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA confirmation or birthday gift for anyone who identifies as a \"cat person\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new cat parent, to mark bringing a cat home for the first time\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone named Gertrude, or looking for a lesser-known confirmation saint with a personal, specific patronage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Saint Patrick's Day gift with a different angle - her feast day falls on the same day, March 17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Confirmation Gift for Gertrude\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChoosing Gertrude for confirmation is choosing a name tied to something a girl actually loves, not a saint picked at random off a list. Most people engrave a name and confirmation date on the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Saint Gertrude Medal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medal depicts her facing forward, holding a cat against her chest with both hands. The cat faces outward. The natural gold or silver of the metal forms the illustration itself - black ink is applied to the pendant surface and the metal shows through as the image. A shatterproof liquid glass coating seals the surface. The result is a medal that works as a devotional object and as something a cat person genuinely wants to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonalization and Engraving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional engraving on the reverse - a cat's name, a date, your own name - is rendered in Tangerine cursive. Two lines, up to 20 characters each. A lot of people engrave the name of a cat they lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Gertrude's feast day is March 17\u003c\/strong\u003e - the same day as Saint Patrick, which means she shares a feast day with arguably the most celebrated saint in the popular calendar. 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His hunting dogs stopped at her feet and would not move. He dismounted. The woman was Melangell, an Irish princess who had fled an arranged marriage to live as a hermit in that valley, alone for fifteen years before anyone knew she existed. Brochwel gave her the valley, and she lived there another 37 years, creating what's recognized as the first animal sanctuary in British history. The hares lived freely around her and were called \"Melangell's lambs\" for centuries after her death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Gift For...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rabbit owner, or anyone whose small animal is family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomeone who has lost a rabbit, and wants its name kept somewhere permanent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimal rescue and wildlife rehabilitation workers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone facing a moment when they need refuge, the way the hare once did\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA confirmation or baptism gift for someone who loves animals fiercely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Saint Melangell's Day gift on May 27, for the animal lover in your life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Confirmation Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a girl who loves animals as much as she loves her faith, Melangell is rarely a second choice. Most people engrave her name and confirmation date underneath..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Saint Melangell Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medal depicts her in profile, holding a rabbit against her chest, looking down at it with quiet attention. The rabbit is held the way she held the hare in the valley, not as a symbol, but as something alive that came to her and stayed. The natural gold or silver of the metal forms the illustration itself. Black ink is applied to the pendant surface and the metal shows through as the image. A shatterproof liquid glass coating seals the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalization and Engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional engraving on the reverse is rendered in Tangerine cursive. Two lines, up to 20 characters each. Most people engrave a rabbit's name, a date, or their own name. People who have lost a rabbit engrave its name the same way Gertrude buyers engrave the names of cats they've lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Melangell's feast day is May 27.\u003c\/strong\u003e She served as abbess of her sanctuary until her death, and her shrine at Pennant Melangell has been a place of pilgrimage for 1,400 years. The hares still live in that valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Animal Devotions \u0026amp; Companion Medals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Cat Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-gertrude-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Gertrude Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Dog Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discover the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-roch-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Roch Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of dogs and canine protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Horse Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-horses\"\u003eSaint Eligius Equestrian Medal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Veterinarians:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-veterinarians\"\u003eSaint Eligius Veterinarian Medal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sanctum Medals","offers":[{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ No","offer_id":53136113467728,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ Yes","offer_id":53136113500496,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ No","offer_id":53136113533264,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ Yes","offer_id":53136113566032,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/7852\/6032\/files\/Saint-Melangell-Medal-Gold-frontview.jpg?v=1781277617"},{"product_id":"saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-veterinarians","title":"Saint Eligius Medal Necklace - Patron Saint of Veterinarians","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Eligius, Patron Saint of Veterinarians\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEligius was a master goldsmith and royal treasurer in 7th century France, and tradition holds he was also known for calming and healing horses no one else could touch, simply through the steadiness of his hands. That reputation is why farriers, horsemen, and eventually veterinarians came to claim him as their own. He went on to become Bishop of Noyon, using his wealth to ransom slaves and build monasteries, but the animals never stopped being part of his story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Gift For...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA veterinarian graduating, starting a practice, or marking a career milestone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA vet tech or animal care professional who rarely gets thanked enough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thank you gift for the vet who cared for a beloved pet through the hardest days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone whose calling is healing creatures who can't say where it hurts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA confirmation gift for a student headed toward veterinary school\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone named Eligius or Eloi, for a birthday or personal milestone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Confirmation Gift for Eligius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor a student headed toward veterinary school, Eligius offers something rare, a saint whose story is literally about the calling. Name and date, engraved on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Saint Eligius Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medal depicts Eligius calming a horse with a steady hand, the same trust every good veterinarian earns one patient at a time. The natural gold or silver of the metal forms the illustration itself. Black ink is applied to the pendant surface and the metal shows through as the image. A shatterproof liquid glass coating seals the surface. Eligius is also the patron saint of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-goldsmiths-metalworkers\"\u003egoldsmiths and metalworkers\u003c\/a\u003e, shown in a separate composition on this site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalization and Engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional engraving on the reverse is rendered in Tangerine cursive. Two lines, up to 20 characters each. Most people engrave a name, a class year, or a word of thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Eligius's feast day is December 1.\u003c\/strong\u003e He is also the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-horses\"\u003epatron saint of the horses\u003c\/a\u003e themselves, which any good vet would say is the right order of things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Animal Devotions \u0026amp; Companion Medals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Cat Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-gertrude-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Gertrude Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Dog Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discover the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-roch-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Roch Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of dogs and canine protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Rabbits \u0026amp; Small Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-melangell-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Melangell Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of hares and small creatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sanctum Medals","offers":[{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ No","offer_id":53436548776272,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ Yes","offer_id":53436548809040,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ No","offer_id":53436548841808,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ Yes","offer_id":53436548874576,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/7852\/6032\/files\/Saint-Eligius-Medal-Gold-frontview_a61ff71e-8c8f-480a-83ae-c2e2f8968a2d.jpg?v=1787390156"},{"product_id":"saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-horses","title":"Saint Eligius Medal Necklace - Patron Saint of Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Eligius, Patron Saint of Horses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEligius was a 7th century bishop and former royal goldsmith, remembered in tradition for a gift that had nothing to do with metalwork, a steadiness with horses that let him calm and heal animals no one else could approach. That reputation made him the patron of farriers, riders, and horse owners for centuries after his death. He spent his later years as Bishop of Noyon, but the horses were never far from his story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Gift For...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA memorial for a horse who was family, engraved with a name and years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA gift for the rider, barn family, or farrier in your life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who has ever leaned their forehead against a horse and felt understood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA retirement gift for someone finally spending their days at the stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA confirmation gift for a young rider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone named Eligius or Eloi, for a birthday or personal milestone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Confirmation Gift for Eligius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA young rider choosing a confirmation saint doesn't usually have to explain why Eligius makes sense. Engrave a name and confirmation date, and it's already clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Saint Eligius Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medal depicts Eligius with his hand resting on a horse's face, the quiet trust between an animal and the one who cares for it. The natural gold or silver of the metal forms the illustration itself. Black ink is applied to the pendant surface and the metal shows through as the image. A shatterproof liquid glass coating seals the surface. Eligius is also the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-goldsmiths-metalworkers\"\u003epatron saint of goldsmiths and metalworkers\u003c\/a\u003e, and of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-veterinarians\"\u003eveterinarians\u003c\/a\u003e, each shown in a separate composition on this site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalization and Engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional engraving on the reverse is rendered in Tangerine cursive. Two lines, up to 20 characters each. Most people engrave a name, a date, or both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Eligius's feast day is December 1,\u003c\/strong\u003e for centuries a day when horses were blessed. Some stables still do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Animal Devotions \u0026amp; Companion Medals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Cat Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-gertrude-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Gertrude Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Dog Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discover the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-roch-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Roch Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of dogs and canine protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Rabbits \u0026amp; Small Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-melangell-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Melangell Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of hares and small creatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sanctum Medals","offers":[{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ No","offer_id":53436599697744,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ Yes","offer_id":53436599730512,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ No","offer_id":53436599763280,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ Yes","offer_id":53436599796048,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/7852\/6032\/files\/Saint-Eligius-Medal-Gold-frontview_a61ff71e-8c8f-480a-83ae-c2e2f8968a2d.jpg?v=1787390156"},{"product_id":"saint-roch-medal-necklace","title":"Saint Roch Medal Necklace – Patron Saint of Dogs \u0026 the Sick","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Roch, Patron Saint of Dogs and the Sick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoch, known as Saint Roch in France and Saint Rocco in Italy, was born into a wealthy noble family in Montpellier, France, in the 14th century. When his parents died, he gave away his entire inheritance to the poor and set out on pilgrimage to Rome. Along the way, he found towns across Italy devastated by the Black Plague, and rather than continue on, he stayed to care for the sick, tending to victims in homes and hospitals others were too afraid to enter. He eventually contracted the plague himself. Fearing he'd infect anyone who found him, he withdrew alone into a forest to die. A stray hunting dog discovered him there, and rather than leave him, the dog began bringing him bread stolen from its owner's table and licking his wounds every day until they healed. Roch survived, largely credited to that dog's persistence, and went on to be venerated across Europe as a protector against plague and epidemic disease. He died in prison after being mistaken for a spy on his return home, still unrecognized by his own family. Processions and prayers in his name were credited with ending outbreaks of plague for centuries afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Gift For...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dog owner, dog lover, or anyone who's been cared for by an animal in a hard season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomeone working in healthcare, nursing, or infectious disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA person recovering from illness, or navigating a difficult diagnosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who has felt falsely accused or misunderstood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA confirmation candidate drawn to quiet acts of mercy over public recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Saint Roch's Day gift on August 16, for any dog lover or caregiver in your life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Confirmation Gift for Roch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a confirmation candidate who loves animals, or who's drawn to a saint who kept showing up for the sick even at real personal cost, Roch is a natural fit. Engrave a name and confirmation date, and let his story, and his dog's, carry the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Saint Roch Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medal depicts him as a pilgrim, staff and shell in hand, a dog carrying a loaf of bread at his side, his halo radiating outward. The natural gold or silver of the metal forms the illustration itself. Black ink is applied to the pendant surface and the metal shows through as the image. A shatterproof liquid glass coating seals the surface. The result has a depth and precision that printed medals don't achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalization and Engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional engraving on the reverse is rendered in Tangerine cursive, two lines, up to 20 characters each. Many choose a name and a meaningful date, while others engrave a dog's name or simply \"loyal.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaint Roch's feast day is August 16\u003c\/b\u003e, and in 1414, an entire city's plague outbreak was reportedly halted after public prayers and processions were held in his name, a saint whose story began with a dog's loyalty and ended up protecting whole towns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Animal Devotions \u0026amp; Companion Medals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Cat Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-gertrude-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Gertrude Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Rabbits \u0026amp; Small Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-melangell-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Melangell Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, the patron saint of hares and small creatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Equestrians \u0026amp; Horses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discover the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-horses\"\u003eSaint Eligius Equestrian Medal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Veterinarians \u0026amp; Caretakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discover the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-eligius-medal-necklace-patron-saint-of-veterinarians\"\u003eSaint Eligius Veterinarian Medal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sanctum Medals","offers":[{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ No","offer_id":53580008030544,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ Yes","offer_id":53580008063312,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ No","offer_id":53580008096080,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ Yes","offer_id":53580008128848,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/7852\/6032\/files\/Saint-Roch-Medal-Gold-frontview.jpg?v=1789045021"}],"url":"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/collections\/patron-saints-for-animals-pet-lovers.oembed","provider":"Sanctum Medals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}