What’s a wedding without a dog? Tips for Incorporating pets into Your Wedding!
Attention dog lovers! If you’re looking for a sign to involve your dogs in your wedding, look no further! THIS IS YOUR SIGN!!!
Incorporating pets into wedding celebrations has been a growing trend over the last few years. And it’s clear why - dogs are part of our families, so why wouldn’t we include them in our most special and joyful occasion?! Having your furry friends take part in your wedding can add an extra touch of happiness and cuteness to your ceremony and reception.
Here are our top 5 suggestions on how to incorporate your pups into your wedding celebrations:
“Dog of Honor”
Instead of a traditional ring bearer or flower girl, have your dog take on the very important role of Dog of Honor! Decked out in a cute outfit, florals, or colors that match your wedding aesthetic, your pup will light up the ceremony and bring a smile to everyone’s face. Check out our wedding wagon rental! Our clients and their pups absolutely love it, and it eliminates any stress of having your excited (and easily distracted) dog walk down the aisle alone. And, don’t forget to include them in your bridal party pictures! Fingers crossed for a head tilt!
Signature Drinks
If you want to pay homage to your pup without them physically being there, consider creating a signature cocktail in their honor with our Mobile Party Bar Package! Include a sign at the bar with a sketch of your pup and the name of the drink. To make it a full family affair, include signature drinks chosen and named for the bride and groom (or groom and groom, or bride and bride!)!
Photo from Sandra & Tunde’s May 2024 wedding.
Doggy Bags
Create custom treats for your guests to take home as wedding favors. These can be actual dog treats for your guests to bring home to their dogs, or they can be custom treats for your guests to snack on their way home! Whether you decide on dog treats or treats for humans, we recommend putting them in small bags, labeling them as “Doggy Bags” and adding a sticker of your pup to seal the bags
Seating charts
Your seating display is a perfect opportunity to showcase your pup, and everyone is guaranteed to see it. Create doggy-inspired charms for a paws-itively adorable “sip and be seated” champagne wall experience. Guests can easily locate their seats while enjoying the simple, elegant canine touch that you included as an elegant ode to your pup as they drink their bubbly!
Virtual Adoption Event
Are you a dog lover who is already incorporating their dogs into their wedding…but you want to do MORE?! Consider hosting a virtual adoption event by partnering with a local rescue or shelter and creating custom signage and a QR code to allow guests to donate or apply to adopt a dog. This is an easy, affordable and amazing way to make a pawsitive impact on the doggy community!
No matter how you slice it, incorporating dogs into your wedding is an adorable way to add a unique, personalized touch to the day. Your dogs are such a big part of your life, and they deserve to join your celebration of love. Whether you include them in the ceremony, name a cocktail in their honor or just try to use your wedding platform to help a dog in need, these ideas are sure to add an extra special, slobbery layer of awesomeness to your celebration!