Including Pets in Your Wedding Ceremony

Let's be real - for many couples, pets are their family. So why not have them play a starring role in your wedding day?

It could be your Goldie trotting down the aisle or your feline proudly sitting on the signing table, animals can bring heart, love and a whole of joy to your ceremony.

🐾 Here are some Paw-sibilities:

Ring bearers: Secure the rings to a pouch on their collar or colour co-ordinate a special wedding day harness.
Pet escort: They can walk you down the aisle - very cute!
Guest of honour: I'm vibing a special outfit such as a tux, tutu, flower crown.
Cameo role: They might even just chill in the corner and be the perfect distraction and emotion support animal.

🐕 Planning Tips for a smooth ceremony:

Have a handler: Someone your pet knows and trusts should be on standby
Practice (makes perfect): Bring them along to the rehearsal
Pack the essentials: Treats, water (for them and you), clean-up bags (for them!!) will make the day better for everyone
Know their limits: If they are not natural people magnets, consider keeping their role low key. Bring them in for some photos and then take them home - they'll love you for it!

❤️ Why I Love Pets at Weddings

As a celebrant and an animal lover, I can tell you: pets bring out the best in us. They make people smile, they keep things real, and they often create the kind of candid, unforgettable moments that no one planned — but everyone remembers. I’ve seen dogs steal the spotlight, snooze at their owner’s feet, or bark right on cue for a laugh. It’s all part of the magic.

So if you’re thinking about including your fur baby in your big day — I say go for it! Let’s make it personal, playful, and totally you.