31 Fun Ways To Include Your Pet On Your Wedding Day

• 2. Create a Signature Pet-Themed Cocktail: Surprise your wedding guests by naming your signature cocktails after your pet, like “Fido’s Fizz” or “Whiskers’ Delight.” You could even have a picture of your fur baby on the cocktail menu or drinks list. What a fun way to celebrate your fur baby with a tasty twist!

• 3. ‘Doggie Bags’ as Wedding Favours: Send guests home with a personalised ‘Doggie Bag,’ featuring an image of your beloved pet alongside your names and wedding date. These quirky favour bags are a fun way to incorporate your pets into the celebrations, and the guests will love the playful pun.

• 4. Gold Foil Napkins with Your Pet’s Face: Elegantly foiled napkins with your pet’s face will add a luxurious and personal touch to your wedding decor. Imagine your precious pet adorning the napkins as guests toast to your future!

• 5. Miniature Cake Topper Featuring Your Pet: Add a miniature version of your pet alongside you and your partner on the wedding cake topper. Whether it’s a dog, cat, or even a horse, it’s a charming way to show that your furry friend is part of your wedding ceremony and celebrations.

• 6 Pet-Printed Paper Cups for a Sweet Cart: Having a sweet cart at your reception? Take it a step further by printing your pet’s face on the disposable cups. Guests will love the adorable and unique detail, plus it’s another way to showcase your four-legged friend.

• 7. Pet-Inspired Place Cards: For a personal touch at each table, include a photo of your pet on the place cards. It could be a fun way for guests to feel even more connected to your fur baby throughout the wedding.

• 8. Animal-Inspired First Dance Song: Love songs that reference animals can be a delightful choice for your first dance. Whether it’s a fun song like “Hound Dog” or something sentimental, tying in an animal-inspired tune is a cute way to pay tribute to your furry friend on the dance floor.

The Engagement

• 9. Paw In Hand Engagement Photo: Celebrate your engagement with an adorable photo of you, your partner, and your pet. Imagine your pet’s paw placed gently on your hands, showing off the engagement ring. It’s a cute and creative way to include your beloved pet in this important milestone.

• 10. Pet-Inclusive Engagement Photos: Incorporate your pet into your engagement photos. Whether it’s a playful photoshoot in the park or a more formal setting, your pet will make the pictures feel more authentic and fun.

• 11. Pet-Led Engagement Announcement: Announce your engagement from your pet’s perspective. For example, have them “write” a post or create a video saying, “My humans are getting married!” It’s a fun way to break the news on social media while involving your fur baby.

• 12. ‘Save The Doggone Date’ Cards: Personalise your wedding invitations with ‘Save The Doggone Date’ cards that include a cute photo or illustration of your pet. It’s a fun way to add charm and personality to your wedding stationery.

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Wedding Planning.

• 13. Choose a Pet-Friendly Wedding Venue: Opt for a wedding venue that welcomes pets, ensuring your four-legged friend can be a part of your wedding day. Many venues, such as outdoor gardens, stables, or even beach locations, are more than happy to accommodate pets. 

• 14. Pet-Inspired Venue Theme: Love animals but the venue is unable to incorporate animals? Why not choose a venue inspired by your pet, such as a stable, aquarium, or even a wildlife sanctuary? This could add a unique touch to your wedding and make your precious pet feel truly at home.

• 15. Custom Pet Stamps: Order custom wedding stamps featuring your pet’s image or pawprint. These stamps can be used for wedding invitations, save-the-dates, or even thank-you cards, adding a personal touch to your wedding stationery.

• 16. Pet-Friendly Headpiece: Match your wedding accessories with your pet by having a custom-made headpiece for them that coordinates with your own. It could be a flower crown or a cute bow tie in your wedding colours, making them part of the wedding attire.

• 17. Custom Leash for Walking Down the Aisle: If your pet is walking you down the aisle, why not have a custom leash made to match your wedding theme? Incorporate the same flowers and wedding colors from your bouquet, creating a beautiful and cohesive look for your big day.

• 18. Pet-Inspired Invitation Seals: Have some seals made featuring your pet’s image to use when sealing your wedding invitations. It’s another small detail that adds personality and creativity to your wedding planning.

• 19. Pet-Themed Wedding Invitations Suite: Design your entire invitation stationary around your pet’s image or breed as a subtle yet personal theme. 

At the Ceremony.

• 19. Pet Walks You Down the Aisle: Have your pet walk you down the aisle is a central part of your wedding celebrations and acts as a symbol of their importance in your life. Whether it’s your dog, cat, or even a more unusual pet, it’s sure to make for some unforgettable wedding photos.

• 20. Pet as Ring Bearer: Your pet can carry the rings down the aisle in a velvet pouch tied around their neck. Imagine having dog ring bearers or even a miniature pony making their way to you with your wedding rings—definitely a crowd-pleaser!

• 21. Arrive on Your Pet (Horse, Donkey, Cow even!: If your pet is a larger animal, like a horse or even a cow, why not make a grand entrance by arriving on their back? It’s an incredibly unique way to incorporate your precious pet into your big day.

• 22. Official Wedding Photos with Pets: Ensure your pet is included in your official wedding photos. Whether it’s a candid shot of them watching the ceremony or a formal pose with the wedding party, their presence will add warmth and charm to your wedding album.

• 23. Animal-Shaped Wedding Favours: Give guests animal-shaped favours as a nod to your pet. Whether it’s dog-shaped cookies, cat keychains, or even animal-themed coasters, it’s a great way to include your furry friend in the celebrations.

• 24. Pet-Inspired Wedding Illustration: Commission an artist to create a pet-inspired illustration of your wedding day, featuring you, your partner, and your pet standing at the altar. Display this unique piece of art at your wedding for guests to admire.

• 25. Pet Photo Booth Props: If you’re having a photo booth, add some pet-themed cutouts or props. Guests will have a blast taking pictures with dog ears, cat whiskers, or even a cardboard cutout of your own pet.

• 26. ‘Dog of Honour’: Give your pet the honour of being part of your wedding party. Whether they’re your ‘Dog of Honour’ or ‘Best Man’s Best Friend,’ their presence will bring joy to the ceremony. They could also become flower dogs and have outfits made that match the other bridesmaids. 

• 27. Pet-Themed Accessories: Incorporate your pet into your wedding attire by wearing accessories like cufflinks or a tie pin featuring their image. It’s a subtle yet sentimental way to keep them close during your big day. You could also wear matching bow ties!

After the Ceremony

• 28. Pet-Inspired Thank You Cards: After the wedding, include a photo of your pet on your thank-you cards. It’s a sweet way to show guests that your pet was part of the celebration and offers a memorable keepsake.

• 29. Trash the Dress with Your Pet: For those planning to “trash the dress” after the ceremony, involve your pet! Whether it’s a photoshoot on the beach with your dog or a horse ride in your wedding attire, it makes for a fun, post-wedding adventure with your fur baby.

• 30. Pet-Inclusive Honeymoon Staycation: If you’re planning a minimoon or staycation after your wedding, find a pet-friendly destination where your furry friend can join in the post-wedding relaxation.

• 31. Pet-Hosted Party: Host a “post-wedding pet party” where your pet takes centre stage! Invite close family and friends over to celebrate your recent marriage, but make the theme all about your beloved pet. You can have pet-themed decorations, a special cake for your pet, and even organise fun games where your pet interacts with your guests.

I hope you’ve found this blog helpful in showing you just some of the fun ways you or your clients can include their pets in their wedding day.

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Nicky x

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