Your wedding day is going to be one of the best days of your life. There is no reason why the whole family should not be there, including your dog! Here is a list of ways you can incorporate your furbaby into your wedding day!
The Wedding Day Ceremony
There is nothing better than seeing a dog in a Wedding Ceremony. Up front and center for the guests to see. When it comes down to deciding their roles, there are four options on how to title your dog for the Wedding Ceremony.
The Best Dog
The Groom’s right hand pup! If your dog is considered The Best Dog, he will walk in with the Groomsmen and stand right at the front of the line. Right behind the Groom. It is best to make sure The Best Dog matches the Groomsmen, so make sure he has a nice necktie to match! Etsy has a lot of cute options!
The Dog of Honor
Opposite of The Best Dog, this position is for the lady dogs. The Dog of Honor will lead all the Bridesmaids and walk up the aisle to the front. She will be positioned right behind the Bride during the Wedding Ceremony. For such a sweet dog, she must have a flower collar to match the Wedding!
Flower Dog
Tradition will be upheld with this role! The Flower Dog will come down the aisle right before the Bride and decorate the way with beautiful flower petals. Obviously, dogs cannot throw petals so this one is best done with a friend. Pair off a young girl with your Flower Dog and have them work together to prepare the way for the Bride!
Ring Doggo
One of the most important roles in the Wedding Ceremony! Before the Bride comes up, the Ring Doggo must carry the rings up the aisle and hold them until they are needed for the vows! There are many adorable ring pillows or clasps for the Ring Doggo to use during their important job.
No matter what the role your dogs are playing in the Wedding Ceremony, make sure they have the best escort service to the event. Lots of people use friends or family to bring them back and forth, but a lot of people offer this as a service through their dog business. A Confident Dog has an entire service dedicated to Weddings and dogs in them.
Silhouette On Handkerchief
If you are looking for your “something new” this is the perfect item to have! Have your pup’s face embroidered onto a fancy handkerchief then the Groom or Bride can have them on their person for the whole Wedding Day. The Groom can fold his and place it in his jacket pocket, right next to his heart! Have the handkerchief wrapped around the Bride’s bouquet as a final decorative piece.
Reception Table Numbers
Every reception has a seating chart which involves table numbers, so why not have your dog show off the numbers! Search to see if there is a dog photographer in your area and book a session with them. Bring different cut out numbers with you and have them take a photo of your dog with each number. Throw the photos in a cute frame and voila! You dog is the seating chart master!
Wedding Day Signature Cocktails
This is the newest sweetest way to include your dog in your wedding! Take your dog’s personality and match a drink to their uniqueness. This Etsy artist can take your dog’s photo and turn them into an adorable cocktail sign. Serve your signature cocktails at the bar of your reception and everyone can help your dog be included!
Clay Figurines In The Cake
The cake is the most delicious part of the reception so of course your dog should be included! Having clay figurines of your dog is an easy online find. You can either have them sticking out of the bottom of the cake or you can have them taking a bite out of the cake! Both equally adorable!
Wedding Cake Topper
The top of the wedding cake is a big feature! The best way to show off your dog is to have the whole family as the wedding topper. There are so many great options! Check out your local thrift store and find a vintage picture frame, then put a family photo in it as the topper. Or even getting a professional figurine made up of the family. Getting a paw print added onto your cake topper is also a cute way to include the furbaby!
Donation Jar
If you happen to have a rescue dog or a favorite animal rescue then this may be the option for you! Decorate a big jar with the rescue of your choice’s colors. Make a sign with your dog’s name or picture (or both) and let the guest list know that’s the rescue your dog sponsors! Collect donations throughout the reception then send them off to the rescue after! Such a sweet way to include your dog and help homeless dogs.
I love this! I hope I have a dog when I get married so I can do all of these.