How to Plan a Pet-Friendly Wedding
For pet lovers, the idea of having their beloved pet in attendance of their big day is an exciting prospect. Pets are important members of the family, and for many, a wedding just wouldn’t be the same without their fluffy sidekick.
It’s now more popular than ever for furry companions to take part in the celebrations. In fact, according to a 2018 report released by Etsy, hosting a pet-friendly wedding was trending with over 30,000 related searches.
As the popularity of pets at weddings rises, we’ve detailed how to plan a pet-friendly wedding.
In the beginning stages of wedding planning, it’s important that you have a pet-friendly wedding venue as not all places will be suitable for pets. Some venues may not even allow them. For venues that do allow pets, it’s essential to ensure they offer proper amenities for animals. We recommend you make sure there is space for them to relax during the festivities.
In addition to finding the right venue, you should have a pet attendant on hand to keep your pet happy and entertained while you’re busy celebrating and mingling with guests. Our tip is to ask someone in the bridal party to look after your pet in case you’re not able to have them by your side the entire time, especially if they need a little break from all the excitement. Packing pet essentials such as treats; water and toys is also important to ensure they are comfortable. Make sure you check with guests about any severe allergies to pets as you wouldn’t want them coming in to contact.
Pets tend to be naturally photogenic, so having your pet hold wedding signs, or the all-important rings, make for adorable photos that will be cherished for a lifetime. Consider dressing your pet in a matching bow tie to the groom or matching flowers to the bride as these make for great picture ideas. It’s imperative to research photographers to ensure they are comfortable and experienced when photographing animals. For inspiration, Instagram hosts plenty of pictures of people who included pets in their weddings. It’s also a great way to find a photographer who has photographed pets in your local area.
Finally, supplying pawsecco and pet-friendly food is the paw-fect way to treat your pets during the special day. Pawsecco is alcohol-free and vet-approved, so it serves as a yummy and safe treat for pets to indulge. You can ask your caterer if they can whip up any pet-approved food, especially if you have multiple pets attending the big event.
For more pet wedding ideas, our friends at ROX have created an in-depth look detailing proper petiquette for weddings.
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