If you have a pet that holds a special place in the heart of you and your partner, you may have started considering involving that pet in your ceremony. Some people enjoy the option of having said pet as a ring-bearer or a best man or having them accompany a mother or guest down the aisle.
If you are going to involve your pet, here are some things to consider:
- Where will the pet be prior to the ceremony? (Waiting in the wings with the bridal party? Mingling amongst the guests?)
- How will the pet get to/from the ceremony?
- Who will signal the pet to his/her cue?
- Is the pet trained/well-behaved/socialized enough to be amongst a crowd of people and follow his orders - especially if those orders are given by someone other than the bride or groom (as they will most likely be kind of, um, busy)?
- Will the pet stay still during the ceremony? If not, where will he/she sit during the ceremony?
- Will the pet have any special attire? (Some people enjoy a full matching wedding party outfit for their involved pet. Others choose a more simplistic, natural look.)
- Are there any guests with allergies or fears of the kind of animal your pet is?
Pets are adorable and loveable, but sometimes a wedding just isn't the place for them. Other ways to include them are photos of them on the walls or as part of the centerpieces. Or they can be part of the favors (i.e. cat-shaped cookies with the bride & groom's name on them, your dog's photo on the magnet with your wedding info printed on it, etc). If your pet can't be there in "person," don't despair - there are plenty of options!
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