Your pet is part of your family—and for many couples, it only feels right to include them in the details of the day, even if they’re not physically present. One of the most heartfelt (and visually fun) ways to do this is through your signage and stationery.
Whether you’re designing your invitations, menus, or welcome signs, there are endless ways to honour your furry friend in a stylish and memorable way.
Here are some of our favourite ideas to inspire your planning.
Use a custom pet illustration
One of the most timeless ways to include your pet is through a professionally illustrated portrait.
You can feature the design across your:
✔️ Save the dates
✔️ Invitations
✔️ Coasters
✔️ Envelope seals or belly bands
✔️ Place cards or favour tags
This adds a deeply personal touch—and creates a keepsake you can frame and treasure forever.
Feature them on your signature drinks sign
A cocktail named after your pet? Yes, please.
Signature drink signs are a great way to include your pet’s name and face without needing them on site.
Ideas include:
✔️ A drink called “The Baxter” or “Luna’s Lemonade”
✔️ An illustration of your pet next to the drink description
✔️ Using paw prints or playful pet-themed icons to decorate the bar menu
Welcome guests with your pet’s face
Imagine your guests being greeted with a sign that says “Welcome to our pawfect day!” with a sketch or photo of your pet.
Some couples even use their pet’s “voice” for welcome signage or directional boards:
→ This way to belly rubs (just kidding… dance floor’s that way)
→ Follow the paw prints for love and laughter
It sets a fun, relaxed tone right from the beginning.
Get creative with seating charts and table names
Instead of numbers, name each table after something related to your pet—like their favourite park, toy or silly habit.
✔️ “The Garden Patrol”
✔️ “The Couch Snuggles Table”
✔️ “The Zoomies Zone”
Add a photo or description of the “inspiration” behind each table for extra charm.
Say thank you (with a paw print)
Once the day is done, keep the pet-friendly theme going with your thank-you cards.
Include:
✔️ A custom illustration of your pet waving or smiling
✔️ A signature like “With love, from Sarah, James & Bella (the barkmaid of honour)”
✔️ A real or printed paw print as a fun design element
This final touch wraps your pet’s presence around the entire celebration, from beginning to end.
Final thoughts
Your pet might not hold a bouquet or give a toast, but they absolutely can be a part of your wedding story.
Whether it’s an elegant watercolour illustration or a funny cocktail sign, these stationery and signage ideas are a beautiful way to keep your furry friend close—and make your celebration truly feel like yours.
What would your signature pet-inspired cocktail be called? Let us know in the comments!