For many couples, pets aren’t just companions—they’re family. Whether your fur-baby can be there in person or you’re finding creative ways to honour them from afar, incorporating them into your wedding day adds a layer of joy, sentiment, and personality that guests always remember. Here are the top 10 best ways to include pets in your wedding, blending heartfelt moments with playful touches.
1. Have them attend and be part of the ceremony.
There’s nothing sweeter than your pet trotting down the aisle or sitting proudly beside you as you exchange vows. If they’re calm, confident, and comfortable around crowds, this is the most meaningful way to have them truly there on your big day.
Photo courtesy Jewel Chenoweth Photography and Faithwood Chapel
2. Have an everlasting custom pet cake topper made to look just like them in their signature pose.
A handcrafted, personalised pet cake topper allows your furry friend to sit pride of place without needing to attend in person. Whether they’re cheeky, elegant, or goofy, their little sculpture adds a delightful dash of personality.
3. Name a cocktail after them and have them feature on the bar menu.
Signature drinks are all the rage—and naming one after your pet makes it even sweeter. Add an illustrated menu for the full effect. (This is my favourite on Etsy!)
4. Photo props of your pet’s face.
Oversized cut-outs of your pet’s face are guaranteed to get guests laughing in the photobooth and on the dance floor.
5. Have your pet attend just for couple photos or the first look.
If your venue isn’t pet-friendly—or your pet prefers quieter moments—bring them along for portraits before the ceremony. They can be part of your morning, then head home with a trusted chaperone.
6. Custom pet lapel pin of your pet’s face.
A subtle yet meaningful way to include your fur-baby, especially for grooms, groomsmen, and fathers of the bride or groom.
7. Feature your pet on the wedding stationery.
Save-the-dates, invitations, menus, seating charts—your pet can grace them all. A small illustration can become a beautifully consistent motif throughout your day.
8. Custom cocktail toppers.
Floating toppers featuring your pet’s face are such a fun addition to your signature drink. Guests adore them.
9. Cocktail napkins with a line-drawing portrait of your pet.
Elegant, memorable, and incredibly cute. Here’s my pick!
10. Sugar cookies in the shape of your pet as wedding favours.
These take guest favours to the next level. Whether detailed portraits or simple silhouettes, pet cookies are guaranteed crowd-pleasers. Like these ones!
If you’re looking for more ideas, tools, and inspiration for planning a pet-inclusive wedding, follow along on Instagram @pawfectevents.au and explore additional resources at pawfectevents.com.au
Your pet is such a special part of your life. With the right touches, they can be a meaningful part of your wedding day too.