IT MUTT BE LOVE
From best friend to best man
DOG owners are including the pets in their proposals, weddings and honeymoons more than ever, a poll shows.
Four out of ten involved their furry friends in their special day.
One in five used them as ring bearers and a third of newlyweds took their pet on honeymoon.
More than one in ten took part in engagement shoots for Save the Date cards.
And half of people aged 18 to 24 said they couldn’t imagine getting hitched without their pup there.
Karen Hanton, of website Petspyjamas, who carried out the poll said: “Dogs are such an important part of family life. It makes perfect sense that people would want to involve them in their wedding.”
We spoke to owners whose pets joined them at their celebrations.
Becky and Anthony Taylor, 29, from Wolverhampton, included their westie Rufus in every step.
Blogger Becky, 27, said: “We dressed OUR vet Brian Faulkner, from Petplan, has 22 years of experience and is a freelancer working all over the country. Send your questions to Brian at: Petplan, Great West House, Great West Road, Brentford, Middlesex, TW8 9DX or via Petplan’s Facebook page facebook.com/ Petplanuk. Rufus in a smart bowtie and a friend brought him along for the wedding photos. Our wedding favours were gifts from Dogs Trust and we had donation boxes which raised £500 for them.
“Rufus joined us on honeymoon and was treated like a king.
“Some people might think it took away the romance but we loved it.” Adorable cocker spaniel Woody was ring bearer for Wendy Petersen, 40, and her husband Kevin, 58.
The couple, from Horsham, West Sussex, dressed him in a suit like the groomsmen and he carried in the ring on a cushion. Wendy said: “Woody looked so sweet and was as good as gold carrying the rings.” If you are thinking of including your pet at your wedding, Karen says: “Ensure the venue is pet friendly. Make sure there is someone to take care of your pet.
“Be mindful of young children around them. Remember treats and essentials such as hygiene bags. Treat them to a grooming. Consider their needs around your honeymoon.” MY dog has eaten a small amount of chocolate more than once. Does the damage of having these occasional morsels build up over time?
If you have a story about wildlife email us at pets@people.co.uk