Does your location allow pets?
Just because you're having an outdoor wedding doesn't mean that Fido and Fluffy are allowed on the green of the country club's golf course.
Do you have a designated Sitter?
Let's be realistic, your animal is going to need to eat, drink and use the bathroom like the rest of us, and on your special day you will have enough on your plate. Ask a few close family members or friends if they are ok keeping an eye on the pets or if they can run the pets home after the ceremony. This way you don't need to worry about any accidents or run aways while you are enjoying your first few hours of married life.
Is anyone Allergic?
Be sure to ask your wedding party if anyone has pet allergies before inviting your pet into the wedding. Also if you know you're having guests who are allergic be sure to warn them too because no one wants to look all itchy and sick in your wedding pictures
Can your pet focus?
The idea of your pooch, rabbit or kitty being the ring bearer might sound perfect, but if they are easily startled or distracted by people, they may never make it down the aisle on their own. Do a few practice runs before you even consider having them in the wedding, without and with a group of people. If they can make it to you without the group in a reasonable amount of time, then go for it. If you really still want your pooch, have a ring bearer assistant to walk the animal down the aisle.
Overall I think having a pet in the wedding is a fun and loving way to include them in your special day, because in the big picture you're ALL a family now.
Happy Training!
--The Southside Bride
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