During the planning process I knew who my ring bearer was going to be: my puppy Teddy. I didn’t know how I was going to do it, but Teddy HAD to be there because he’s part of our family.
I did a lot of research and read tons of articles about how it’s not a good idea to have your pet at your wedding. He might bark constantly, pee on the aisle midway or eat flowers. I trained Teddy for the last several months leading up to the wedding, escorting him around like I was his handler in the Best in Show. He would trot down our long hallway like the purebred he’s not.
I wanted Teddy to match the wedding party, too. FI was adamant about Teddy not wearing a wreath of flowers around his neck because he’s a BOY. Fine , FIzilla, it’s your wedding too. It took me several months to find the perfect outfit for him: a tux! He looked so handsome!

These are a few photos of Bella and some of my favorite wedding items!
This is a picture of my favorite puppy bride and kitty groom!

This is our 1 year old Boston Terrier, Lola. Whatever Lola wants, Lola gets…as you can see. She’s already gotten her sneaky paws on my e-ring! ~Sara
This is a welcoming Starbucks package for the out of town guests - hanging at the door waiting for them.. hee! ~ Paulina
A trial run of a photo for our thank you notes with Spark Plug (the boxer) and Edgar Martinez (the white mutt). ~Mia
Not to outdo Miss Poppy’s guinea pig but I think I may have you beat¢¢â€š¬¦
For your enjoyment, attached is a photo of my dachshund, Penny in a hula outfit! If anyone is having an island destination wedding and would like to borrow her please let me know, she dances¢¢â€š¬¦seriously. Just kidding! Enjoy! ~Mrs. Snowbride
Update: I talked to my parents and they agreed to a trial run of bringing the cats to KC. So when we go down there this weekend they’ll be coming with us and then staying in my parents’ basement. They have a big ol’ house with a finished basement, and a door to separate the basement from the house’s lower level. So the cats will have the run of the computer room, TV room, basement bathroom and second kitchen for the duration of our two-day stay. If this goes well, they may get to stay with us when we go to KC for the wedding. If it doesn’t, well, at least we’ll know. Wish us luck.
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You already met Maxie, now meet two of my other furbabies:
Othello:


My cat is one of those not-so-independent cats. She likes to sit on my lap, sleep next to me on the bed and talk to Mr. Orange and I when we arrive home. So, I’m wondering how she’ll bear 6 days without us? Or should I say how will I bear 6 days without her?
Are you leaving a pet behind when you go on your honeymoon?
From time to time, Mr. Lily and I doggie-sit for a friend’s pooch (she’s here now! aw!). This only feeds my desire for a pet. I keep asking Mr. Lily for a puppy, but he (the logical one) says, “Are you nuts? We live in a studio!” and then I back down on my puppy requests because I know it’s just not the right space to train a little one. Still, I want one desperately! Mr. Lily offered to jump on me and lick my face when I walk in the door, but it’s just not the same…
Taking care of the dog has made me wonder about other engaged couples’ pet status.