Weddings are moments of pure joy, filled with love, and unforgettable memories. But sometimes, it’s not just the couple who capture all the attention. Enter the dogs—our loyal companions who often add an extra layer of charm to these special days. Whether they’re walking down the aisle as ring bearers, stealing kisses during the vows, or simply bringing their undeniable cuteness to the celebration, these furry friends have a way of turning a beautiful wedding into an extraordinary one.
1. Rescue Pups Instead of Bouquets
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When Andee Ondina and her wife Tina Krasinski were planning their wedding, they aimed to highlight the importance of rescuing pets and promoting adoption over buying. In line with this mission, they saved a litter of puppies and their mother from a kill shelter. Instead of traditional bouquets, each bridesmaid carried a “puppquet” down the aisle, showcasing these adoptable pups to the guests. It was an incredibly sweet idea that not only charmed everyone but also benefited the animals.
2. Doggy Surprise
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At the altar, a groom was overwhelmed with tears of joy when his wife surprised him by having his beloved dog, dressed in a tuxedo, walk down the aisle to greet him after some family members were unable to attend. Shane Witkowski, 42, from Tampa, Florida, is deeply attached to their dog Tucker, according to his wife Lindsey, 35. Tucker played a key role in bringing the couple together—when Lindsey adopted him in 2017, she and Shane were just friends. Lindsey sent Shane a picture of Tucker, calling him the dog’s dad, and once their relationship became official, Shane trained Tucker, who now follows him everywhere. Understanding the bond between Shane and Tucker, Lindsey knew she had to include Tucker in their wedding on April 28 in Tampa!
3. Dog Runs Down Wedding Aisle!
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Colonel, a Labrador Retriever who served as both an honorary groomsman and ring bearer, was eager to witness his humans’ wedding in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. In his excitement, he bolted down the aisle, even knocking over the microphone. To prepare for the big day, the bride and groom had enlisted a professional dog trainer to teach Colonel how to carry the ring down the aisle with poise. However, the four-legged ring bearer had his own plans and didn’t quite succeed in the task. Despite this, bride Kate Gueno says she wouldn’t have changed a thing.
4. Maid of Honor Carries Dying Dog
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Kelly O’Connell and her brown Labrador, Charlie, shared an unbreakable bond, even on her wedding day. After 14 years together, Charlie, who was suffering from a brain tumor, mustered the strength to walk down the aisle as Kelly married her partner, James Garvin. However, the return trip was too much for the ailing dog, so Kelly’s sister and maid of honor, Katie Lloyd, gently carried him back down the aisle!
5. Bernese Mountain Dog Interrupts
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In a video captured by Motion Art Wedding Films, Rosie, the bride and groom’s beloved Bernese Mountain Dog, just couldn’t wait until the end of the ceremony to make her move. She left her spot in line to greet the guests in the front row before excitedly jumping up on her mom to say hello.
Dogs have a unique ability to bring warmth and joy wherever they go, and weddings are no exception. Their unfiltered love can turn a perfect day into a truly magical one, leaving lasting memories for everyone involved. As these stories show, when dogs are part of the celebration, they don’t just attend—they steal the show, reminding us all of the pure and simple joys that make life, and love, so special.
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