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11 "Pets" Category Articles
9 DAYS AGO | 4.8.2025
If a Cat Was in Charge of Your Wedding Ceremony…
Cats in weddings? We love this trend! But be warned, here’s what might happen if you include your cat in your wedding ceremony (probably).
41 DAYS AGO | 3.7.2025
Marriage Advice from 5 Animals That Mate for Life
Fun wedding advice from animals that mate for life! Tips for couples who just got engaged, are planning a wedding, celebrating an anniversary, or who just ne...
48 DAYS AGO | 2.28.2025
Can a Dog Officiate a Wedding? These States Allow Fido to Lead the Ceremony
Learn how your dog can serve as a ceremonial wedding officiant in states where couples can 'self-solemnize.' Your dog pretends to deliver the script as co-of...
162 DAYS AGO | 11.6.2024
Here Comes the Swine: 8 Wedding Traditions with Pigs
A fun look at pig themed wedding traditions including the pig dance & lucky pig charms, pig symbolism & marriage, & pigs at the wedding ceremony
254 DAYS AGO | 8.6.2024
Can Your Pet Be a Wedding Witness? Not Exactly…
Ask AMM: Can a dog's paw print be considered a witness signature? Can a pet be a witness on a marriage license? Get info on legal wedding witness requirements!
710 DAYS AGO | 5.8.2023
The Anonymous Officiant: Top Hat & Actual Tails for This Bridal Beagle
The Anonymous Officiant #6: A sweet story about a bride and her beagle... Plus EXCELLENT advice from an experienced officiant about how and when to include y...
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1099 DAYS AGO | 4.14.2022
Bride chooses cat to be her ‘flower boy,’ now her sister is furious
It’s so much fun when couples choose to include a pet in their wedding ceremony, like this bride and her cat as a ‘flower boy’! But it can also lead to misun...
1331 DAYS AGO | 8.25.2021
Weddings For Pets Are Gaining Popularity
Dog weddings, cat weddings, and all kinds of pet weddings are gaining mainstream popularity this year.
1365 DAYS AGO | 7.22.2021
An alligator as a ring bearer?!? Would you perform this wedding?
A bride and groom asked Wally, an emotional support alligator, to be the ring bearer for their wedding ceremony in central Pennsylvania this week.
1532 DAYS AGO | 2.5.2021
A puppy helps with a proposal! Plus how to involve pets in your wedding ceremony
An Ohio couple gets engaged with the help of an adorable puppy, plus ways to include your dogs, cats, bunnies, and other pets in your wedding ceremony.
2320 DAYS AGO | 12.10.2018
5 Tips for Including Pets in Your Wedding Ceremony
Including pets in your wedding ceremony is fun and makes for great pictures and memories, but it's important to be prepared for unexpected developments!