Rachel and Aaron‘s Dog-Friendly Wedding | Photo by Hello Blue Photo
Welcome back to “5 of Our Favorites,” where we highlight five stunning Jewish weddings each week, all centered around a special theme. This week, we’re all about weddings with dogs!
STG couples have come up with the cutest and most creative ways to incorporate their beloved pups into their special days – whether that means full-on participation, up to and including walking down the aisle, or simply taking some heirloom-level photos together and adding in sweet tributes throughout the wedding.
We’re so excited to share these fabulous dog-freidnly weddings with you and inspire your own pet-friendly celebration!
Jacqui and James‘ Wedding | Photo by Sarah Diller
Jacqui and James’ Barnyard Jewish Wedding at Red Gate Farms, Savannah, Georgia, USA
We love a good barn wedding. And a wedding with pets. AND a Jewish wedding where the couple goes the extra mile to personalize their ceremony. Put all those things together, and you’ve got one incredible day.
Jacqui and James‘ Wedding | Photo by Sarah Diller
Jacqui and James pulled off the perfect laid-back barn wedding – the bride wanted all the guests to feel “like they were hanging out in their own backyard.”
Jacqui and James‘ Wedding with Pets | Photo by Sarah Diller
And how cute is it that the couple got their beloved dogs in on the fun? We’re obsessed with the pics of the pair walking back down the aisle with their sweet pups in tow.
Wendy and Nagesh‘s Wedding with Pets | Photo by Laurie Bailey
Wendy and Nagesh’s Dog-Forward Wedding at Bel Air Bay Club, Los Angeles, CA
Smashing The Glass Brides Club member Wendy and Nagesh incorporated the beloved dogs in their lives into their big day in the sweetest ways!
The couple knew they wanted to include their pug, Shimi (named after the late Shimon Peres), in their day, so they hired Black Tie Pups to bring her to and from the venue for photos.
Wendy and Nagesh‘s Wedding with Pets | Photo by Laurie Bailey
Wendy and Bagesh included not only their own dog, Shimi, but also Wendy’s parents’ dog, Snoopy, who is a bit of a family mascot. They named their signature drinks after the pups and got cute signs from Etsy.
Wendy and Nagesh‘s Wedding with Pets | Photo by Laurie Bailey
Even Wendy and Nagehs’s ketubah, custom designed by Etsy artist Jerise, featured a beach scene with an image of the couple and Shimi!
Rachel and Aaron‘s Dog-Friendly Wedding | Photo by Hello Blue Photo
Rachel and Aaron’s Dog-Friendly Jewish Wedding at Five Crowns, Corona Del Mar, California, USA
Rachel and Aaron had a very special guest of honor at their Jewish wedding: their dog, Ryder!
Rachel and Aaron‘s Dog-Friendly Wedding | Photo by Hello Blue Photo
Not only did this much-loved Mini Goldendoodle serve as the couple’s ring bearer, he sat in Aaron’s lap during speeches and joined the pair for their first dance.
Rachel and Aaron‘s Dog-Friendly Wedding | Photo by Hello Blue Photo
Rachel and Aaron even added special touches celebrating their best canine pal, like cocktail napkins featuring his likeness, dog-shaped cookies, and their signature cocktail, the Ryder Old Fashioned! We love how Rachel and Aaron figured out what was important to them early on in their wedding planning and made it happen.
Samantha and Scott‘s Wedding with Dog Pics | Photo by Starfish Studios
Samantha and Scott’s Interfaith Jewish Wedding with Dog Pics at The Addison, Boca Raton, Florida
Samantha and Scott didn’t have their dog, Gatsby, attend wedding itself, but they did have their dog sitter bring him to the park where they took their first look photos so he could get in on the picture-taking action.
Samantha and Scott‘s Wedding with Dog Pics | Photo by Starfish Studios
The couple even got him a special bow tie to match Scott’s. It was a special moment for the pair to be able to share their best day with Gatsby and to have pictures looking back that have their beloved pup included.
Sara and Greg‘s Wedding with their Dog | Photo by Hilary Katzen
Sara and Greg’s Family-Focused Black Tie Jewish Wedding at The Swan Club in Roslyn, New York, USA
Sara and Greg made their Jewish wedding all about family – including their beloved dog, Bruce! They took pics with him – all decked out in his own little tux – and a dear family friend made them a wedding cake with an edible topper featuring none other than Bruce!
Sara and Greg‘s Wedding with their Dog | Photo by Hilary Katzen
So there you have it! If you’re planning to involve your dog(s) – or any other pets – in your own wedding, we’d love to hear about it in the comments!
