Baltimore
If you could be a dog, what type of dog would you be & why: “A Collie– they are friendly and lovable.”
One favorite memory with an animal: “Always being greeted with a tail wag by my dog.”
Favorite thing about bringing pets to weddings: “Watching everyone’s reaction… they love dog more than the bride.”
Name of Pet(s): “Skittles”
If you could be a dog, what type of dog would you be & why: “Totally an Irish Setter! They are beautiful dogs and I feel as though that’s my personality in a dog, or a Great Pyrenees cause they’re big puppies.”
One favorite memory with an animal: “My entire family was away and it was just me home, and Sheba came up to me, looked at me, hopped on my bed and cuddled right next to me. We watched The Office all night and slept! So cute!”
Favorite thing about bringing pets to weddings: “Pets are family! They gotta come! And just like kids you never know what’s gonna happen, but you know it’s gonna be cute and totally worth it. I mean come on look at that face!”
Name of Pet(s): “Sheba”
If you could be a dog, what type of dog would you be & why: “I would be a Golden Retriever. I’m a total people person and already leave blonde hair everywhere. I love that Golden’s can be active and typically love the water and to swim but they can also be total couch potatoes.”
One favorite memory with an animal: “Going to sleep at night with my dog laying across my feet.”
Favorite thing about bringing pets to weddings: ‘Seeing the pure joy of owners seeing their dog on the big day and pups seeing their owners!”
Name of Pet(s): “Emmy”
If you could be a dog, what type of dog would you be & why: “German Shepherd because they are loyal and energetic! And they love running.”
One favorite memory with an animal: “When I got my first cat, Elsa. She would cry when everyone else picked her up or touched her, but when I held her she just purred and cuddled in my arms.”
Favorite thing about bringing pets to weddings: “When the couple lights up as their babies (pets) walk in. They are extremely proud parents and it just brings a smile to my face cause I love my animals just as much!”
Name of Pet(s): “Anna & Olivia”
If you could be a dog, what type of dog would you be & why: “Elkhound Keeshound- Kodiak {one of my dogs} more specifically because he was so calm and cute.”
One favorite memory with an animal: “When I took my pet mouse to school by accident and scared everyone.”
Favorite thing about bringing pets to weddings: “I love how happy they make their parents.”
Name of Pet(s): “Cleo”
Frederick
If you could be a dog, what type of dog would you be & why: “I would be a mixed breed because so many are left behind and forgotten in shelters. I would be big enough to get a hug because everyone needs a hug now and then. I would be small enough to be able to go everywhere with my people because I would want to be a real part of the family.”
One favorite memory with an animal: “We spent a vacation in the Outer Banks at a pet-friendly house – allowing us to take all of our dogs. We had three at the time. Our golden retriever was constantly trying to get into the hot tub with us, perching himself on the picnic table and staring us down despite being denied over and over. He never managed to get into that hot tub but he made us laugh every day!”
Favorite thing about bringing pets to weddings: “Weddings are happy events to start with — couples who have to leave their 4-legged family member out of the picture must feel sad about that. Bringing the pets to this very special day makes the day complete and puts smiles on everyone’s face the minute that furry creature arrives!”
Name of Pet(s): “Rocky & Sydney”
If you could be a dog, what type of dog would you be & why: “Australian Cattle Dog because they’re smart, goofy, hardworking, and have beautiful coats!”
One favorite memory with an animal: “When my family brought home our rescue German Shepherd. Watching him blossom from the love we gave him was amazing! He was so scared at first, and watching him change and act like a dog and be happy was the best feeling.”
Favorite thing about bringing pets to weddings: “All the smiles they put on everyone’s faces! It’s an unexpected surprise for some guests and some great moments are captured forever.”
Name of Pet(s): “Josie”
If you could be a dog, what type of dog would you be & why: “I would be a Golden Retriever mixed with a German Shepherd because I’m fiercely loyal, loving and protective, but I also have a goofy side :)”
One favorite memory with an animal: “We had just adopted our second puppy, Ranger, and we were nervous how he would get along with our first pup, Bentley, but when we got home, they both crawled right up into my lap and fell asleep together with their heads touching! :)”
Favorite thing about bringing pets to weddings: “Pets are important family members; it just feels right to have them by your side on the happiest day of your life!”
Name of Pet(s): “Bentley and Ranger”