Have a doggie daughter or son and want to include them in your wedding day pictures but not sure how? Here are some easy tips to help your dog be a part of your day when you can’t make them a part of your bridal party!
• Pick a location to take pictures with your dog that is dog friendly but not overly distracting. Dog parks are a great place to play with your dog however too much of a distraction for sitting for pictures. On the other hand, churches very rarely are dog friendly. If the location also will work for pictures afterwards with the humans in your wedding it’s even better!
• Everyone has a friend or family member that is itching to help with the wedding. Have them be the dog person! If they are pet friendly, have them bring your dog to meet you at the specified place and time and take them back home afterwards. If you do a first look it makes it even easier for them as they still have time to get ready for the wedding!
• Make sure your dog is bathed and ready for their close up! Pack a few baby wipes for muddy paws in case of them finding a mud puddle.
• A pretty collar and leash that matches the bridal party is always fun!
• Have bottled water and a traveling water bowl on hand. It gets hot in the summer and if they had to wait in the car they are even going to be more thirsty!
• Treats are an easy way to get dogs to look up at the camera and well deserved after being good for the camera.
• Make sure that your photographer is dog friendly!!! I personally ADORE dogs but not everyone does. Make sure that your photographer isn’t afraid of dogs before planning to bring your friend in for some pictures during the day.
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