There’s nothing quite like furry friends adding a little extra charm to a wedding day! Whether it’s a dog walking down the aisle, a cat curled up in the decor, or even a special appearance from a Vermont farm animal, these moments bring joy and plenty of smiles. This category celebrates the animals that stole the show and warmed our hearts. Take a look at these unforgettable highlights and vote for your favorite four-legged wedding guest.
What is the Vermont Weddings ‘Best Of’ Series?
It’s that time of year—our Vermont Weddings Best of Series is here! We’re celebrating the amazing work of Vermont’s top wedding professionals this wedding season, and we need your help to pick the best of the best. Check out the entries, get inspired, and vote for your favorites via the form at the end of this blog post. At the end of it all, we’ll announce the Reader’s Choice winners. Let’s celebrate together!
Pretty in Pink
This four-legged friend, Chief, sat proudly by the bridal party, surrounded by a sea of pink. With such a calm and poised demeanor, this pup had the best seat in the house, and brought a special charm to this ceremony!
Photographer: GarrenTee Photography
Venue: Burke Mountain
Feelin’ Feline
This dapper cat is dressed to impress and ready to steal the spotlight on the big day. And let’s talk about that colorful bowtie—it’s the perfect pop of personality, adding a playful yet sophisticated touch. We can’t resist a pet who knows how to bring flair to the occasion!
Photographer: Sepia Sisters
The Overjoyed Companion
Someone’s excited! This overjoyed pup can barely contain their joy as they stare stares lovingly at their parents. This moment of love is accompanied by many licks of approval.
Planner: Wild Fern Boutique
Photographer: Andrew Brannan Photo
Venue: The Inn at Burklyn
Hair and MUA: Vermont Bridal Beauty
Florals: Tipsy Tulip Designs
Meow and Forever
Cats on a cake? Yes, please! When your pets can’t join you on your big day, adding them to your decor is always a purrrfect way to make sure they’re included. This precious cake features the happy couple’s feline friends with style, surrounded by petite flowers.
Planner: I Dews Design & Events
Florals: Oak & Bee Florals
Photographer: Harper Photo Co.
Bakery: Mattarello Bakery
Venue: Quechee Inn
Paw-ty Animals
Check out these party pups on the dance floor! If anyone knows how to have a good time and celebrate, it’s these two in their festive sweaters!
Venue: Wilburton Inn
Photographer: William Thomas Photo
And They Called It Puppy Love..
What’s better than marrying the love of your life? Well, nothing really… unless it’s a surprise puppy! Barry surprised his wife, Courtney, with a sweet golden retriever puppy on their wedding day. This is such a wonderful moment that has been captured forever thanks to their wedding videographer, Amanda.
Videographer: Eightzero2 Productions
Venue: Old Scott Barn
Love at First Sniff
Someone knows how to stop and smell the flowers! This precious pup decided to spend some peaceful time alone with their mom on her big day. Isn’t the flower on the harness just the sweetest!?
Photographer: Sally Carpenter Photography
Hair and MUA: Bridal Services by Laela
Bubbles for Bruno
Although this sweet boy couldn’t be at the ceremony, his humans made sure he was still there in spirit during their big day. Mini bottles of bubbles were offered to guests to blow at the end of the ceremony in honor of this cute pooch, Bruno.
Venue: Reading Farms Estate
Coordinator: On Thyme Events
Photographer: Barrie Fisher Photo
Proud Pooch
Well doesn’t this pup look dapper with his bowtie on? Sitting calmly, this sweet dog awaits his human’s ceremony ever so patiently. If you look closely, you’ll also see ‘best dog’ embroidered on his collar- a title we’re certain he wore proudly!
Photographer: The Portrait Gallery
The Purr-fect Dress
Looks like someone wanted to match the wedding party! This elegant cat attended her human’s wedding, wearing the prettiest blue dress and flowers. (Doesn’t the dress make her eyes just pop?!)
Florals: M’s Wedding Flowers
Photographer: Hannah Photography
The Sweetest Observer
Between this couple stands the ultimate wedding companion, watching the ceremony with pure delight and devotion. This 14 year-old Siberian Husky, Kair, lives up to her name. Norse for “Devoted,” she often serves as a friendly reminder to her parents, Janice and Todd, that devotion comes after clarity.
Photographer: Love Wins Photography
Venue: The Carriage House Event Venue
Coordinator: Green Mountain Gatherings
Officiant: Carmen George Weddings
Florals: Snaps and Sunflowers
Fur-ever Family
Benji steals the show, standing tall at his dads’ feet after their ceremony, striking a bold pose with a look that says, “Yep, my dads just crushed it!”
Photographer: Isora Lithgow Creations
Venue: Crofter’s Green
Furry & Floral
Finn’s whimsical garland is too cute! We absolutely adore his commitment to matching the venue’s florals.
Florals: Anaphora Flowers
Photographer: Allison Clarke Photography
All Smiles
It’s all smiles from this perfect little pup deemed the dog of honor. This moment was so sweet, as the couple’s corgi came up, totally unpromoted, during their vows and laid down at their feet in the sun.
Photographer: Lillian Seibert Photography
A Moo-ving Moment
Curiously peeking over the fence, cows glance at this happy couple sharing a kiss. These gentle spectators look absolutely delighted to join in on the festivities!
Photographer: Colette Kulig Photography
Venue: The Round Barn
Florist: Floral Art
Hair and MUA: Hillary Fay Studios
Prancing Pup
Cookie is nothing but joyful and proud walking down the aisle. Sporting gorgeous florals and a big smile, this pup is delighted to be a part of their human’s big day!
Photographer: Blooming Photo Company
Something Blue
This matching bunch huddled in for the sweetest family photo with their humans. These pooches look so perfect decked out in all their blue bandanas and harnesses!
Photographer: Ben Hudson Photography
Venue: Lareau Farm Inn
Florals: Flower Power
Hair and MUA: Hillary Fay Studios
Entertainment: DJ Hevan
Videographer: WB Weddings
Rentals: The Linen Shop
Dessert: Palmer Lane Maple
Sweet Wedding Day Smooch
On her wedding day, this bride’s heart melted as her furry best friend trotted over for a sweet smooch. This is truly a reminder of the unconditional love our pets give us!
Venue: Sterling Ridge Resort
Photographer: Sincerely Liz Photography
Readers Choice Awards
Now that you’ve seen our picks for the best Vermont furry friends in 2024, it’s time for you to vote! We’ll share your top picks for each category at the end of the month.