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5 adorable reasons your dog makes the best wedding guest  other than stealing the show

Pet dogs are family and having them by your side at your wedding makes the occasion more special and memorable.

A wedding expert lists 5 reasons your pooch should be a part of your nuptials that are too adorable to deny. Of course, your dog will steal the show, but there are other ways its presence will enhance your wedding experience.

Bride and groom with their dog
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5 reasons you should bring your dog to your wedding

Chris Bajda from GroomsDay, a specialist store for wedding party gifts, says having your dog at your wedding is a decision you will never regret.

Here we list five reasons that’ll make you overlook the chaos your dog is likely to cause.

To calm your wedding jitters

It’s normal to feel anxious on your wedding day. However, dogs are known for calming their humans down.

The wedding expert names this as the top reason to have your pet at your wedding. “Wedding mornings can be overwhelming. But dogs don’t care about timeline pressures or whether the flowers are perfect – they just want to be near you,” says Chris.

“Ive heard from couples that having their dog around during wedding prep helped them stay present and reminded them what the day is really about – celebrating love with their closest family members, including the four-legged ones,” he continued.

To create can’t-plan-for moments

As the wedding expert notes, weddings are full of orchestrated moments. Although they look great in pictures, what adds true essence to the celebration is your dog’s goofiness.

Whether sleeping on your train or barking in the middle of vows, anything your furry pal does will highlight your wedding.

Some of our favorite wedding stories come from dogs just being themselves. Those unplanned moments end up being what everyone remembers most fondly,” says Chris.

Ultimate ice-breaker

Your dog comes to the rescue if wedding guests from both families find it difficult to get along.

Not only do strangers become friends over their shared interest in pets in the presence of your pooch, but they might also gather for impromptu photo sessions because it’s impossible to say no to the four-legged furball!

Formal moments become personal

Every pet lover would agree with us – it feels like home in your dog’s presence. If the usual wedding happenings feel too formal, throw in a dog and it instantly becomes more personal.

Group photos couldn’t be more fun

Is there a moment more special than newlywed couples walking with their dog to capture in the frame?

“From quiet moments with you and your new spouse walking your dog at golden hour, to action shots of them racing across the venue grounds, these natural shots can add a more adventurous element to your wedding album,” guarantees Chris.

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