Embrace Elegance and Fur-ever Memories: The Plantation Palms Golf Club, the Ideal Pet-Friendly Wedding Venue
If your dog holds a special place in your heart and you envision them being a part of your wedding day, finding the perfect pet-friendly wedding venue becomes a top priority. Look no further than The Plantation Palms Golf Club in Land O Lakes, Florida, where elegance meets pet-friendly charm.
The Plantation Palms Golf Club
The Ideal Pet-Friendly Wedding Venue
Your wedding day marks the beginning of a beautiful journey with your partner, and for many couples, that journey includes their four-legged family member. If your dog holds a special place in your heart and you envision them being a part of your big day, finding the perfect pet-friendly wedding venue becomes a top priority. Look no further than The Plantation Palms Golf Club in Land O Lakes, Florida, where elegance meets pet-friendly charm.
The Plantation Palms Golf Club: Where Elegance Meets Tranquility
Nestled amidst the serene landscapes of Land O Lakes, The Plantation Palms Golf Club offers a breathtaking setting that seamlessly combines elegance with the tranquility of nature. This enchanting venue boasts picturesque views, lush greenery, and stunning outdoor spaces that are perfect for exchanging vows or hosting a reception. With a dedicated team that is committed to making your dreams a reality, The Plantation Palms ensures that every detail of your wedding day is meticulously attended to.
Why Opt for a Pet-Friendly Wedding Venue?
For couples who consider their dogs as cherished family members, the thought of including them in the wedding day is heartwarming. Your furry friend symbolizes the love and unity that you and your partner share, and their presence adds a unique touch to the celebration. Opting for a pet-friendly venue like The Plantation Palms Golf Club not only allows you to honor your furry companion's significance but also offers practical benefits. You can capture candid, authentic moments that highlight the love between you, your partner, and your furry family member.
The Role of Professional Wedding Pet Care Services
Including your dog in your wedding day requires careful planning and consideration. This is where FairyTail Pet Care's wedding pet care services come into play. As the pioneers in event pet care, FairyTail Pet Care understands the importance of having your dog by your side on your special day.
By enlisting the services of a professional wedding pet care company, such as FairyTail Pet Care, you gain access to a team of experienced handlers who specialize in event pet care. These experts work closely with pet-friendly venues like The Plantation Palms Golf Club to ensure a seamless experience. Moreover, FairyTail Pet Care is licensed, bonded, and insured, allowing them to extend their coverage to the venue under their insurance policy. This provision can be a game-changer, as it often grants access to venues that might not be pet-friendly otherwise.
Unlocking Memorable Moments with Your Furry Friend
Choosing The Plantation Palms Golf Club as your pet-friendly wedding venue allows you to unlock a treasure trove of memorable moments. With the support of FairyTail Pet Care's professional wedding pet care services, you can confidently include your beloved dog in your celebration. The result? A wedding day filled with elegance, love, and the heartwarming presence of your furry family member.
For engaged couples in the Tampa Bay, Florida area seeking the perfect pet-friendly wedding venue that encapsulates their love and includes their cherished canine companion, The Plantation Palms Golf Club is a stellar choice.
The memories created at this stunning venue, complemented by the expert assistance of FairyTail Pet Care, will be cherished for a lifetime. Raise a toast to elegance, unity, and a wedding day that embraces the joyous bond between you, your partner, and your furry friend.
The ULTIMATE Guide to Including Your Dog in Your Wedding
The ULTIMATE guide for including your dog in your wedding day! From what they’ll wear to who will bring them home, we’ve thought of it all & are so excited to share it with you! Let’s get started with your step by step guide to giving your dog the best day ever at your wedding!
POV: Your dog is your family & you can’t imagine your wedding day without them in attendance.
However, when you start thinking about all of the logistics, you realize it might be a little more difficult to include your dog than you’d hoped.
Luckily, we are here to help!
We have the ultimate guide to including your dog in your wedding day!
From what they’ll wear to who will bring them home, we’ve thought of it all & are so excited to share it with you!
Let’s get started with your step by step guide to giving your dog the best day ever at your wedding!
STEP 1: CONSIDER YOUR DOG’S PERSONALITY
This is likely the most important step so please don’t skip it! Carefully consider your dog’s personality & how it relates to the wedding day by asking questions like:
What are their energy levels?
Are they a flight risk?
How do they react to new people?
What about kids?
Do they get overwhelmed in crowds?
How do they react to new environments?
These are just some of the questions you’ll want to ask yourself before deciding the best way to incorporate your dog at your wedding.
And if you find yourself thinking my dog might be too “crazy” or “hyper” to be a part of the celebration, we have tips specifically for you that may help you decide so don’t give up on your wild child just yet!
STEP 2: DECIDE ON THEIR “ROLE”
Now that you’ve thought about their personality, it’s time to decide HOW you’d like to include them in your special day.
A Few Ideas For Your Dog’s Role At Your Wedding
- Recruit them as your “Flower Dog” & work with your florist to provide a special flower collar or flower leash
- Do a “First Look” with your pup before the ceremony
- Have your dog greet guests as they arrive
- Invite them to attend cocktail hour & mingle with their favorite people
Photo by: Lifelong Photography Studios
Check this blog post out for extra tips on including your dog in your wedding ceremony!
If they are your typical happy go lucky pup that’s down for an adventure & meeting new friends then likely they’d be a great fit for any part of the wedding festivities - whether that be walking down the aisle, greeting guests, attending cocktail hour or taking family photos.
That’s not to say that a dog with some “quirks”, if you will, can’t be a part of these activities, but you may just need to be a little more conscious of their exact role.
For example, you want your sweet dog to walk down the aisle with your wedding party but they are strong & known to pull on the leash. In this case, we’d recommend choosing someone that is comfortable & confident with them to walk them down.
If your dog gets anxious in big crowds or around people they don’t know very well, then you likely want them to head out before cocktail hour so as not to overwhelm them.
If you’ve given it a lot of thought & you come to the conclusion that your dog just wouldn’t be comfortable attending your wedding in any way, then don’t worry, we can still help you include them!
Check out our additional tips here on how to still incorporate them in the day, even if they can’t physically attend.
STEP 3: INFORM YOUR VENDORS
Photo by Hennessy Photo Co
Your vendors are there to make sure you have the best day ever! They work hard on the details of the day to make this happen which is why it’s so important to keep them in the loop that your dog will be at your wedding.
Not every vendor needs this information, but it’s important that you discuss it with your planner, photographer & venue.
It’s especially important to discuss with your venue, perhaps before even booking with one, to understand their pet policies. It would be the worst to find out later on that they have a strict no pets policy when you really wanted to have your dog as a part of your wedding day!
Your planner will want to add your dog’s part in the wedding day to your timeline & keep track of any important contact info, such as your wedding dog sitter.
Your photographer may suggest bringing your dog to your engagement session so they can get familiar with each other & the camera.
Click here if you want our tips on including your dog in your engagement photos!
STEP 4: HIRE A PROFESSIONAL WEDDING DOG HANDLER
Yes, this service actually exists!
You can hire a wedding pet attendant, or wedding dog sitter, to specifically take care of your pup at your wedding! This is hands down the best way to ensure that everything goes smoothly on your big day.
When you hire a professional wedding dog service they will plan every last detail with your pup’s needs in mind. They will likely coordinate with your vendors, as well, which can save you a lot of time & hassle.
When you enlist a reputable wedding pet care company, they will have the experience to be flexible on the wedding day & handle any situations that may arise. They will not only be pet professionals, but wedding & event professionals, too.
It’s also the best way to ensure you get those picture paw-fect photos with your pup without it becoming too overwhelming or time consuming on the day of!
If you’re not sure what pictures you should get with your dog on your wedding day, check out our recommendations here.
They will also handle one of the most difficult logistics that couples run into when planning their wedding dog care, which is round trip transportation! You wouldn’t want to ask someone to leave your wedding to bring your dog home, or even worse, ask someone that you didn’t invite to your wedding to handle this, so hiring a wedding pet care company means this stressful logistic will be taken care of.
A dog wedding chaperone service also means that your dog will be receiving constant love & care throughout the day & you won’t have to put that responsibility on anyone else. No need to ask your parents or a member of your wedding party to step into this role, it’s truly best to leave it to the professionals!
Here is more information on what you can expect from a wedding dog handler at your wedding!
STEP 5: PICK OUT THEIR ATTIRE
Photo by Carly K Photography
This is such a fun part of the planning process! A quick google search will pull lots of options for dog wedding attire so you’ll have a lot to work with.
If you want something basic & comfortable for your dog, Amazon is a great place to start. They have bandannas with sayings such as “I Do Too” or “My Humans Are Getting Married” as well as tuxedo bandanas that slip into a collar.
You’ll also be able to find tutu or dress options if your pup is up for that!
If you want something a little more custom, we recommend heading over to Etsy. You’ll find hundreds of options for custom tuxedo bandanas, full suits & flower collars that can all be custom made for your pet’s size & your specific wedding color palette.
Another option, custom or not, is a special harness or leash for the wedding day. Maybe a nice white rope leash or a harness with lace material.
We also love the idea of having a special tag made for your pup that says something like “Best Day Ever” or “Dog of Honor” with your wedding day. It will be such a special momento for you to hold onto!
An additional option is to work with your florist to create a custom fresh floral collar or leash. This is absolutely stunning in photos & gives your pup that extra special flair!
We love seeing greenery on leashes, too. It’s important that your florist makes note of your pup’s size so they can plan accordingly & it doesn’t hurt to remind them to avoid any flowers that may be toxic for dogs!
STEP 6: PLAN THE LOGISTICS OF THE DAY
If you opted to hire a pet wedding service then this step will be quite simple as they’ll walk you through every detail, but either way there will be some coordination to consider.
First of all, where will your pet be picked up & dropped off at on the wedding day? Ensure whoever is taking care of this has access to the locations ahead of time with a key or door/garage code.
Consider what time your pup should arrive at the venue.
Think back to what their role will be on your wedding day. If they’ll just be there to wish you good luck before the ceremony & take a few photos during your “First Look” then they won’t need to be on property for too long.
If they will be a part of the ceremony, you’ll want to plan their day with time on their side. You always have to remain flexible when it comes to animals so it’s best not to cut things too close. We recommend having your dog arrive at least an hour before the ceremony begins so they have time to get their sniffs in & energy out before guests begin arriving.
Hopefully you’ve already discussed this with your photographer, but if not now is the time to think about what photos you’d like them to be a part of.
If you are doing a “First Look” with your partner we highly recommend including your dog in some wedding photos right after this. If not, it may be best to try to have your dog near the top of your list for photos after the ceremony so as not to keep them anxious & waiting for too long!
STEP 7: PACK THEIR BAGS
Your dog will need a few supplies for their big adventure at your wedding so be sure to pack a bag for them!
Again, if you’ve hired a wedding day pet care company then they’ll likely bring a pack of supplies of their own for your dog, but it still doesn’t hurt to plan ahead.
Items to Include in Your Dog’s Wedding Day Bag
Leash, harness & collar with tags
Wedding pet attire
Poop bags
Water + Water bowl for car & bottle for walking around
Their favorite treats
A squeaky toy
Lint roller (we’re especially looking at you labs, huskies, shepherds, etc.)
A bed & seatbelt if they’ll be traveling in the car
First aid kit (just in case!)
Photo by Tara Tomlinson Photography
STEP 8: ENJOY YOUR (& Your Dog’s) BEST DAY EVER!
It’s finally here! Your special day! You’ve thought of it all & it’s time to relax & enjoy your best day ever!
Luckily you’ve taken the steps ahead of time to plan the wedding day for not only yourself, but for your dog, as well.
You’ve coordinated with your vendors, hired a plus-one for your dog & packed up everything they’ll need to make sure your pup is happy & comfortable on their big wedding adventure.
Your dog will be so grateful to be invited to celebrate this big moment with you & your loved ones. Not only will they get out of the house & explore a new environment (yay for new smells!) but they will be able to experience a moment unlike any other with all of their favorite people in one place celebrating the love of their parents!
Dogs are family & we get that. As long as you carefully consider the steps we’ve listed out there is no reason your wedding day won’t be your dog’s best day ever, too!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
FairyTail Pet Care is Your Dog’s Plus-One™.
They are the nation’s FIRST wedding pet care company. Founded in 2015 by two lifelong best friends they have included over 1000 pets in weddings! They have locations all throughout the state of Florida, as well as Las Vegas & Pittsburgh. They are available for travel worldwide & are currently awarding franchises throughout the country.
Learn more about the company that brings the paws-itivity to weddings by clicking here.
If you are looking to include your pet in your wedding day & are interested in learning more about wedding day pet care please click here to reach out to FairyTail Pet Care.
Why Do So Many Couples Want to Include Their Dog in Their Wedding?
We are asked often why couples incorporate their pups into their wedding. If you’re a dog person, then you already know the answer to this, but for those that might not fully understand what it is we do & why couples utilize our service, we’re here with some insight.
Couples including their dog in their wedding is nothing new necessarily, but in the past few years it has become much more popular.
We are asked often why couples incorporate their pups into their wedding. If you’re a dog person, then you already know the answer to this, but for those that might not fully understand what it is we do & why couples utilize our service, we’re here with some insight.
Photo credit: Marc Edwards Photographs
When we first started our “wedding day pet care” company in 2015, there was not one other business offering this service in the US.
(During our initial research way back when, we discovered just one company in Italy that seemed to be offering something similar to ours)
We were inspired while working in events at a hotel, realizing how many people wanted to have their dog as a part of their celebration, but the logistics of it all left them too overwhelmed to make it happen. We can’t tell you how many times we’ve heard someone say “I wish you were around when we got married!”.
We KNEW this was a thing, couples wanted their furry best friends to be a part of their day, but there were no solutions for how to get them to & from the venue, or for who would take responsibility for them or how to ensure Fido was well behaved around Mom’s beautiful white dress. That’s when the lightbulb went off.
WE could be the solution.
Photo credit: Cami Z Photography
We put our dream job into action when two close relatives were each set to be married within the same year. It all started to click when we made plans for their individual pups, one that was an older, gentle soul named Denver & the other a hyper, very excitable puppy named Harper.
We realized each wedding day would be different, each pet’s personality unique & their involvement in the day would vary.
When each respective wedding day rolled around, we were confronted with something we never could have fully anticipated; the IMPACT the pup’s presence would have on not only the couple, but on the bridal party, the guests & even the vendors!
Photo credit: Pezz Photo
Emotions on a wedding day are at an all time high - hope, excitement, fear of the unknown all wrapped up into this new & mysterious feeling. While the pup may not know exactly what this day represents - some are even adorably certain the day is about them - they do pick up on these emotions & it’s our experience, that they tend to just innately know exactly what it is we need.
We’ll never forget the moment before Harper walked down the aisle five years ago. You could feel the anticipation as the groom nervously awaited his bride, tears beginning to well up as the eyes of every guest rested on him, that is until his pup came strutting down. Harper made it a point to say “hello” to all of her friends, but saved the best for last when she was finally able to give a few much needed kisses to her Dad. It was a brief, but profound moment that brought an uncontrollable smile to everyone in the room.
And now that our sweet Denver has passed, the photos of him in his tuxedo looking so content with his Mom & Dad are irreplaceable & will help preserve precious memories for an eternity. Nothing can compare to the love that was shared on that special day & we are so grateful he was there to celebrate with the entire family.
You see, a dog is much more to many of us than just a pet.
They are FAMILY. They are our best friends.
One of the first questions we ask when meeting a new potential client is, “Did one of you bring your pup into the relationship or did you get them together?”. For so many, their dog was their first love, their baby. For others, they may have helped create an unbreakable bond that strengthened one’s relationship, leading to the realization they are in fact ready for the next step.
Photo credit: Ocean Bound Media
They bring an incomparable joy to the room, prompting us to slow down & simply live in the present moment. A tongue-out, tail-wagging reminder that we are exactly where we’re supposed to be.
Throughout all of life’s ups & downs, twists & turns, our pup’s unwavering love is always at our side, a lovable constant in an ever-changing world.
And, in our opinion, it’s exactly that kind of love should be brought to & recognized on one’s wedding day because, frankly, there is nothing else like it.
Photo credit: Monika Gauthier
