Venue – Ensure you book a dog friendly wedding venue. Many venues allow dogs in the grounds for photographs however if you wish to include your dog in the ceremony you must seek agreement from the venue and registrar too.
Expectations – Is your dog excitable, nervous, boisterous or obedient? Ensure your dog has the right temperament to cope with all the attention. Weddings are stressful and overwhelming – if you would like them to play a specific role in your day, think carefully about how it will work to avoid any anxiety. Chuck tails are an experienced chaperone and can advise how best to include your pet best friend into your big day.
Strengths – Make sure your plan incorporates your dog’s primary strengths. What does your dog do best? If they ‘sit’, it may be good to have your dog sitting still during the ceremony or photographs. If they are restless, they may faithfully run down the aisle to deliver the rings and be caught at the other end!
Noise – Involve your dog in the ceremony and photographs but maybe not the reception. They are noisy and can be overwhelming.
Wedding attire – If you would like your dog to wear a special accessory or flowers, make sure it is safe and comfortable. Remember certain flowers or foliage can be poisonous to dogs so you must check!
Guests – Consider telling guests that your dog is attending your big day in case they have allergies or fear them! Maybe add this to your ‘save the date’ or invitation. And tell your dog chaperone so they can keep them away from any worried guests.
Photographer – Let your photographer know that your dog will be at your wedding, so they are prepared, and you can plan fun ideas for photos and make the most of your dog’s appearance!
Embrace the chaos – If your dog rebels on the big day, remember theses frustrations are the crazy stories told for years to come!
Chaperone – You can focus on having a fabulous time without worrying about juggling dog duty by using Chuck Tails!

By having a Dog chaperone present at your wedding it means you have absolute peace of mind that someone is focused solely on your pets. Chuck tails is fully insured including public liability & canine first aid trained so would be responsible on your big day to make sure everyone including your dogs are safe and happy! See my reviews for feedback from couples who have used my services.

There is no expectation from myself to be provided a meal on your day. I can bring my own food. However if you are providing all supplier meals then that is appreciated! (please ask for supplier meal - most venues will provide this)

Chuck tails does not provide home boarding but offers a more unique service of a Home Stay where by the dog sitter stays at your home with your dog as part of the gold wedding package. This is the most popular wedding package as it enables your pet to fully at ease and to be at home for when you have finished your wedding celebrations!

Yes, as part of the home stay we keep your dogs routine so if that includes them sleeping in the bed with us then we are more then happy for them to jump in for cuddles!

Yes Chuck tails can look after intact dogs

A preservice visit is required before any service can be commenced to get to know your pets needs and personality. The only time I will refuse to look after a dog is if I feel they are going to hurt me, or themselves.

At any home stay I will happily sleep on a sofa or blow up bed if there is not a spare bedroom. Everyone’s homes are different and I do not judge, my only interest is looking after your pet and making sure they are kept happy and healthy.