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Happy Bark & Tails
Concierge wedding dog care with travel-ready, boutique service
NJ, New Jersey
About
Happy Bark & Tails is a family-owned business led by Madeline and Gabriel, with Juan also part of the team. Founded after their own search for trustworthy pet care, the company has intentionally stayed small so clients always know who is caring for their dog. Their background blends hospitality-minded service with years of hands-on pet care, which shows up in the polished, attentive experience they bring to weddings.
How It Works
Happy Bark & Tails meets each couple and dog before the wedding to build trust and create a tailored plan for the day. They coordinate with the venue and vendor team in advance, handle transportation, dressing, exercise, feeding, potty breaks, and ceremony timing, and stay focused on keeping your dog comfortable and on schedule. If needed, they also provide care before or after the wedding so your dog's routine stays covered beyond the main event.
M-F: 9am – 6pm, Sat – Sun: 9am – 2pm
Services & Capabilities
What Sets Them Apart
- Boutique team that does not outsource wedding-day care to third parties
- Creates photo galleries from the dog's point of view as part of the experience
- Coordinates directly with planners, venues, photographers, and other vendors ahead of the wedding
- Uses a safety-equipped Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van for pet transportation
- Offers pre- and post-wedding boarding or pet sitting alongside event-day handling
Pricing
Get in Touch ↓Wedding pet attendant services start at $699, with customized planning available for each couple. Additional pet sitting, boarding, and destination-event support can be added based on your timeline and travel needs.
Royal Dog of Honor
Starting at $699Signature wedding service including attire and styling, transportation to the venue, aisle escorting, snacks, potty breaks, on-leash exercise, photo coverage from the dog's point of view, and venue coordination.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a dog wedding attendant?
A wedding dog attendant is a pet care professional who handles your dog during a wedding or special event. Happy Bark & Tails cares for, dresses, transports, and photographs your dog so they can be included in the celebration without adding stress for the couple.
What if my dog gets excited easily?
They customize their approach for each dog and plan ahead for busy wedding environments. The team handles excited dogs by creating a tailored itinerary and keeping them managed so they can participate without disrupting attire or key moments.
Do you provide transportation?
Yes. Transportation is included in all wedding attendant packages. Dogs are transported in a Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van equipped with safety gear, including seat belts and a crate, with alternate arrangements available for dogs who dislike crates.
What if the venue isn't dog-friendly?
They will contact the venue to understand its policies and look for workable options. If the venue remains strict, they help create alternate plans so your dog can still be included in photos or other parts of the wedding day.
What does your insurance cover?
Their insurance may help provide venues with added assurance because they assume responsibility for the dog. They also use that flexibility to work with venues on an acceptable plan for including the pet.
My dog is nuts! Can you help me?
Yes. They always conduct an in-home meet-and-greet consultation to get to know the dog and build a customized plan so the pet can thrive on the wedding day.
Can care for my dog after the wedding?
Yes. They offer post-wedding care and can discuss those options when you inquire.
Are you LGBTQ friendly?
Absolutely. They state that they are passionate about welcoming and serving all couples.
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