Pets at Weddings with Yarra Valley Pet Resort
The best way to have your dog at your wedding in the Yarra Valley & surrounds
Explore Rooms & Book →At Yarra Valley Pet Resort, we believe weddings are about celebrating love, family and all the special bonds in your life – and that includes your pets. Our dedicated Pets at Weddings service ensures your furry friend can be part of your big day without the stress of managing the details yourself.
From the moment we pick up your pet to the final photos, our team provides caring, professional support so your dog feels comfortable and cared for. With our pet wedding packages, you can relax knowing everything from grooming to transport and ceremony assistance is taken care of – leaving you free to enjoy every precious moment.
Wedding Package - Your Inclusions
Our Wedding Package is $449 for one dog and includes:
Grooming for the Big Day
A hydro bath and blow dry so your dog looks and feels their very best
Safe & Comfortable Transport
Pick-up and drop-off within 15km of the resort
Dedicated Handler Care
A professional handler by your pet’s side for a minimum of three hours
Ceremony & Photo Assistance
Support during the ceremony and photos, coordinating with your wedding team, photographer and celebrant
On-the-Day Comforts
Water, treats and brushing provided to keep your pet calm, comfortable and happy, with any little accidents tidied discreetly
Optional Extras
Customise your package with added support for multiple dogs, outfit hire, extended transport beyond 15km, or boarding to give your pet a restful stay before or after the celebration
How our Pets at Weddings Package Works
Step 1: Planning Together
We’ll chat with you before the wedding to understand your vision, confirm your pet’s needs, and coordinate with your photographer and celebrant.
Step 2: Grooming & Preparation
Your dog will enjoy a relaxing hydro bath and blow dry so they look and feel their best for the big day.
Step 3: Safe Transport
We’ll collect your pet from your chosen location and transport them safely to the wedding venue.
Step 4: Ceremony & Photos
Our handler will stay by your dog’s side, offering care, treats and cuddles while helping them shine in photos and be part of the celebration.
Step 5: Loving Care & Return
Once the celebrations wind down, we’ll ensure your pet is safely returned home or back to the resort if you’ve chosen accommodation with us.
Wedding FAQs
For safety reasons, we don’t walk dogs down the aisle, but we’ll work closely with your celebrant and photographer to make sure they’re involved in a way that’s comfortable for them.
Yes, we have a small range of pet outfits available for hire ($15 per pet, per day).
Yes, extended transport outside the 15km range is available – pricing is provided on request.
Weddings can be busy and noisy, so we always put your pet’s wellbeing first. Our handlers are experienced in reading dog behaviour and will step aside with them for breaks whenever needed.
While our handlers provide constant care and support, we cannot guarantee a dog’s behaviour in unfamiliar surroundings. Large crowds, new environments and loud noises can affect your pet behaviour but our handlers are experts in reading dog behaviour and will do their best to keep them calm and comfortable throughout proceedings.
We always put safety and wellbeing first. For this reason, we reserve the right to decline a booking if, at our discretion, a dog is considered unsuitable for the wedding environment.
Absolutely, additional dogs can be catered for with an extra handler at an additional fee – pricing is provided on request.
Services after 5pm incur a 15% surcharge.
Of course. Many couples choose to add a night or two of accommodation at our resort so their pet can rest in comfort before or after the big day.
Unfortunately, we do not offer wedding services on public holidays.