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Supplier Spotlight – Walk & Woof Dog Wedding Chaperone

Ask our Expert – Jade Mullen

Owner of Walk and Woof Dog Services Jade Mullen, offers a wealth of experience in dog training and dog walking which she has enjoyed over the last 5 years.

Jade says ‘Dogs are not just my job; they are my passion. I have experience with a variety of dog breeds and sizes, so rest assured your precious pooch will be in safe hands.

Jade also specializes as a Dog wedding chaperone, offering a bespoke service which is completely tailored to each couple’s requirements. Jade ensures your precious pooch can be part of your wedding day, without any stress or worry, making your wedding dreams a reality.

Range of Services offered by Walk and Woof

Professional advice, guidance and support during the run up to your big day.

Transportation for your dog, to and from the venue to your chosen location (if required).

An in-person meeting to chat about your wedding plans and to get to know your pooch, helping them feel comfortable and at ease with Jade prior to your wedding day.

On the wedding day Jade will arrive 30 minutes prior to your booked time to walk your pooch ahead of your ceremony. This will rid any excitable energy, so they are happy and calm ready to be part of your big day.

Jade will brush and accessorise your pooch ready for their pictures ensuring they look pawfect.

Liaison with your Photographer and Videographer ensuring they get the best footage of you and your pooch.

Spending quality time with your pooch, enjoying adventures so they can explore and unwind after their busy day. If they are staying onsite, your pooch will enjoy some playtime and relaxation with belly tickles and cuddles to help them feel at ease and as stress free as possible. Jade can also feed your dog prior to leaving the venue to ensure your pooch is settled and happy for the night.

(Packages can be tailored to suit your specific requirements and you can decide on how long you would like Jade to stay with your dog.)

Why Couples should hire a Dog Chaperone?

Jade highlights the top reasons why couples use her services on their wedding day:

1. A perfect wedding for all the family

Why shouldn’t they be involved, after all, they are an important member of the family too!

Making memories with your precious pooch by your side on the best day of your life is just magical. A dog chaperone ensures you get the most out of having your four-legged best friend involved in your wedding day without you having to worry about them.

Credit – Never Ending Stories Photography

Featuring – Alfie & Dennis

2. Takes the pressure off family and friends so they can enjoy your wedding day

By hiring a dog chaperone, you and your guests can all enjoy the wedding day celebrations, with the peace of mind that your pooch is happy and fully cared for by a fully insured professional.

Relying on friends and family is a big ask and will take them away from parts of your wedding day. Jade will ensure the dog is prepped and ready to be where they are required at any time of the day and will care for the dog both before and after the ceremony.

Credit – Dan Clark Photography

Featuring – Benji

3. Guidance and support for a VIP Job

You can involve them in your wedding ceremony as a ring bearer, flower girl, or dog of honour. Jade will provide helpful advice on the best ways to do this.

Your pooch can also be part of your drinks reception to say hello to all your guests. Jade will ensure your dog is walked and rested in between their important wedding duties.

Credit – Amelia Jane Photography
Featuring – Rosie

4. Stress Free Pooches

A dog wedding chaperone treats your pooches like a VIP. They ensure dogs are stress free, comfortable, walked, fed and enjoying your wedding day just as much as you.

Jade ensures they are walked, ready and well rested prior and in-between their duties, so they are calm, relaxed and as stress free as possible.

Credit – Dan Clark Photography
Featuring – Benji

5. Picture Pawfect Photos & Videos

A dog wedding chaperone ensures you get the best footage of your pooch by helping them to stay calm and relaxed. Jade will liaise with your photographer and videographer to be sure you get those all important wedding snaps.

Jade will ensure the dog is groomed and dressed in their wedding attire. She will also capture precious behind the scenes moments and what your pooches get up to on their adventures during your wedding day.

Credit – Amelia Jane Photo
Featuring – Rosie

6. Help you plan your perfect day

Jade can support you with your wedding planning journey ensuring you get the most out of your magical day with your precious pooch by your side. An in-person meeting will be arranged to meet you and your dog ahead of the big day and discuss all your ideas and requirements, managing expectation.

Credit – David Johnson Wedding photography

Featuring – Cooper & Oakley

If you are planning your dream wedding and searching for your perfect dog friendly Wedding Venue in Northumberland, book your viewing appointment to come and explore everything Ellingham Hall has to offer!

A Tail with a Happy Ending!

David & Deborah Stubbs

Tuesday 1st Feb 2022

When David and Deborah Stubbs were planning their wedding, they needed a dog friendly wedding venue that would welcome a special guest, their German shepherd, Loki.

Apart from enjoying the beautiful grounds, their four legged friend also had a very important job to do: he was to be the couple’s ring bearer.

“We instantly knew Ellingham Hall was the perfect venue for us and when we were told it was also pet friendly, there was nowhere else for us,” says Deborah. Loki did them proud as he carried out his duties down the aisle without any drama…

Notes from the Bride

DEBORAH SAYS….

What was the response to Loki?

“I think everyone was shocked! He is such an important part of our life and like a child, so to have him at our wedding was amazing. Our family was over the moon that he was there, too. Everyone was impressed with him as he is so well behaved. No one knew until the ceremony about Loki being a ring bearer until he was introduced!”

What were your venue requirements?

“We wanted somewhere we could have exclusively. That limited our choices and Ellingham Hall was only the second place we visited, but we knew it felt right straight away. We were advised to visit other venues, which we did, but none of them compared to Ellingham Hall.”

Why is exclusivity important?

“I didn’t like the idea of seeing other wedding parties. I’ve been to weddings where you get mingled in with other wedding parties and I just didn’t like the atmosphere. Having the venue, the night before and for the day of the wedding made it more perfect. The first night gave everyone time to get to know each other. It meant everyone was relaxed on the day of the wedding as they had already caught up or got to know each other. It meant the day of the wedding was focused on the ceremony… it was really nice.

What did your guests think?

“They loved it. I got asked many times during the day how we’d found the venue. There were so many compliments about Ellingham Hall, it’s just stunning. We are from Stockton, which is about two hours drive, so the fact everyone could stay over, too, meant it wasn’t too much travelling in one day for our guests, who are from the same area.”

Did you honeymoon?

“I’m a full time student so couldn’t take time off, but we stayed in a hotel nearby for one night and then went to some cabins. The honeymoon will happen after I graduate. We don’t know where yet, maybe the Maldives.