Japanese couples enlist pet dogs as canine 'witnesses' in marriage ceremonies

[Jazzy]

Japanese brides and grooms are enlisting their pet dogs to act as canine witnesses in wedding ceremonies.

The Yokohama Kokusai Hotel just outside Tokyo is offering couples a dog wedding package enabling their beloved pets to play an active role in marital ceremonies.



The bride and groom's dog is able to carry the rings up the aisle and then seal documents with their pawprints as part of the pet-friendly wedding.



The dog is also able to indulge in some pre-ceremony pampering, with washes and shampoos on offer, along with the optional provision of wedding outfits coordinated with their owners.



Tapping into the nation's love of all things canine-related, a professional dog trainer takes care of the pets throughout the ceremony, which is organised in conjunction with a local pet event company.



The dog recognises the marriage by sealing documents with its paws, a spokesman for the hotel told the Telegraph.



Full story: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/wor...-canine-witnesses-in-marriage-ceremonies.html

 

[Evil Eye]

Well, if they're allowed to testify... why not?

 

[Jazzy]

As much as love my dogs, I wouldn't want them at my wedding ceremony. They both hate to have any type of clothing on them and they would be ripping each others clothes off. Plus, Louie likes to mark his territory by peeing.