Special Event Pet Care

Your pet belongs in the moment, too.

Professional, on-site pet handling for weddings, family reunions, engagement sessions, and corporate events—so your best friend stays safe, calm, and included while you enjoy the day.

For liability reasons, Lacy does not transport animals. Please arrange for a trusted friend or family member to bring your pet to and from the venue. Final pricing depends on event location, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific behavioral needs.

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On-site event services

The Wedding Day Chaperone

Complete, end-to-end support for couples who want their dog included in the ceremony or portraits.

Arrival & Departure Coordination: Coordinating the handoff with the trusted friend or family member who brings your pet to and from the venue.
Ceremony & Aisle Management: Lining up with the wedding party, managing the walk down the aisle, and holding the leash during the vows.
Photo Shoot Assistant: Using high-value treats and sounds to help your dog look toward the camera for portraits.
On-Site Comfort Care: Managing feeding, water, potty breaks, shade, and calm time away from loud music.

Proposal & Engagement Session Assistant

Thoughtful support for surprise proposals and professional multi-location photo sessions.

Surprise Proposal Coordination: Coordinating care once a trusted friend or family member brings your dog to the location, until the moment they are ready to appear.
Wardrobe & Prop Management: Dressing your pet in a tuxedo, floral collar, bow tie, or approved prop right before photos.
Post-Shoot Hand-Off: Handing your dog back to the trusted friend or family member who will take them home after their scenes are finished.

Milestone Party & Corporate Event Concierge

On-site handling for family reunions, retirement parties, and pet-friendly corporate activations.

Guest Interaction Supervision: Managing your pet around crowds, children, and catering staff to help prevent food stealing or jumping.
Designated Safe Zone Setup: Creating a quiet, enclosed rest area with your pet’s crate or bed away from the noise.

Safety and comfort come first

Event-ready pets are a must

Every event booking requires a Meet & Greet and event-readiness assessment before the date is confirmed.

Your pet must be comfortable with Lacy and able to be safely handled in a busy setting.
A Meet & Greet and event-readiness assessment are required before booking.
Your pet must be healthy, current on vaccines, and comfortable with Lacy.
For liability reasons, a trusted friend or family member must bring your pet to and from the venue; Lacy does not transport animals.

Post-event extended care

Wedding Night Overnights

Standard pet sitting at your home or hotel after venue care ends, so you do not have to leave the reception early to care for your dog.

A calm plan, from arrival to goodbye

Your event is the priority. Your pet’s needs still come first.

Lacy coordinates care around the moments that matter, giving your pet a trusted handler and you one less moving part to manage. Event care is tailored to the venue, schedule, pet, and people involved.

Serving Stafford County and surrounding Northern Virginia communities. Travel needs are confirmed with your personalized quote.

Simple starting points

Estimated service packages

These ranges are a starting point. A personalized quote is confirmed after we understand your timeline, venue, travel needs, pets, and care plan.

Package	What’s included	Estimated price
The “Short & Sweet” Photo Session	Up to 2 hours of on-site handling, arrival and departure coordination, photo styling, and basic care during engagement or family photo sessions.	$500
The Ceremony Essential	Up to 4 hours of care, covering arrival and departure coordination, aisle-walking coordination, family photo support, and a post-ceremony hand-off to your trusted driver.	$800
The Full Day VIP Experience	Up to 6–8 hours of continuous on-site care, including coordination across the ceremony, cocktail hour, extended photo sessions, and dinner-time feeding and potty needs.	$1,500
Add-On: Post-Event Overnight Care	Up to 10 hours of in-home pet sitting beginning right after the event concludes, keeping your dog safe until the next morning.	$250 flat-rate add-on

Event pet care questions

What types of events can my pet attend?

Event care is available for weddings, proposals, engagement sessions, family reunions, milestone celebrations, and pet-friendly corporate events. Reach out with your plans so we can discuss the right fit.

Can you help my dog walk down the aisle?

Yes. Ceremony and aisle management can include helping your dog line up with the wedding party, manage the aisle walk, and stay safely handled during the vows.

Can you transport my pet to or from the venue?

No. For liability reasons, Lacy does not transport animals. Please arrange for a trusted friend or family member to bring your pet to the venue and take them home or to their hotel after their event responsibilities are complete.

How is pricing determined?

Final pricing is based on event length, travel distance, number of pets, the level of coordination needed, and your pet’s behavioral needs. The package ranges on this page are estimates.

Let’s make a plan for your pet’s big moment.

Tell Lacy about your date, venue, timeline, pets, and the moments you want them included in. She’ll help you create a calm, safe plan that works around your event.

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