Wedding Cake Toppers with Pets: How to Include Your Dog (or Cat!) on Your Big Day
For many couples, pets aren’t “just animals” — they’re family. So it’s no surprise that one of the most popular requests we receive is for wedding cake toppers with pets.
If your dog or cat plays a huge part in your life, including them in your wedding cake topper is a beautiful way to celebrate your family exactly as it is. In this guide, we’ll show you how pets can be included, what to consider, and why personalised toppers with pets are so loved by UK couples.
Why Include Pets in Your Wedding Cake Topper?
Not every venue allows pets on the wedding day itself — but your cake topper always can.
A personalised wedding cake topper with your pet:
Personalised Wedding cake topper with cat and dog
Represents your real family
Adds personality and charm to your cake
Creates a meaningful keepsake you’ll treasure
Makes your cake photos extra special
Many couples tell us their pet-inclusive topper becomes one of their favourite wedding details.
How Pets Are Added to Wedding Cake Toppers
At TinyLove Wedding Cake Toppers, pets are sculpted by hand using reference photos, just like the bride and groom. This means we can capture:
Breed or markings
Fur colour and patterns
Size and pose (sitting, standing, lying down)
Little details like collars or bows
You can see a range of styles across our
👉 Wedding Cake Topper Categories page.
Dogs, Cats, Horses… and More!
While dogs and cats are the most common choice, we’ve also created toppers featuring:
Horses
Cows
Sheep
Multiple pets
Pets sitting between the couple
Pets at the couple’s feet
There’s no “right” way — it’s all about what feels most like you.
Popular Pet Wedding Cake Topper Ideas
Here are some ideas UK couples love:
🐾 Dog Sitting Between the Couple
Perfect for couples who treat their dog like their first baby.
🐾 Pet at the Bride’s Feet
A subtle and elegant way to include a furry friend.
🐾 Multiple Pets
Ideal if you have more than one dog or cat and want the whole family represented.
These designs pair beautifully with our
👉 Bride & Groom Cake Toppers styles.
Does Adding a Pet Affect the Price?
Including a pet does increase the cost slightly, as each animal is handmade and detailed individually.
Factors that affect price include:
number of pets
size and complexity
You can find clear information on costs and options on our
👉 Prices & Ordering page.
What Photos Are Needed for Pet Cake Toppers?
To get the best likeness, clear photos are helpful, especially showing:
face and markings
fur colour
any distinctive features
If you’re unsure what to send, our
👉 Wedding Cake Topper FAQ answers common questions and explains the process.
A Keepsake You’ll Treasure Forever
While your wedding day flies by, a personalised wedding cake topper with your pet lasts long after the cake is gone. Many couples display theirs at home as a reminder of their day — and of the pets who make their lives complete.
If including your dog or cat feels important to you, a bespoke topper is a meaningful way to do it.
Looking for a personalised wedding cake topper that includes your beloved pet?
Explore our designs and options on the Prices & Ordering page.