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On Hitched.co.uk since 2026
Last update: June 2026
Based in Corby, Northamptonshire, Take the lead - Dog Chaperone is a boutique wedding dog chaperone service led by Rachel, a canine professional with over 30yrs experiance. Her background spans a prestigious show and breeding kennels, advanced rescue rehabilitation, grooming and dedicated care of dogs with complex needs. This depth of expertise allows her to support dogs with a calm and confident presence that couples instantly trust.
What sets Rachel apart is her vision-led, fully bespoke approach. Every couple shares their vision of how they would love their dog/s to be part of their day, and Rachel brings that vision to life, with care, creativity and precision. whether its a gentle entrance, confident ring bearer moment or relaxed, natural photos, she ensures each moment reflects the couple's style.
To elevate the experience further, Rachel offers beautiful personalised touches, including custom bandanns, elegant collars and leads, bow ties, collar flowers, tuxedos and personalised ring bearer boxes.
From morning walks and pre-ceremony preparation to aisle assistance, photo co-ordination and chauffeuring, every element is handled seamlessly. Rachel blends luxury service with genuine compassion, ensuring each dog feels relaxed, safe and beautifully supported throughout the day.
She takes the stress away so everyone can enjoy the day!
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With over 30yrs of hands on experience working with dogs, i bring a calm, confident and welfere led approuch to every wedding i support.
ive spent my whole career working with dogs in breeding and show kennels, to rescue dogs with complex behaviours to hand rearing litters of pup, im also a qualified groomer, ive spent decades caring for dogs of vevery size, temperament and background.
Weddings can be overwhelming for dogs, with new people, new smells and busy enviroments, but this is where i come in,i understand canine body language, stress signals, and how to keep dogs calm and happy in busy, emotional settings. whether your dog is confident, nernous, excitable or a total diva, i tailor everything to them,from pre wedding day groom to morning walks, to helping your photographer get dog inclusive photos to ring bearing duties, i make sure your dog is part of your day without you having to worry for a single mommet. I take the stress away so you can all enjoy your day!