ABOUT THE GILDED LEAD

It’s more than having them there. It’s how they feel when they are.

There is no single way to include a dog in a wedding.

  • Some will walk the aisle.
  • Some will stay close during quieter moments.
  • Some will simply be present for a short, meaningful part of the day.

All of it matters.

At The Gilded Lead, we have consent
lead care and that begins by understanding your dog properly. Their personality, their routines, what settles them, and what doesn’t.

The bride picks up her dog at her wedding to give it a cuddle and big kiss!
Ann from The Gilded Lead taking care of two dogs during the wedding ceremony

Meet Ann...

The calm behind your day

With over 40 years of experience in consent-led grooming and animal behaviour. Ann's work is rooted in a deep understanding of how dogs think, feel, and respond to the world around them.

Her approach is quiet, intuitive, and deeply attentive. She has a natural ability to read each dog, responding to what they need in the moment rather than expecting them to fit into a plan.

This means your dog is never rushed, never overwhelmed, and never treated as an afterthought.

Instead, they are cared for with patience, understanding, and genuine warmth.

So you can enjoy your day, knowing they are exactly where they should be.

Instead, they are cared for with patience, understanding, and genuine warmth.

So you can enjoy your day, knowing they are exactly where they should be.

Our Promise...

We honour the connection you share.

Every decision is guided by your dog’s comfort, your peace of mind, and the feeling you want your day to hold.

Nothing forced.
Nothing overlooked.
Experience you can rely on.

Not Sure?

If you’re unsure what this could look like, we will guide you through it.

A beautifully groomed dog