Weddings With a Fellow Barker

Your faithful companion has watched your love story unfold. Let them be part of its most beautiful chapter – with professional, loving care that lets you focus on saying "I do."

A beautiful black lab with a collar of bridal flowers looks directly at the camera.
A chocolate lab at a wedding holds hands with the groom.
A very happy groodle poses with their parents - the bride and groom - on their wedding day.
The groom at his wedding pats a very happy, chocolate labradoodle.
A golden retriever lays on the beach surrounded by the bridal party, getting pats from the bride - absolutely thrilled.

Meet Your Wedding Day Pet Attendant

Rina pats a fluffy labradoodle before their big moment

Hi, I'm Rina Barker - the founder, handler, and heart behind Mrs Barker's Pet Services.

I help couples include their beloved dogs in life's most meaningful moments.

I'm a certified pet care professional with training in dog handling and pet first aid, and I bring a calm, considered approach to every event. Every dog is different, so I tailor their involvement to suit their needs, always keeping their comfort and wellbeing in mind.

Alongside running Mrs Barker's, I also spend part of my week working at a local dog daycare. This keeps me hands-on with dogs of all sizes, personalities, and quirks, and helps me confidently support dogs in busy, high-energy environments like weddings.

If you're dreaming of having your dog involved in your wedding day and want experienced, thoughtful support, I'd love to help. It's a privilege to be trusted with such a special role.

The Mrs Barker's team poses with a golden retriever and a husky at a wedding.
A very handsome golden retriever with a tuxedo collar sticks his tongue out.
A candid film photo of Rina taking a dog around the wedding to meet the guests.

Your dog wants to celebrate with you

Weddings

Include your furry best friend in the most important day of your life.

Marriage Proposals

Planning a special proposal? I can help your dog be part of the big moment.

Engagement Photos

Celebrate your engagement with your pup - I’ll keep them happy and picture-ready.

Starting from $550

Wedding Service

Mix and match to your heart's content.

Handsome Golden Retriever

Whether you’re after a few sweet snaps with your pup or want them by your side from the aisle to the dance floor. We offer a range of options for your wedding day to tailor your experience to your exacting specifications.

  • Pre-Wedding Meet & Greet.
    A relaxed catch-up to meet your pup, hear all about your vision, and plan the perfect timeline for their big moment.
  • Wedding Rehearsal Support.
    We’ll join your rehearsal to walk through their role and help them feel confident and calm in a new environment.
  • Pet Chauffeur Service.
    Safe and comfortable transport to and from the venue - so you have one less thing to coordinate.
  • Pre-Ceremony Walk.
    We'll take them for a walk before the event to burn off any extra energy and keep them relaxed.
  • Treats, Water & Cleanup Provided.
    Keeping your dog hydrated, rewarded, and accident-free throughout the day.
  • Light Grooming Touch-Up.
    A gentle brush and spritz of dog cologne to make sure they look and smell their best.
  • Stylish Attire Options.
    Choose from bow ties, flower collars, leads and more to suit your wedding vibe, or we can dress them in your own chosen outfit.
  • Wedding Day Handling & Support.
    Whether we walk them down the aisle or coordinate a hand-off to your chosen person, we make sure everything runs smoothly.
  • Paw Print Keepsake.
    A sweet memory to treasure - a paw print in your guest book or a special card from your dog.
  • Photo Paw-sistant.
    We help pose your pup and hold their attention so your photographer captures those perfect moments.
  • Pet Sitting Options.
    Overnight or day-before care at home so your dog is relaxed, safe, and well-looked after while you focus on your celebration.

Send through an enquiry to get started.

Attire Hire

Big Day Best

You've got a lot on your plate, so we've got your pups fit covered. Choose from a range of accessories so your furry friend(s) are dressed to the nines and ready for their close-up.

Coloured Leads

A pop of colour walking down the aisle, sure to crack a smile.

Four silicon dog leads of various colours, nicely arranged on a stone benchtop.

Leather Leads & Collars

It's giving eleganza extravaganza.

Six leather dog leads and collars with brass/gold highlights, lined up side by side on a wooden tabletop.

Patterned Bowties

They're fancy and fun, all at once.

Six dog bowties of various multicolour patterns arranged on a wooden tabletop.

Formal Bowties

You can't go wrong with a timeless look - for pups with class.

Four formal dog bowties in block colours - two pink and two black - arranged on a wooden tabletop.

Make an Enquiry

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What customers are saying

Georgia Sholly avatar

Georgia Sholly

Cannot recommend this service enough. Rina was so easy to work with and gave us one less thing to worry about for our wedding. She thought of everything and was so prepared for the day. She managed our dog, Louie, so well, was really helpful getting him to be present in photos and was so friendly with our guests. Just a lovely person who does such a great job.

Carla avatar

Carla

My boy George is high maintenance with diabetes and is blind and deaf, he needs a lot of care and Rina was amazing with him, I can’t recommend her enough.

Bridie avatar

Bridie

We couldn’t recommend Rina enough! She took care of our beautiful Labrador Koda on our wedding day, it made it extra special to have him there with us for the ceremony and family photos. She kept him so calm, hydrated and he didn’t want to leave her side all day, he definitely approved and made a new friend! It was honestly the best decision of the whole wedding process to choose Rina to look after our boy, as we didn’t have to worry about him at all knowing he was in great hands and meant we could truly enjoy our wedding day. Thank you again, you’re amazing at what you do!! 🐾

Jodie avatar

Jodie

Our beautiful Miss Molly had a fabulous time being very well looked after by Rina (Mrs Barker). We were provided with regular updates and knew that our girl was being spoiled whilst we were away! Thank you Rina we've recommended you to all our friends and will definitely use your services again.

Natalie avatar

Natalie

Rina looked after my Riley for two nights while I was away for my wedding and she was AMAZING.I don’t trust many people to watch Riley but as soon as I met Rina and saw how she interacted with her, I was instantly reassured. She sent us lots of updates which really showed how much she cared.

Maylan G  avatar

Maylan G

I am so happy I hired Rina to take care of boy, Nudge on our wedding day! Nudge is an anxious border collie but you could tell he felt comfortable with Rina and she knew exactly how to make him feel good on the day! I couldn't recommend Rina enough when it comes to wanting to leave your fur baby in good hands!

Sue avatar

Sue

I just want to let you know Rina is just the BEST and my two dogs Bella and Charly really love her. Rina is so understanding of weather conditions, relates appropriately and changes schedules as necessary. I don't believe there would be anyone else I could trust with my 2 beloved 4 leggeds. I would recommend Rina to all genuine persons who care about their pets like me and Rina's care and passion.

Karen Reyes avatar

Karen Reyes

The BEST pet sitter! Rina and Tyler handled our 5 fur babies during our wedding and I couldn’t thank them enough. They made sure that they are comfortable and well taken care with lots of treats and water. They were professional and treated our fur babies like their own. Thank you so much for taking care of Maya, Mochi, Dango, Kobe and Benji! We highly recommend Mrs Barker’s to any of our family and friends or to anyone looking for a pet sitter.

Shernie avatar

Shernie

Rina is so amazing! My golden Chester and Dalmatian Ruby love her! We are so grateful for the amount of times she’s had our doggos while we are away and we can’t wait until she has them for our wedding. She is one of a kind.

Alyse avatar

Alyse

Rina was absolutely amazing with our dog, Chin Chin on our wedding day. She took such good care of her, brought her safely to the church, and even captured the sweetest photos that we’ll treasure forever. I was feeling so nervous on the way to the ceremony, but seeing CC there instantly put me at ease. It truly made the day feel complete. We’re so grateful for Rina's warmth, professionalism, and genuine love for animals. Highly recommend her to anyone wanting their furry friend to be part of their special day!!

Trish avatar

Trish

We could not have been happier with the care that Mrs Barker’s provided to our two dogs while we went overseas. Rina went above and beyond and Brook and Teddy were so loved and looked after. Can’t speak or recommend Mrs Barker's highly enough!

Nicole Barcham avatar

Nicole Barcham

Rina was absolutely amazing! To the lead up of the day & the big day itself. Our furbaby Nelson felt so comfortable around her & she treated him like he was her own! She did everything we asked & more! It was very important to us to have Nelson there on our big day & it wouldn’t have been possible without Rina’s help! We couldn’t recommend her enough!!

Micah Reyes avatar

Micah Reyes

Amazing and incredible pet sitter goes to Rina! She is one of the most amazing and reliable Pet sitter, she was able to take care of our fur babies with no issues, she took care of my Django and Mochi and Benji and Kobe, it looks like it was handful to handle 4 dogs but she able to managed it with smile on her face! So blessed to be able to have found her, thank you Rina, you were amazing I have been recommending you to my friends and family.

Sian avatar

Sian

Rina is professional, reliable and patient. She was dog approved in the first meeting as my very shy dog allowed a belly rub after only a few minutes, something that takes her usually a long time to be comfortable with. My 2 dogs were looked after very well. Highly recommend Rina.

Shirley Li avatar

Shirley Li

Thank you Rina for making our wedding so special by helping us incorporating our dogs into the ceremony. You are so professional and you made the dogs feel so comfortable. I know they are a handful but you made it seem so effortless! It was so nice they were able to walk down the aisle during the ceremony! Highly recommend Rina!

Hannah Burrows avatar

Hannah Burrows

Rina took care of our much loved puppy Lucy while we got married, and we couldn't have been happier with her services! She helped me surprise my (now) husband with Lucy during photos, kept a great handle on Lucy while she was at the wedding, and then stayed with Lucy overnight while we were away from home. We're pretty nervous dog parents to a pretty nervous dog, but we were so reassured when we saw Rina interact with Lucy: she was calm, controlled, and Lucy was obviously very comfortable. Can't recommend Rina more!

Venus Marie avatar

Venus Marie

Professional, friendly, and a true animal lover! Rina was our wonderful pet chaperone for our wedding in January 2021 and I cannot speak highly enough of her! She was fantastic with our two dogs, and they quickly became fond of her. The process to book Rina's services was simple and thorough - we appreciated that she took an extra day prior to the day of the wedding to meet with us and our pups to make sure we all vibed, and even took them on a walk so they could get comfortable with her. On the day she was armed with snacks, and played a pivotal role in getting our pups' attention so we could get the pur-fect photos! She transported them from our home, to the ceremony location, AND back home, making sure they were fed, their water bowl was full, and they were comfortable at home for the night before she left. We can't thank Rina enough, and would recommend her to anyone who's looking for a pet chaperone, or any of her other services!

Katherine Webb-Johnson avatar

Katherine Webb-Johnson

Rina was amazing from the start to the end! We did meet and greet before the big day and I immediately felt like I can trust her with my dogs. They love her too! On our wedding day, Rina took care of our dogs from picking them up, dressing them in their little dresses, and making sure they had water and of course treats. I am so thankful to have found her. Everything went so smoothly. Highly recommend!!!

Danielle Luisa avatar

Danielle Luisa

Rina was absolutely amazing and such a big help on our day! So responsive in the lead up and really helpful to also offer a meet & greet in the lead up. On the day Rina did the best job taking care of our 2yo groodle Rosie, helping her meet all the guests, remain comfortable during the ceremony and be present for our photos afterwards. We didn’t have to worry about making sure Rosie had treats and water as Rina took care of that and it helped everything run so seamlessly on our big day. We are so grateful for Rina being there, thank you!

Emily avatar

Emily

Rina was so great with Zayli and Oakley and I was completely confident going away and knowing they were in amazing hands. We are looking forward to having Rina take care of our fur babies again in the future.

Georgia Sholly avatar

Georgia Sholly

Cannot recommend this service enough. Rina was so easy to work with and gave us one less thing to worry about for our wedding. She thought of everything and was so prepared for the day. She managed our dog, Louie, so well, was really helpful getting him to be present in photos and was so friendly with our guests. Just a lovely person who does such a great job.

Carla avatar

Carla

My boy George is high maintenance with diabetes and is blind and deaf, he needs a lot of care and Rina was amazing with him, I can’t recommend her enough.

Bridie avatar

Bridie

We couldn’t recommend Rina enough! She took care of our beautiful Labrador Koda on our wedding day, it made it extra special to have him there with us for the ceremony and family photos. She kept him so calm, hydrated and he didn’t want to leave her side all day, he definitely approved and made a new friend! It was honestly the best decision of the whole wedding process to choose Rina to look after our boy, as we didn’t have to worry about him at all knowing he was in great hands and meant we could truly enjoy our wedding day. Thank you again, you’re amazing at what you do!! 🐾

Jodie avatar

Jodie

Our beautiful Miss Molly had a fabulous time being very well looked after by Rina (Mrs Barker). We were provided with regular updates and knew that our girl was being spoiled whilst we were away! Thank you Rina we've recommended you to all our friends and will definitely use your services again.

Natalie avatar

Natalie

Rina looked after my Riley for two nights while I was away for my wedding and she was AMAZING.I don’t trust many people to watch Riley but as soon as I met Rina and saw how she interacted with her, I was instantly reassured. She sent us lots of updates which really showed how much she cared.

Maylan G  avatar

Maylan G

I am so happy I hired Rina to take care of boy, Nudge on our wedding day! Nudge is an anxious border collie but you could tell he felt comfortable with Rina and she knew exactly how to make him feel good on the day! I couldn't recommend Rina enough when it comes to wanting to leave your fur baby in good hands!

Sue avatar

Sue

I just want to let you know Rina is just the BEST and my two dogs Bella and Charly really love her. Rina is so understanding of weather conditions, relates appropriately and changes schedules as necessary. I don't believe there would be anyone else I could trust with my 2 beloved 4 leggeds. I would recommend Rina to all genuine persons who care about their pets like me and Rina's care and passion.

Karen Reyes avatar

Karen Reyes

The BEST pet sitter! Rina and Tyler handled our 5 fur babies during our wedding and I couldn’t thank them enough. They made sure that they are comfortable and well taken care with lots of treats and water. They were professional and treated our fur babies like their own. Thank you so much for taking care of Maya, Mochi, Dango, Kobe and Benji! We highly recommend Mrs Barker’s to any of our family and friends or to anyone looking for a pet sitter.

Shernie avatar

Shernie

Rina is so amazing! My golden Chester and Dalmatian Ruby love her! We are so grateful for the amount of times she’s had our doggos while we are away and we can’t wait until she has them for our wedding. She is one of a kind.

Alyse avatar

Alyse

Rina was absolutely amazing with our dog, Chin Chin on our wedding day. She took such good care of her, brought her safely to the church, and even captured the sweetest photos that we’ll treasure forever. I was feeling so nervous on the way to the ceremony, but seeing CC there instantly put me at ease. It truly made the day feel complete. We’re so grateful for Rina's warmth, professionalism, and genuine love for animals. Highly recommend her to anyone wanting their furry friend to be part of their special day!!

Trish avatar

Trish

We could not have been happier with the care that Mrs Barker’s provided to our two dogs while we went overseas. Rina went above and beyond and Brook and Teddy were so loved and looked after. Can’t speak or recommend Mrs Barker's highly enough!

Nicole Barcham avatar

Nicole Barcham

Rina was absolutely amazing! To the lead up of the day & the big day itself. Our furbaby Nelson felt so comfortable around her & she treated him like he was her own! She did everything we asked & more! It was very important to us to have Nelson there on our big day & it wouldn’t have been possible without Rina’s help! We couldn’t recommend her enough!!

Micah Reyes avatar

Micah Reyes

Amazing and incredible pet sitter goes to Rina! She is one of the most amazing and reliable Pet sitter, she was able to take care of our fur babies with no issues, she took care of my Django and Mochi and Benji and Kobe, it looks like it was handful to handle 4 dogs but she able to managed it with smile on her face! So blessed to be able to have found her, thank you Rina, you were amazing I have been recommending you to my friends and family.

Sian avatar

Sian

Rina is professional, reliable and patient. She was dog approved in the first meeting as my very shy dog allowed a belly rub after only a few minutes, something that takes her usually a long time to be comfortable with. My 2 dogs were looked after very well. Highly recommend Rina.

Shirley Li avatar

Shirley Li

Thank you Rina for making our wedding so special by helping us incorporating our dogs into the ceremony. You are so professional and you made the dogs feel so comfortable. I know they are a handful but you made it seem so effortless! It was so nice they were able to walk down the aisle during the ceremony! Highly recommend Rina!

Hannah Burrows avatar

Hannah Burrows

Rina took care of our much loved puppy Lucy while we got married, and we couldn't have been happier with her services! She helped me surprise my (now) husband with Lucy during photos, kept a great handle on Lucy while she was at the wedding, and then stayed with Lucy overnight while we were away from home. We're pretty nervous dog parents to a pretty nervous dog, but we were so reassured when we saw Rina interact with Lucy: she was calm, controlled, and Lucy was obviously very comfortable. Can't recommend Rina more!

Venus Marie avatar

Venus Marie

Professional, friendly, and a true animal lover! Rina was our wonderful pet chaperone for our wedding in January 2021 and I cannot speak highly enough of her! She was fantastic with our two dogs, and they quickly became fond of her. The process to book Rina's services was simple and thorough - we appreciated that she took an extra day prior to the day of the wedding to meet with us and our pups to make sure we all vibed, and even took them on a walk so they could get comfortable with her. On the day she was armed with snacks, and played a pivotal role in getting our pups' attention so we could get the pur-fect photos! She transported them from our home, to the ceremony location, AND back home, making sure they were fed, their water bowl was full, and they were comfortable at home for the night before she left. We can't thank Rina enough, and would recommend her to anyone who's looking for a pet chaperone, or any of her other services!

Katherine Webb-Johnson avatar

Katherine Webb-Johnson

Rina was amazing from the start to the end! We did meet and greet before the big day and I immediately felt like I can trust her with my dogs. They love her too! On our wedding day, Rina took care of our dogs from picking them up, dressing them in their little dresses, and making sure they had water and of course treats. I am so thankful to have found her. Everything went so smoothly. Highly recommend!!!

Danielle Luisa avatar

Danielle Luisa

Rina was absolutely amazing and such a big help on our day! So responsive in the lead up and really helpful to also offer a meet & greet in the lead up. On the day Rina did the best job taking care of our 2yo groodle Rosie, helping her meet all the guests, remain comfortable during the ceremony and be present for our photos afterwards. We didn’t have to worry about making sure Rosie had treats and water as Rina took care of that and it helped everything run so seamlessly on our big day. We are so grateful for Rina being there, thank you!

Emily avatar

Emily

Rina was so great with Zayli and Oakley and I was completely confident going away and knowing they were in amazing hands. We are looking forward to having Rina take care of our fur babies again in the future.

Georgia Sholly avatar

Georgia Sholly

Cannot recommend this service enough. Rina was so easy to work with and gave us one less thing to worry about for our wedding. She thought of everything and was so prepared for the day. She managed our dog, Louie, so well, was really helpful getting him to be present in photos and was so friendly with our guests. Just a lovely person who does such a great job.

Carla avatar

Carla

My boy George is high maintenance with diabetes and is blind and deaf, he needs a lot of care and Rina was amazing with him, I can’t recommend her enough.

Bridie avatar

Bridie

We couldn’t recommend Rina enough! She took care of our beautiful Labrador Koda on our wedding day, it made it extra special to have him there with us for the ceremony and family photos. She kept him so calm, hydrated and he didn’t want to leave her side all day, he definitely approved and made a new friend! It was honestly the best decision of the whole wedding process to choose Rina to look after our boy, as we didn’t have to worry about him at all knowing he was in great hands and meant we could truly enjoy our wedding day. Thank you again, you’re amazing at what you do!! 🐾

Jodie avatar

Jodie

Our beautiful Miss Molly had a fabulous time being very well looked after by Rina (Mrs Barker). We were provided with regular updates and knew that our girl was being spoiled whilst we were away! Thank you Rina we've recommended you to all our friends and will definitely use your services again.

Natalie avatar

Natalie

Rina looked after my Riley for two nights while I was away for my wedding and she was AMAZING.I don’t trust many people to watch Riley but as soon as I met Rina and saw how she interacted with her, I was instantly reassured. She sent us lots of updates which really showed how much she cared.

Maylan G  avatar

Maylan G

I am so happy I hired Rina to take care of boy, Nudge on our wedding day! Nudge is an anxious border collie but you could tell he felt comfortable with Rina and she knew exactly how to make him feel good on the day! I couldn't recommend Rina enough when it comes to wanting to leave your fur baby in good hands!

Sue avatar

Sue

I just want to let you know Rina is just the BEST and my two dogs Bella and Charly really love her. Rina is so understanding of weather conditions, relates appropriately and changes schedules as necessary. I don't believe there would be anyone else I could trust with my 2 beloved 4 leggeds. I would recommend Rina to all genuine persons who care about their pets like me and Rina's care and passion.

Karen Reyes avatar

Karen Reyes

The BEST pet sitter! Rina and Tyler handled our 5 fur babies during our wedding and I couldn’t thank them enough. They made sure that they are comfortable and well taken care with lots of treats and water. They were professional and treated our fur babies like their own. Thank you so much for taking care of Maya, Mochi, Dango, Kobe and Benji! We highly recommend Mrs Barker’s to any of our family and friends or to anyone looking for a pet sitter.

Shernie avatar

Shernie

Rina is so amazing! My golden Chester and Dalmatian Ruby love her! We are so grateful for the amount of times she’s had our doggos while we are away and we can’t wait until she has them for our wedding. She is one of a kind.

Alyse avatar

Alyse

Rina was absolutely amazing with our dog, Chin Chin on our wedding day. She took such good care of her, brought her safely to the church, and even captured the sweetest photos that we’ll treasure forever. I was feeling so nervous on the way to the ceremony, but seeing CC there instantly put me at ease. It truly made the day feel complete. We’re so grateful for Rina's warmth, professionalism, and genuine love for animals. Highly recommend her to anyone wanting their furry friend to be part of their special day!!

Trish avatar

Trish

We could not have been happier with the care that Mrs Barker’s provided to our two dogs while we went overseas. Rina went above and beyond and Brook and Teddy were so loved and looked after. Can’t speak or recommend Mrs Barker's highly enough!

Nicole Barcham avatar

Nicole Barcham

Rina was absolutely amazing! To the lead up of the day & the big day itself. Our furbaby Nelson felt so comfortable around her & she treated him like he was her own! She did everything we asked & more! It was very important to us to have Nelson there on our big day & it wouldn’t have been possible without Rina’s help! We couldn’t recommend her enough!!

Micah Reyes avatar

Micah Reyes

Amazing and incredible pet sitter goes to Rina! She is one of the most amazing and reliable Pet sitter, she was able to take care of our fur babies with no issues, she took care of my Django and Mochi and Benji and Kobe, it looks like it was handful to handle 4 dogs but she able to managed it with smile on her face! So blessed to be able to have found her, thank you Rina, you were amazing I have been recommending you to my friends and family.

Sian avatar

Sian

Rina is professional, reliable and patient. She was dog approved in the first meeting as my very shy dog allowed a belly rub after only a few minutes, something that takes her usually a long time to be comfortable with. My 2 dogs were looked after very well. Highly recommend Rina.

Shirley Li avatar

Shirley Li

Thank you Rina for making our wedding so special by helping us incorporating our dogs into the ceremony. You are so professional and you made the dogs feel so comfortable. I know they are a handful but you made it seem so effortless! It was so nice they were able to walk down the aisle during the ceremony! Highly recommend Rina!

Hannah Burrows avatar

Hannah Burrows

Rina took care of our much loved puppy Lucy while we got married, and we couldn't have been happier with her services! She helped me surprise my (now) husband with Lucy during photos, kept a great handle on Lucy while she was at the wedding, and then stayed with Lucy overnight while we were away from home. We're pretty nervous dog parents to a pretty nervous dog, but we were so reassured when we saw Rina interact with Lucy: she was calm, controlled, and Lucy was obviously very comfortable. Can't recommend Rina more!

Venus Marie avatar

Venus Marie

Professional, friendly, and a true animal lover! Rina was our wonderful pet chaperone for our wedding in January 2021 and I cannot speak highly enough of her! She was fantastic with our two dogs, and they quickly became fond of her. The process to book Rina's services was simple and thorough - we appreciated that she took an extra day prior to the day of the wedding to meet with us and our pups to make sure we all vibed, and even took them on a walk so they could get comfortable with her. On the day she was armed with snacks, and played a pivotal role in getting our pups' attention so we could get the pur-fect photos! She transported them from our home, to the ceremony location, AND back home, making sure they were fed, their water bowl was full, and they were comfortable at home for the night before she left. We can't thank Rina enough, and would recommend her to anyone who's looking for a pet chaperone, or any of her other services!

Katherine Webb-Johnson avatar

Katherine Webb-Johnson

Rina was amazing from the start to the end! We did meet and greet before the big day and I immediately felt like I can trust her with my dogs. They love her too! On our wedding day, Rina took care of our dogs from picking them up, dressing them in their little dresses, and making sure they had water and of course treats. I am so thankful to have found her. Everything went so smoothly. Highly recommend!!!

Danielle Luisa avatar

Danielle Luisa

Rina was absolutely amazing and such a big help on our day! So responsive in the lead up and really helpful to also offer a meet & greet in the lead up. On the day Rina did the best job taking care of our 2yo groodle Rosie, helping her meet all the guests, remain comfortable during the ceremony and be present for our photos afterwards. We didn’t have to worry about making sure Rosie had treats and water as Rina took care of that and it helped everything run so seamlessly on our big day. We are so grateful for Rina being there, thank you!

Emily avatar

Emily

Rina was so great with Zayli and Oakley and I was completely confident going away and knowing they were in amazing hands. We are looking forward to having Rina take care of our fur babies again in the future.

Georgia Sholly avatar

Georgia Sholly

Cannot recommend this service enough. Rina was so easy to work with and gave us one less thing to worry about for our wedding. She thought of everything and was so prepared for the day. She managed our dog, Louie, so well, was really helpful getting him to be present in photos and was so friendly with our guests. Just a lovely person who does such a great job.

Carla avatar

Carla

My boy George is high maintenance with diabetes and is blind and deaf, he needs a lot of care and Rina was amazing with him, I can’t recommend her enough.

Bridie avatar

Bridie

We couldn’t recommend Rina enough! She took care of our beautiful Labrador Koda on our wedding day, it made it extra special to have him there with us for the ceremony and family photos. She kept him so calm, hydrated and he didn’t want to leave her side all day, he definitely approved and made a new friend! It was honestly the best decision of the whole wedding process to choose Rina to look after our boy, as we didn’t have to worry about him at all knowing he was in great hands and meant we could truly enjoy our wedding day. Thank you again, you’re amazing at what you do!! 🐾

Jodie avatar

Jodie

Our beautiful Miss Molly had a fabulous time being very well looked after by Rina (Mrs Barker). We were provided with regular updates and knew that our girl was being spoiled whilst we were away! Thank you Rina we've recommended you to all our friends and will definitely use your services again.

Natalie avatar

Natalie

Rina looked after my Riley for two nights while I was away for my wedding and she was AMAZING.I don’t trust many people to watch Riley but as soon as I met Rina and saw how she interacted with her, I was instantly reassured. She sent us lots of updates which really showed how much she cared.

Maylan G  avatar

Maylan G

I am so happy I hired Rina to take care of boy, Nudge on our wedding day! Nudge is an anxious border collie but you could tell he felt comfortable with Rina and she knew exactly how to make him feel good on the day! I couldn't recommend Rina enough when it comes to wanting to leave your fur baby in good hands!

Sue avatar

Sue

I just want to let you know Rina is just the BEST and my two dogs Bella and Charly really love her. Rina is so understanding of weather conditions, relates appropriately and changes schedules as necessary. I don't believe there would be anyone else I could trust with my 2 beloved 4 leggeds. I would recommend Rina to all genuine persons who care about their pets like me and Rina's care and passion.

Karen Reyes avatar

Karen Reyes

The BEST pet sitter! Rina and Tyler handled our 5 fur babies during our wedding and I couldn’t thank them enough. They made sure that they are comfortable and well taken care with lots of treats and water. They were professional and treated our fur babies like their own. Thank you so much for taking care of Maya, Mochi, Dango, Kobe and Benji! We highly recommend Mrs Barker’s to any of our family and friends or to anyone looking for a pet sitter.

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Shernie

Rina is so amazing! My golden Chester and Dalmatian Ruby love her! We are so grateful for the amount of times she’s had our doggos while we are away and we can’t wait until she has them for our wedding. She is one of a kind.

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Alyse

Rina was absolutely amazing with our dog, Chin Chin on our wedding day. She took such good care of her, brought her safely to the church, and even captured the sweetest photos that we’ll treasure forever. I was feeling so nervous on the way to the ceremony, but seeing CC there instantly put me at ease. It truly made the day feel complete. We’re so grateful for Rina's warmth, professionalism, and genuine love for animals. Highly recommend her to anyone wanting their furry friend to be part of their special day!!

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Trish

We could not have been happier with the care that Mrs Barker’s provided to our two dogs while we went overseas. Rina went above and beyond and Brook and Teddy were so loved and looked after. Can’t speak or recommend Mrs Barker's highly enough!

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Nicole Barcham

Rina was absolutely amazing! To the lead up of the day & the big day itself. Our furbaby Nelson felt so comfortable around her & she treated him like he was her own! She did everything we asked & more! It was very important to us to have Nelson there on our big day & it wouldn’t have been possible without Rina’s help! We couldn’t recommend her enough!!

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Micah Reyes

Amazing and incredible pet sitter goes to Rina! She is one of the most amazing and reliable Pet sitter, she was able to take care of our fur babies with no issues, she took care of my Django and Mochi and Benji and Kobe, it looks like it was handful to handle 4 dogs but she able to managed it with smile on her face! So blessed to be able to have found her, thank you Rina, you were amazing I have been recommending you to my friends and family.

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Sian

Rina is professional, reliable and patient. She was dog approved in the first meeting as my very shy dog allowed a belly rub after only a few minutes, something that takes her usually a long time to be comfortable with. My 2 dogs were looked after very well. Highly recommend Rina.

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Shirley Li

Thank you Rina for making our wedding so special by helping us incorporating our dogs into the ceremony. You are so professional and you made the dogs feel so comfortable. I know they are a handful but you made it seem so effortless! It was so nice they were able to walk down the aisle during the ceremony! Highly recommend Rina!

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Hannah Burrows

Rina took care of our much loved puppy Lucy while we got married, and we couldn't have been happier with her services! She helped me surprise my (now) husband with Lucy during photos, kept a great handle on Lucy while she was at the wedding, and then stayed with Lucy overnight while we were away from home. We're pretty nervous dog parents to a pretty nervous dog, but we were so reassured when we saw Rina interact with Lucy: she was calm, controlled, and Lucy was obviously very comfortable. Can't recommend Rina more!

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Venus Marie

Professional, friendly, and a true animal lover! Rina was our wonderful pet chaperone for our wedding in January 2021 and I cannot speak highly enough of her! She was fantastic with our two dogs, and they quickly became fond of her. The process to book Rina's services was simple and thorough - we appreciated that she took an extra day prior to the day of the wedding to meet with us and our pups to make sure we all vibed, and even took them on a walk so they could get comfortable with her. On the day she was armed with snacks, and played a pivotal role in getting our pups' attention so we could get the pur-fect photos! She transported them from our home, to the ceremony location, AND back home, making sure they were fed, their water bowl was full, and they were comfortable at home for the night before she left. We can't thank Rina enough, and would recommend her to anyone who's looking for a pet chaperone, or any of her other services!

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Katherine Webb-Johnson

Rina was amazing from the start to the end! We did meet and greet before the big day and I immediately felt like I can trust her with my dogs. They love her too! On our wedding day, Rina took care of our dogs from picking them up, dressing them in their little dresses, and making sure they had water and of course treats. I am so thankful to have found her. Everything went so smoothly. Highly recommend!!!

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Danielle Luisa

Rina was absolutely amazing and such a big help on our day! So responsive in the lead up and really helpful to also offer a meet & greet in the lead up. On the day Rina did the best job taking care of our 2yo groodle Rosie, helping her meet all the guests, remain comfortable during the ceremony and be present for our photos afterwards. We didn’t have to worry about making sure Rosie had treats and water as Rina took care of that and it helped everything run so seamlessly on our big day. We are so grateful for Rina being there, thank you!

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Emily

Rina was so great with Zayli and Oakley and I was completely confident going away and knowing they were in amazing hands. We are looking forward to having Rina take care of our fur babies again in the future.

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What do I need to know before accepting a booking?
To ensure we're a great fit and your pet is comfortable, I require an in-person meet and greet with you and your pet(s) before the big day. This allows us to go over your pet's needs, personality, and the wedding day logistics. A small fee applies.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes. A 50% deposit is required to secure your preferred date and time. Due to high demand and the nature of wedding bookings, deposits are non-refundable.
What areas do you service?
I'm based in South East Victoria and regularly travel for weddings. Travel is included in my wedding package, and any significant additional travel will be discussed during the quoting process.
Can you administer medication?
Yes. I have experience administering tablets, liquids, topical treatments, and injectable medications.
Do you host pets?
No, all pet sitting is provided in your home so your dog can remain comfortable and settled in their familiar environment.
Do you provide accessories?
Yes! I offer a selection of wedding-appropriate accessories such as leads, collars, and bow ties. You're also welcome to use your own, or if you have something specific in mind, I'm happy to source it and add it to my collection.
How long can my dog attend the wedding?
This depends on your dog's temperament, the environment, and the flow of the day. Many dogs attend for photos, the ceremony, or a short portion of the celebration. I'm happy to help you decide what will be best for your dog.
Will you assist with photos and the ceremony?
Absolutely. I work closely with couples and photographers to ensure your dog is calmly supported during photos and ceremony moments, including handling leads, positioning, and providing breaks as needed.
What if my dog becomes overwhelmed on the day?
Your dog's wellbeing always comes first. If they show signs of stress or fatigue, I'll provide quiet breaks, remove them from busy areas, or arrange an early departure if needed.
How far in advance should we book?
Wedding dates can book out quickly, especially during peak seasons. I recommend getting in touch as early as possible to secure your preferred date.