The unexpected star of the wedding: the bride and groom will never forget it!

Jefferson (USA) - A couple tied the knot in the US state of New Hampshire. But the real star of the wedding was not the bride and groom, but their 11-year-old dog with cancer.

Anna and Stephen Carter tied the knot on September 7, 2024 - and their golden retriever Maybeline had a very special role in the ceremony.
Anna and Stephen Carter tied the knot on September 7, 2024 - and their golden retriever Maybeline had a very special role in the ceremony.  © Instagram/Screenshot/maybelanddaffodilsmom

Anna and Stephen Carter got married on September 7, 2024. Golden retriever Maybeline, Maybel for short, played a special role in the ceremony.

As Newsweek reports, a customized outfit was sewn for the dog from the remaining fabrics from Anna's wedding dress.

Just two months earlier, the faithful furry friend had been diagnosed with terminal thyroid cancer - a shocking moment for the couple.

They were all the happier to have Maybel by their side on their big day.

The bitch was the center of attention the whole time

The golden retriever was present throughout the wedding, following the couple every step of the way and even had the special task of bringing the rings.
The golden retriever was present throughout the wedding, following the couple every step of the way and even had the special task of bringing the rings.  © Instagram/Screenshot/maybelanddaffodilsmom

The golden retriever was present throughout the wedding, accompanying the couple at every turn and even taking on the honorable task of bringing the rings.

Anna shared the special moments on TikTok , and the clip went viral with 2.6 million views.

TikTok users were deeply moved by the special bond between the couple and their dog.