A white dove release after a wedding ceremony is a long-standing tradition in many countries and cultures. But it also creates a beautiful moment that newlyweds won’t soon forget. Nothing says captivating, like the sight of pure white doves flying toward a bright, beautiful sky.
Dove Releases Represent the Old and the New
Dating back four thousand years, parts of Europe believed in releasing doves at weddings to symbolize blessings, peace, love, and prosperity for a married couple. The Chinese culture regularly practiced bird releases to ward off evil and bring blessings for peace and longevity. There is evidence of this ritual dating back over 4,500 years to the 5th Egyptian Dynasty. There are also records of them in literature going back even further than this. In the South Seas and Europe the releasing of white doves at a wedding ceremony was seen as a way to bless the married couple, and symbolized love, prosperity and peace for them both. And today, many people release wedding doves to signify the beginning of a new chapter and the start of a new journey.
Building their nest together, the white dove falls in love and mates for life; therefore, they are instinctively drawn home where safety of their nest and a loving mate awaits them. Like many couples today, they take turns in caring for their young ones. They both sit and turn the eggs until they hatch and share the responsibilities of keeping them warm until they have feathers of their own. Doves only choose one partner for life, and you will want the same.
The doves at Jersey Shore Doves are used to human contact. They are trained and kept by our professionals to ensure their safety and health for your release.
Each dove has a special tracking device that allows us to keep an eye on them while they return home to us in Toms River, NJ. And if needed, we’re able to find a lost or stray dove after release. Once they are home, they are fed and cared for in safe, comfortable lofts.
We spend a lot of time raising, training and caring for our birds. In return, they have provided us with years of happiness and excitement.
