Hartsdale Pet Cemetery

Hartsdale Pet Cemetery That single compassionate act served as the cornerstone for what was to become America’s first pet cemetery.

America’s first pet cemetery - established 1896
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Ranked Top 10 Cemetery in the World by Lonely Planet Travel Guides (2009) America’s first pet cemetery was established in 1896 by a New York City Veterinarian, who offered an apple orchard at his bucolic summer retreat in nearby Westchester County to serve as a burial plot for a bereaved friend’s dog

. Today the beautiful hillside location known as “The Peaceable Kingdom” is the final resting place for more than 80,000 pets of every description, including all manner dogs and cats as well as a number of more exotic pets, including a lion cub who lived at the Plaza Hotel. The plot-holders have included some of America’s most prominent financial and political figures, musicians, artists, celebrities of stage, screen and television. Some of the more unique treasures at Hartsdale include a fifty ton above-ground mausoleum for two spaniels, the first and largest of its kind, and the famous War Dog Memorial, which was dedicated after World War I and is the first public tribute to honor military canines for their bravery and sacrifice.

12/30/2024
More photos from Saturday’s wreath laying ceremony for Wreaths Across America ————————————————————-Thanks to all who par...
12/16/2024

More photos from Saturday’s wreath laying ceremony for Wreaths Across America
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Thanks to all who participated in our Wreaths Across America ceremony on Saturday. Special thanks to and for sponsoring this event 🙏🇺🇸🌲

Thanks to all who participated in our Wreaths Across America ceremony on Saturday. Special thanks to and for sponsori...
12/16/2024

Thanks to all who participated in our Wreaths Across America ceremony on Saturday. Special thanks to and for sponsoring this event 🙏🇺🇸🌲

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12/12/2024

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Today on the latest Mission Matters with Wreaths Across America Executive Director Karen Worcester, we learn more about the Hartsdale Pet Cemetery. Hartsdale's Vice President, Ed Martin, shares the history of the cemetery, some of the unique pet burials from the records, and how his family got involved in honoring service dogs with Wreaths Across America. The chat begins at 10 AM ET right here on Wreaths Radio.

Listen Live anytime: https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/Radio

National Wreaths Across America Day is this SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14th at NOON. Hartsdale Pet Cemetery will host a ceremony...
12/12/2024

National Wreaths Across America Day is this SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14th at NOON. Hartsdale Pet Cemetery will host a ceremony at our iconic War Dog Memorial which is the first of its kind to honor military working dogs. This is a free event that is open to the general public and we invite you and your friends to attend. Please meet us at The War Dog Memorial at Noon. We hope to see you!

Wreaths Across America at Hartsdale Pet Cemetery will be held on Saturday December 14th at Noon. All are welcome and enc...
12/05/2024

Wreaths Across America at Hartsdale Pet Cemetery will be held on Saturday December 14th at Noon. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!HOLIDAY HOURSThanksgiving Eve-Wed. 11/27: Office & Grounds 8:00 - 4:30 PMThanksgiving-T...
11/26/2024

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!

HOLIDAY HOURS

Thanksgiving Eve-Wed. 11/27: Office & Grounds 8:00 - 4:30 PM
Thanksgiving-Thurs. 11/28: Office Closed / Grounds 9:30 - 3:00

Christmas Eve-Tue. 12/24: Office 8:00 - 3:00 / Grounds 8:00 - 4:30
Christmas Day-Wed. 12/25: Office Closed / Grounds 9:30 - 3:00

New Years Eve-Tue. 12/31: Office 8:00 - 3:00 / Grounds 8:00 - 4:30
New Year’s Day-Wed. 1/1: Office Closed / Grounds 9:30 - 3:00

DECORATE YOUR PET’S PLOT FOR THE HOLIDAYS

If you would like to decorate your pets plot with a festive HOLIDAY WREATH OR BLANKET then you may place an order on our website by clicking the button below. If you would like a blue bow instead of the standard red bow then please make that request in the box marked “Special Instructions.” If you would like a red bow then there is no additional action you need to take.


WREATH LAYING CERMONY

National Wreaths Across America Day is on Saturday, December 14th at Noon. Hartsdale Pet Cemetery will host a ceremony at our iconic War Dog Memorial which is the first of its kind to honor military working dogs. This is a free event that is open to the general public and we invite you and your friends to attend. Please meet us at The War Dog Memorial at Noon. We hope to see you!

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!HOLIDAY HOURSThanksgiving Eve-Wed. 11/27: Office & Grounds 8:00 - 4:30 PMThanksgiving-T...
11/26/2024

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!

HOLIDAY HOURS

Thanksgiving Eve-Wed. 11/27: Office & Grounds 8:00 - 4:30 PM
Thanksgiving-Thurs. 11/28: Office Closed / Grounds 9:30 - 3:00

Christmas Eve-Tue. 12/24: Office 8:00 - 3:00 / Grounds 8:00 - 4:30
Christmas Day-Wed. 12/25: Office Closed / Grounds 9:30 - 3:00

New Years Eve-Tue. 12/31: Office 8:00 - 3:00 / Grounds 8:00 - 4:30
New Year's Day-Wed. 1/1: Office Closed / Grounds 9:30 - 3:00

DECORATE YOUR PET’S PLOT FOR THE HOLIDAYS

If you would like to decorate your pets plot with a festive HOLIDAY WREATH OR BLANKET then you may place an order on our website by clicking the button below. If you would like a blue bow instead of the standard red bow then please make that request in the box marked "Special Instructions." If you would like a red bow then there is no additional action you need to take.


WREATH LAYING CERMONY

National Wreaths Across America Day is on Saturday, December 14th at Noon. Hartsdale Pet Cemetery will host a ceremony at our iconic War Dog Memorial which is the first of its kind to honor military working dogs. This is a free event that is open to the general public and we invite you and your friends to attend. Please meet us at The War Dog Memorial at Noon. We hope to see you!

11/23/2024

Keanu Reeves once said: Kind people often share a deep love for animals. Animals have a unique way of connecting with us, offering a kind of companionship that feels pure and unfiltered. Anyone who has ever formed a bond with an animal knows the magic they bring to our lives.

There is a quiet nobility in animals, a way of being that can teach us humility, patience, and empathy. They remind us to be kind, to offer love freely, and to appreciate the simple joys in life. Animals give without expecting anything in return, teaching us about loyalty, trust, and the beauty of unconditional love.

Through them, we become kinder, softer, and more compassionate, learning to care deeply for the world around us. In their presence, we find comfort, healing, and a reminder of our own capacity to love. It is a privilege to know and care for them, and they bring out the best in us simply by being who they are. 🐾🧡🐾🧡

Hartsdale Pet Cemetery is featured in a fascinating new book titled "Pet Cemeteries, Animal Graves & Eternal Devotion" b...
11/06/2024

Hartsdale Pet Cemetery is featured in a fascinating new book titled "Pet Cemeteries, Animal Graves & Eternal Devotion" by author, Paul Koudounaris. The book traces the historical evolution of pet cemeteries through the stories of the people and pets that have been integral to their development.

A new book charts the history of pet cemeteries and honors the universal experience of grieving an animal companion

Pet cemeteries provide a different kind of peace than human cemeteries - It's a place where it's OK to be vulnerable
10/24/2024

Pet cemeteries provide a different kind of peace than human cemeteries - It's a place where it's OK to be vulnerable

Angel's Rest is a famous pet cemetery in Utah. Author Paul Koudounaris told The Show more about these cemeteries' histories and what they represent for the owners.

10/24/2024

We want to send a huge thank you to Angelina Gui for organizing the first concert to ever be performed at Hartsdale Pet ...
09/09/2024

We want to send a huge thank you to Angelina Gui for organizing the first concert to ever be performed at Hartsdale Pet Cemetery. Angelina is a 10th grade student at Scarsdale High School who buried her Yorkie, "Little P" at Hartsdale last year. The Broadway singers and musicians she chose serenaded us with their beautiful music. Angelina even graced us with a song herself! It was one of the best Pet Memorial Day events we have ever hosted. Thank you to the singers, Bill Nolte, Dayna Grayber, Taylor Rey and Daniel Klein. And thank you to the musicians who accompanied them - Mark Klett (keyboard, guitar), Valeria Fernandez (violin) and Pat Oberstaedt (bass, guitar). Your music touched our souls. 🙏 🌈 🐾❤️🎶

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09/04/2024

Here is a preview of the concert we are hosting on SUNDAY SEPT. 8th at NOON. We hope you can join us!

Hartsdale Pet Cemetery will host a special benefit concert this Sunday at Noon to celebrate NATIONAL PET MEMORIAL DAY. The concert will be performed by professional Broadway actors and will take place on the front porch of the crematory office. We are very thankful to Angelina Gui for organizing the concert. Angelina’s pet - “Little P” rests at Hartsdale Pet Cemetery.

We are also offering self-guided tours of our historic grounds. Maps will be available at the cemetery office from 10 AM to 3:00 PM. Our historian, Mary Thurston, will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

Both the concert and self-guided tours are open to the public so please feel free to invite your friends.

ADDITIONAL PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT ST. ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AFTER 11 AM

Plot-holders may decorate their pet’s resting place with a beautiful potted arrangement of hardy mums for this special day. To place an order please follow the link below or call us at (914) 949-2583.
Pet Memorial Day is a national holiday that was created in 1972 to celebrate the lives of our beloved pets who brought us so much love and joy.

We look forward to seeing you! 🐾

Address

100 N WASHINGTON Avenue
Hartsdale, NY
10530

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 4:30pm
Sunday 9:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+19149492583

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Here is a preview of the concert we are hosting on SUNDAY SEPT. 8th at NOON. We hope you can join us! Hartsdale Pet Cemetery will host a special benefit concert this Sunday at Noon to celebrate NATIONAL PET MEMORIAL DAY. The concert will be performed by professional Broadway actors and will take place on the front porch of the crematory office. We are very thankful to Angelina Gui for organizing the concert. Angelina’s pet - “Little P” rests at Hartsdale Pet Cemetery. We are also offering self-guided tours of our historic grounds. Maps will be available at the cemetery office from 10 AM to 3:00 PM. Our historian, Mary Thurston, will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. Both the concert and self-guided tours are open to the public so please feel free to invite your friends. ADDITIONAL PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT ST. ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AFTER 11 AM Plot-holders may decorate their pet’s resting place with a beautiful potted arrangement of hardy mums for this special day. To place an order please follow the link below or call us at (914) 949-2583. Pet Memorial Day is a national holiday that was created in 1972 to celebrate the lives of our beloved pets who brought us so much love and joy. We look forward to seeing you! 🐾

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