10/27/2023
Embrace the eerie allure of Spooky Season! As the air grows chill and the shadows lengthen, tales of goblins and ghosts abound. But in Hartsdale, New York, a different kind of specter awaits - a place where the memory of beloved pets lingers on. Step into the past and discover the nation's very first pet cemetery, established in 1896. It all began with a plea to Dr. Samuel Johnson, the official state veterinarian, when a heartbroken pet owner yearned to provide a dignified resting place for their furry companion. Forbidden by New York City limits, this pioneer pet cemetery was born. Fast forward to today, and it stands as the sole pet cemetery gracing the National Register of Historic Places, preserving the final repose of over 70,000 cherished pets. Unearth the stories that lie beneath each gravestone, where the bond between humans and their animal friends transcends the veil of time.