The interior walls of the Dog Chapel are covered in thousands of personal notes and photographs left by visitors remembering their deceased pets.
Stephen Huneck, the founder, was a self-taught artist known for his woodcut illustrations in children's books like 'Sally Goes to the Shed'.
The Chapel features unique stained glass windows depicting various dog breeds.
The property is entirely leash-free, allowing dogs to roam and swim in the ponds freely.
The gallery sells original signed woodcuts and limited-edition prints produced in the onsite studio.
Dog Mountain is a 600-acre private farm in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, dedicated to the memory of artist Stephen Huneck and his love for dogs. The property features a Dog Chapel, which is a non-denominational space specifically designed for people to memorialize their pets. The grounds include several miles of hiking trails and multiple ponds for canine recreation. Stephen Huneck’s original woodcut prints, sculptures, and furniture are displayed within the gallery located on-site. The Dog Chapel was built in the style of a traditional 1820s Vermont white clapboard church. It serves as a sanctuary for grieving pet owners and features intricate dog-themed stained glass windows and hand-carved pews. Visitors are welcome to walk their dogs off-leash across the entire property. The site remains a functional art gallery and studio space.
The front entrance of the Dog Chapel with its distinctive dog-shaped door handles and the surrounding rolling Vermont hills.
Bring a photo or a written tribute to post on the Chapel walls if you wish to honor a pet.
Wear sturdy walking shoes to fully explore the extensive trail system across the hilly terrain.
Keep a towel in your car, as dogs will likely swim in the onsite ponds.
Do not attempt to bring aggressive or unsocialized dogs, as the park is strictly off-leash and requires communal play.
The grounds remain open daily, but the gallery and Chapel interiors may have limited hours or seasonal closures during deep winter months.
Dogs must be friendly and well-socialized; pick up all pet waste using provided stations.
