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    4.6 (48 reviews)
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    The Dog Chapel at Dog Mountain
    Bruce K.

    "Welcome all creeds, all breeds. No dogmas allowed." -Sign near the entrance to the Dog Chapel I thought this was going to be just another odd Atlas Obscura https://www.yelp.com/collection/VTIO7Bny7WQ8nTeD5Jm4yw/Atlas-Obscura / Roadside America strange thing to see on my travels. And yes, it is that but more. The story of the Dog Chapel dates back to 1998 when artist Stephen Huneck died and was resuscitated five minutes later. When he returned home after the experience, he wanted to "build a chapel, one that celebrated the spiritual bond we have with our dogs, and that would be open to dogs and people. People of any faith or belief system." The chapel is pretty much a small village church complete with white steeple, stained glass windows and altar. The entire interior is covered with handwritten notes and photographs of dogs that have passed on. I got a little emotional myself and was fortunately alone at the time to be able to appreciate what was happening here. I wrote my own note to my passed dog, found a slightly bare spot on the wall, and added it to the growing collection. There are signs on Route 2 and it's easy enough to access though some of the road is gravel that may be a challenge for some vehicles. I had no trouble in my Class B sprinter van and I'm glad I made the effort. Thank you. [Review 18525 overall - 122 in Vermont - 2047 of 2022.]

    Alice L.

    The grounds are beautiful & serene; dogs run off-leash & you can sense their pure enjoyment. The chapel is designed with dog themes, including the weathervane & its a perfect place to see & feel the memorialized tributes of all the beloved furry friends that impacted their families. Although this place brought me to tears, it is a peaceful & soothing setting to sit & reflect.

    Tim S.

    If you're a dog lover then you and your dog will love this place. A fantastic gallery and gift shop of all things dogs (and some cat things too!). A beautiful dog chapel with the walls literally covered with thousands of letters, pictures, and cards from people remembering their furry friends who have passed on. A pond where your dog can cook off after a long hike. And miles of wooded trails on the 150 acre grounds. What more can a person (and a dog) ask for???

    Taking a rest at the top
    Greg W.

    Dog Mountain holds a special place in my heart, and always will. If you're a dog lover, owner, or have recently lost your best friend this place will soothe your soul. I found Dog Mountain looking for places to take my best friend for an off-leash romp. Once we finally made it there I didn't realize we had such little time left together. That's another story for another time, though. Dog Mountain is a sanctuary or refuge that is sponsored by a famous painter (now his foundation). There is an art gallery, a chapel that serves as a memorial for all the lost furkids in the world, and a LOT of land that is all off-leash if your dog is friendly. You can go and get some really cute and relevant artwork for an office or a playroom, go for a nice hike with your family or furkid, honor your lost friend or family member with a picture/note/memorial, or just take in the scenery. The place speaks to me on so many different levels that if I lived closer it would likely be a weekly trip. However, whenever we go we buy something to continue to support what they are doing because we so firmly believe in it. We also found out they do live music and events here to help raise funds for the foundation and maintenance. While we have yet to attend any of these, they are on our to-do list and we will be back soon. If you like/love dogs and enjoy the outdoors, go visit Dog Mountain and I challenge you not to feel a strong set of emotions throughout your visit. Oh, you can even grab a nice seafood meal at the bottom of the mountain on your way out as well if you're not crying too hard ;)

    Daisy E.

    A must do!! Absolutely worth the drive. This is one of the most unique and amazing places I've ever been to. It really is a dog paradise and everything is dog friendly, including the chapel and store. You can let your dog roam free and off-leash on their property which features a pond, field with toys, and hiking trails. The chapel was beautifully heartbreaking with photos and letters from owners to their lost, beloved family pups. The pews were shaped like dogs on either side and the stained glass windows glistened with bright pieces, forming pictures of heavenly canines. The store was cute and had artwork for sale by one talented artist. All in all- this was an ethereal experience not to be missed. Take the drive. It's worth it. I PROMISE. OH! And make sure you leave a little donation. Anything helps.

    Beauty
    Avary D.

    Dog Mountain is probably the happiest place on Earth. I went there with my husband and puppy and everything is just so beautiful. The gallery was amazing along with the chapel (I left a note for my angel puppy Chuck), and then the trails were something else. Would recommend for anyone with dogs or even without that just wants a breath of fresh air and joy.

    Woof!  Our package from Sally at Dog Mountain is here!
    Margot D.

    I am passionate about a lot of things, but when something combines amazing service, nice people AND the Beloved Goldendoodle, my heart is happy. Dog Mountain combines all of those things. The Beloved Goldendoodle thought he should order me something, and clicked his paw during the Black Friday sales, ordered a framed print and surprised me when it arrived yesterday. Even the package is adorable, it was very well packed, and I have a terrific print for my bedroom. Thank you Dog Mountain!

    Front of the chapel
    Diana K.

    What a great tribute to our 4 legged friends. We were in the Quechee area and stopped in on our way home. Had heard this is a place to visit with our yellow lab so had to check it out. Very moving notes from many dog owners posted in the walls of the chapel. It was a drizzly/windy day so we didn't spend a lot of time outside. A cute gift shop that contained many pieces of art devoted to dogs. We would have thought the attendant would be more friendly and helpful but she wasn't. She didn't even seem to thrilled to see our lab either which we thought was strange for a setting that's so welcoming to pets. 5 stars for the venue and maybe 3 for the attendant.

    A dog head sculpture
    Zoe L.

    This is a unique place to lay the souls of dogs to sleep. It's a chapel where hundreds if not thousands of grieving dog owners have left messages and photos of their dearly beloved pets. Adjoining this there is an art gallery dedicated to selling the art of Stephen Huneck who dies some years ago. Mostly prints but also some originals and some really clever sculptural pieces. It is a certain style that may appeal to some, especially if you see your dog represented here among his pictures of the breeds. There is tons of parking. I remember this place being very remote but it is worth a detour if you're in the area. It's really unexpected, as the landscape seems so wild and untamed, you don't expect to see a dog chapel and dog art gallery right there. Enjoy it while you can!

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    Beautiful chapel, gallery, and grounds. The gift shop has some real gems and staff is incredibly welcoming.

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    An impactful and lovely retreat for dogs and their guardians. Can't wait to revisit again.

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    Just a good time if you love dogs. Beautiful setting, great place to remember our best friends.

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    Waterbury Dog Park - 2 picnic tables, lending library and basket with dog toys

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    We brought our dogs with us on a ski trip and came here every morning before we skied. The surface…read moreis grass and they provide drinking bowls and a basket of dog toys, including tennis balls, chuck its with balls, frisbees and rope toys. There is a no plastic bagging policy, but scoopers and dog poop composting bins are placed throughout the park. The dog poop composting is maintained by VOLUNTEERS. There is a corner in the back reserved for the equipment the volunteers use to turn it into mulch and there was really no smell in that area at all! They have a water access point located within the large dog park. The small dog park has a separate entrance which was blocked by the snow. What is nice is that there is also an entrance between the large and small dog parks, which can be helpful for those small or reactive dogs who have settled down in the small dog park and want to try joining the large dog park. There is also a separate gate in the large dog park which opens to the woods on the back which border on the river. In warmer months, dogs can go swimming or wading in the river. There is a shelter with two picnic benches and a library book box within in the large dog park. The dog park is located at the end of a side road (River Road) from the main road (Route 2) surrounded by the woods near a river.

    Very nice dog park with dog poop composters. Very well maintained and super convenient to Rt 89…read more There is a covered pavilion with two picnic tables and some Adirondack chairs. There is also a super cute Little Free Library where you can take a book and leave a book! It is a very large area for the puppies to roam. There is a water spicket for filling water bowls that has been shut off for the winter. There is even a small pen that if you have a dog that doesn't get along with others they can have their own personal space just to themselves.

    Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery

    Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery

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    If you have a dog, have ever loved a dog, or have ever had to say goodbye to your soul dog, you…read moreneed to visit Dog Mountain. Dog mountain sits on over 100 beautiful acres overlooking the Vermont hills. The open fields, ponds and walking trails are made for dogs to explore freely and watching the dogs run across the grass with pure joy feels like a part of the art itself. You can really feel the love here. We arrived midday and I had intended to view the chapel and then take my dog hiking on the grounds, but I ended up spending so much time in the chapel that it was close to sunset by the time we left. From the outside, the chapel is simple and charming, but inside it absolutely overwhelmed me. The walls are completely covered in handwritten notes, photos, drawings, and memorials left by people honoring the dogs that they've loved and lost. I spent over an hour inside reading story after story. I smiled at the sweet memories and cried at many of the goodbyes. I sat in the pew with my sweet dog on my lap and felt the weight and beauty of how much these animals mean to us. Afterwards, and we headed back outside and met a few new dog friends. Then we headed to the gift shop and gallery. The space is full of Stephen Huneck's work, including prints and wood carvings and tons of other stuff like dog accessories, plushies and even furniture. The woman who works in the gift shop was warm and welcoming and absolutely loved the sweater that our fur baby head on. It said "Obedience School Drop-Out". She must have taken a dozen photos of it and she was giggling the whole time. It was so sweet. She was also kind enough to introduce us to Sally, the great-granddaughter of the original Sally the black lab that is the inspiration of much of Huneck's work. She was such a sweet girl and I was so excited to get a photo of our two beautiful black doggies together. (Below) It was so nice to spend time in a place that is so devoted to celebrating dogs. The love here is tangible and we really enjoyed our afternoon in this place. We picked up some treats for our dog and a few souvenirs and headed out just as the sun was setting. This is a magical place and I left feeling very grateful. Grateful for my dog, grateful to have shared in the experience of all those who who left a piece of themselves here and grateful to have had the opportunity to spend time in a place like this that honors dogs so beautifully.

    A wonderful find on a summer night while coming to see some live music on the adjacent property…read more What a unique and incredibly special space, even more so for dog lovers like us. Beautiful tribute, so many photos and sentimental notes. How great would it be to live in a world filled with only pet lovers !! If you are in the area, it is worth a visit. We came from NH and it was a nice ride, enjoyed our time here.

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