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It’s that time of year when things go bump in the night. Normally you’d just suspect it was a part of the wildlife, but these haunted parks are said to host paranormal dogs that just might vanish into thin air.
1. The Black Dog of Haunting Hills – Hubbard Park, 199 Notch Rd., Meriden, Conn. (map), 203-630-4123
The pawpular tourist spot in Connecticut is home to a friendly black ghost dog who will greet you with a wagging tail. But woe to the visitor that sees this dog more than once!
“If you meet the Black Dog once, it shall be for joy; if twice, it shall be for sorrow; and the third time shall bring death,” according to a quote by geologist W.H.C. Pynchon, who had one of the first experiences with the dog, on Connecticut Weekender.
Dogs are allowed in the park and on the trails as long as they are leashed. If you’re feeling bold, and a little brave, you can read about what happened to Pynchon here – and then plan your trip accordingly.
2. Sheba the Ghost Dog – Walker’s Cay, Abaco Islands (map)
In the gorgeous backdrop of the Bahamas lies a tragic tale of a dog that continues to rescue people, even in the afterlife.
International Ghosts and Hauntings reports:
Back in the 1800s, a sailing ship named the Richmond was making for Bermuda when the vessel was pounded by a hurricane. On board was a family of which there were two little girls and a family dog, a German Shepherd named Sheba. The ship finally succumbed to the pounding waves and broke up. The dog, being ever so faithful as dogs are, swam to one of the girls and as she grabbed the dog, he swam to a nearby shore. The dog dove back into the water to retrieve the other little girl. Neither was ever seen again.
If your pooch isn’t easily spooked, you can bring him along. Note that there is no quarantine for pets in the Bahamas.
Who’s afraid of a little ghost dog or two?
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