Crown Hill National Cemetery Annex

07/22/2026

🐾 Planning to attend a committal service?

Out of respect for the families we serve—and for the safety and well-being of your pets—we ask that visitors not bring pets to committal services. Only trained service dogs, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), are permitted during services.

Military funeral honors include the firing of a rifle volley and the sounding of Taps. The sudden, high-intensity noise from the rifle volley can be harmful to a pet’s highly sensitive hearing and may cause pain, fear, anxiety, or unpredictable behavior. Even calm, well-behaved pets can become startled by the gunfire, creating a safety concern for themselves, their handlers, and those attending the service.

A committal service is a solemn ceremony honoring a Veteran’s life and military service. Leaving pets at home helps preserve the peaceful and dignified atmosphere families deserve while protecting your furry companion from unnecessary stress and potential hearing injury.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and dignified environment for the families who have entrusted us with honoring their loved ones, and for helping protect the well-being of your pets.