Beasts of Burden

In 2010, Dark Horse launched Beasts of Burden, a comic series written by Evan Dorkin and illustrated by Jill Thompson. The story follows a group of household pets—dogs and a cat—in the quiet town of Burden Hill as they investigate supernatural mysteries and protect their community from eerie, occult threats. Blending Thompson’s lush, watercolor art with Dorkin’s darkly whimsical storytelling, the series stands out for its unique fusion of cozy animal antics and genuine horror. It matters as a distinctive, creator-driven work that proves a simple premise can yield rich, emotionally resonant supernatural fiction.