Beasts of Burden

A short-lived but beloved two-issue series from Dark Horse, Beasts of Burden follows a group of intelligent dogs and cats who protect their small town from supernatural threats. Written and drawn by Evan Dorkin and Jill Thompson, the series is celebrated for its charming watercolor art and its ability to blend cozy animal antics with genuinely eerie horror. Though brief, it remains a standout example of how to craft a heartfelt, spooky fantasy with animal protagonists.