In a quirky twist, a dog calmly observing the world from the roof of a Black Country pub has captivated many after being mistaken for a statue. The furry visitor, believed to be a husky-type breed, was spotted relaxing on top of the Cross Keys pub in Willenhall.
The unusual scene was caught on camera by Wayne J Swifty, a photographer and singer, as he drove past the pub with his daughter last week. Initially thinking the dog was a stationary ornament, Wayne stopped to snap a picture—and quickly realized the “statue” was very much alive.
Sharing the video on his Facebook page, Wayne’s post quickly gained thousands of views and widespread attention. He explained to BlackCountryLive, “I was driving with my daughter when I saw the dog and it looked like a statue. That’s what I thought it was. I pulled over to take a picture because it was quite prominent, and it turns out it was a real dog, which was quite funny.”
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Wayne, who has over 7,500 followers on Facebook, added, “The dog seemed fine, and I’ve been told by people that he regularly spends time up there. I think it’s the pub’s dog, and he likes to get on the roof to watch the traffic and everything.”
This unexpected rooftop lookout has certainly brought some amusement and curiosity to the local community—and a unique perspective on pub life in the Black Country.