If you were wandering through a quiet neighborhood and spotted a dog casually hanging out on a roof, you’d probably do a double take. You might even feel compelled to alert the homeowners, saying, “Uh, did you know there’s a dog…on your roof?”
Rest assured, the family inside is well aware. That’s Huckleberry, their Golden Retriever, and he just really enjoys hanging out up there.
To save themselves from a constant stream of concerned visitors, Huckleberry’s owners posted a note to explain the unusual situation:
The Note Reads:
“Huckleberry is living up to his name and learned how to jump onto our roof from the backyard. We never leave him in the backyard without someone being at home. He will not jump off unless you entice him with food or a ball!
We appreciate your concern but please do not knock on our door… we know he’s up there! But please feel free to take pictures of him and share with the world! #hucktheroofdog”
The hashtag encourages passersby to snap photos and share Huck’s antics online. While it’s a bit surprising that the note mentions Huck’s willingness to jump 10 feet down for food or a ball, his owners don’t seem overly concerned—it must be a skill he’s mastered.
As quirky as this might seem, roof-loving dogs aren’t entirely uncommon. In fact, there’s a whole subreddit called r/dogsonroofs dedicated to canines who prefer a higher vantage point. And yes, it absolutely delivers on its promise.