The town of Stourbridge, nestled in the West Midlands county of England, has its fair share of folklore, but one story that continues to be whispered in hushed tones is the tale of the fabled ‘Black Dog’. According to local legend, the Black Dog has haunted the town since the 17th century. Not just any dog, this Black Dog is no ordinary earthly creature, but one of the supernatural, a ghost in the shape of a dog. It trod the pathways and back streets under the cloak of darkness, its ethereal form appearing to unsuspecting locals, instilling in them a great sense of dread. It was said to have eyes as red as burning coal and a grim, looming presence. The people believed that encountering the Black Dog was an omen of one’s impending death or other forms of disaster. Stories circulated recounting farmers who, after meeting the Black Dog, faced crop failures, while others talked about unexpected deaths that took place within a family soon after a sighting. Superstition ran deep, and the Black Dog was avoided at all costs. Despite attempts to debunk such tales, the story of the Black Dog has remained, passed down from generations. While today, it may not instil the terror it once did, there are still occasional reports of a Black Dog haunting the streets of Stourbridge after nightfall. Whether the Black Dog is indeed a spectral presence or just a tall tale created to scare disobedient children into submission, its tale is an integral part of Stourbridge’s rich folklore tradition and continues to add a shade of mystique to the area’s cultural tapestry.