A dog named Fatsa has a terrifying encounter with a spooky man wearing a dark cape, not realising it is her owner in disguise.

In the video, Fatsa sees the figure in costume and immediately begins to bark and growl in suspicion, with some very entertaining accompanying expressions. However, when lifted for a hug, Fatsa calms down and stops barking, recognising the smell.

According to the owner, who is based in Skidra, Greece, Fatsa was a rescue dog taken in by his family. She is believed to be around three or four years old.