Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Guard Dog (45) in Washington, D.C. by Carl L Bush

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The Guard Dog (45) is a limestone gargoyle sculpture by Carl L Bush located on the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. It is one of 112 gargoyles that decorate the cathedral, positioned in the South Nave at the triforium level. The sculpture is part of the cathedral's extensive collection of animal-themed grotesques that enhance its Gothic Revival architecture. The nearest Metro station is Woodley Park - Zoo - Adams Morgan.