While the "ghost" was fake, a real demon hound named Pluto exists and is being controlled by an unknown mastermind (later revealed as Angela Blanc).
Pluto serves as a wild, instinctual counterpart to Sebastian’s refined, "civilized" demon persona. Production & Dub Details Original Air Date: November 20, 2008. Kuroshitsuji (Dub) Episode 8
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The episode explores how superstitions are weaponized to keep populations in check. While the "ghost" was fake