Robot dog patrols ancient city of Pompeii

A robot dog has been enlisted to patrol the streets of the ancient city of Pompeii looking for structural and safety issues.

Spot will be able to guard the archaeological park and seek out problems at night or whenever the site is closed to tourists.

The four-legged robot is able to reach the smallest of spaces and walk on different types of terrain.

With its camera it can record a live feed of images for people monitoring the ruins off-site.