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A Basset Hound Led the Way With a Line of Kittens Trailing Behind

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A tricolor Basset Hound plods through a patch of clover and daisies with his long ears dragging and his nose close to the ground. Behind him a parade of tiny kittens follows: ginger, gray, black and white, spaced out in the grass. A wooden fence covered in vines and a few garden pots sit in the background, with watering cans nearby. The petals sway behind them in the afternoon breeze.

We can call the Basset Waldo. He walks with a slow, steady pace, and the kittens follow in a line as if they were ducklings. It is hard to tell who is leading whom. Every kitten takes a different route, but they all end up following him.

Basset Hounds are famous for their sense of smell, second only to the Bloodhound, and they love to follow a scent trail. They are gentle, easygoing and a little stubborn, and they have long bodies, so keep them at a healthy weight. Their ears need regular cleaning. Garden flowers can be pretty but some are toxic to pets, such as lilies for cats, so check what is planted before letting animals roam. Kittens are quick and curious, so keep a close eye on them outdoors, and ask your vet about parasite prevention.

Waldo and the kittens make a charming little parade through the flowers. It looks like a very calm and happy walk.

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