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A lemon and white Basset Hound sits in the snow outside a house holding a grey knit glove in its mouth. 2 / 34

Somebody Is About to Discover They're One Glove Short This Winter

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Fresh snow covers the yard, and somewhere a person is about to discover they are one glove short. The culprit sits right by the back steps: a lemon and white Basset Hound with long velvety ears, a freckled muzzle, and the most soulful, droopy eyes imaginable. Dangling from his jowls is a grey knit glove, its fingers flopping to one side. A few snowflakes cling to his fur, and his eyes glance sideways with an expression that somehow manages to look both guilty and completely unbothered. Behind him, frost coats the window of a pale gray house.

Basset Hounds are scent hounds, bred to follow trails with their noses, and that powerful sense of smell explains a lot about this kind of mischief. Gloves, socks, and slippers carry their owner's scent, which makes them especially appealing to many dogs. Grabbing one can also be a clever way to start a game of chase. Instead of chasing, many trainers suggest teaching a trade: offer a tasty treat in exchange for the item, then praise the dog for letting go. Practicing commands like drop it and leave it during calm moments makes them easier to use when something important goes missing. Small items like gloves and socks can be swallowed, so keep an eye on any chewing.

This hound, for his part, looks ready to negotiate. A biscuit or two might be all it takes to get that glove back, slightly soggy but otherwise intact.

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