Dog born with attractive feature (6)

I believe the answer is:

basset

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'dog' is the definition.
(type of dog)

I can't explain the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for basset that I've seen before include "Hound (named Fred?)" , "GAME" , "Low-set hound" , "Hound with short legs and long ears" , "Sturdy hunting dog" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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