In Ray Bradbury's novel "Fahrenheit 451," what Montag mistakes for the Mechanical Hound is actually a dead hound. Montag, the protagonist, comes across the dead hound while fleeing from the authorities. Due to the Hound's menacing and robotic nature, Montag initially believes that the dead hound is the Mechanical Hound coming after him. However, he soon realizes that it is a different hound, lifeless and devoid of any threat. This encounter serves as a moment of confusion and fear for Montag as he continues his journey of rebellion against the dystopian society he lives in.
~~~Harsha~~~