Hob

A Hob is a type of small mythological spirit found in the north and midlands of England, but especially on the Anglo-Scottish border, according to traditional folklore of those regions. They could live inside the house or outdoors. They are said to work in farmyards and thus could be helpful, however if offended they could become nuisances. The folklore depicts a negative interaction with clothing and would be highly insulted if anyone offered them shoes as these creatures considered the clothes of mankind to be inferior to their own. Hobs are very closely related to Boggarts and indeed, if angered enough can transform into one.