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There are two different types of Welsh Corgi dogs: the Cardigan and the Pembroke. Some breed historians believe that Corgis came from Nordic and Spitz types, but others claim that Corgis are descendants of the Dachshund family.

Did you know that Shih Tzu actually means “little lion”? In this episode of "Talkin’ Dogs," we give you five facts about this spunky little breed.

Until the mid-1900s, these dogs were often considered part of the older, more popular Coonhound and Foxhound breeds, but they eventually split into their own breeds at the request of breeders and owners. Today, they are some of the most popular hunting hounds used extensively on multiple games and quarries.

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is believed to have descended from ancient war and hunting dogs of Mesopotamia, and ancient herding dogs of the Middle East. Today, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog’s exceptional flock-guardian capabilities are coming front and center, and they are growing in popularity.

Much of the Cairn Terrier’s popularity can be attributed the breed’s success in cinema. In the film adaption of The Wizard of Oz, the role Toto was played by a Cairn Terrier named Terry. Over the course of her film career, Terry performed alongside a number of A-list actors and starred in a total of sixteen films.