The American Kennel Club recently added the Mudi and the Russian Toy to their list of recognized breeds, bringing the AKC's dog breed count to 199 Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE.

Hailing from Hungary, the mudi is a farm dog that, like the Belgian Laekenois ... Originally called the Russian Wolfhound, the Borzoi, Russian for "swift," underwent a name change in 1936 amid ...

when the Mudi, Russian Toy, and Bracco Italiano were added. Those who want to see the new breed in person can purchase tickets to the National Dog Show. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for ...