The term 'Curly-Tailed Dog' can refer to several different breeds of dogs, including the BASENJI (7 letters), AKITA (5 letters), PUG (3 letters), Spitz (5 letters), and CHOWCHOW (8 letters). The BASENJI is a small, short-haired hunting dog from Central Africa, while the AKITA is a large, strong Japanese breed. The PUG is a small, stocky breed with a distinctive curly tail, while the Spitz is a medium-sized Nordic breed with a thick coat and a curled tail. Finally, the CHOWCHOW is a large, sturdy Chinese breed with a thick, curly tail.