#38: Filming Took an Emotional Toll on Toto

The production proved to be a challenging and occasionally perilous endeavor for its cast and crew, and not even Toto, the beloved canine star, was spared from the harsh on-set conditions. Terry, the dog who portrayed Toto, reportedly experienced “nervous breakdowns” during filming, a testament to the demanding nature of the shoot.

In a particularly unfortunate incident, one of the guards accompanying the Wicked Witch of the West stepped on Terry, injuring her leg and necessitating a few weeks of recovery away from the set. This highlights the physical risks and stresses that even the animal actors faced during the making of this iconic film, adding yet another layer of intrigue to the behind-the-scenes challenges of The Wizard of Oz.