Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
- Height 46–53 cm 43–51 cm
- Weight 16–23 kg
- Life span 12–14 years
- Exercise 60 min/day
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is in the AKC's Sporting Group. It comes from Canada, Nova Scotia (Yarmouth County) (early 19th century). Adults weigh 16–23 kg. It stands 43–53 cm tall. It typically lives 12–14 years. It is not considered hypoallergenic.
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a medium-sized breed of gun dog that originated in Nova Scotia. It is an active and energetic breed, with a short, wavy coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are strong and muscular, and its tail is usually docked. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.
- Group
- Sporting Group
- Origin
- Canada, Nova Scotia (Yarmouth County) (early 19th century)
- Coat
- medium double · golden red, dark coppery red, and red with white markings
- Also known as
- Toller, Duck Toller, Yarmouth Toller, Little River Duck Dog, and Little Red Duck Dog
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC, KC, CKC
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Id
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Traits
- Energy
- Trainability
- Barking
- Grooming
- Shedding
- Drooling
- Good with children
- Good with dogs
- Good with strangers
- Apartment friendly
Every rating runs from 1 to 5 against dogs in general, so a 3 is an average dog rather than an average Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. They are researched estimates, not measurements.
Researched from images.akc.org toller.ca en.wikipedia.org ukcdogs.com showsightmagazine.com borrowmydoggy.com
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever FAQ
- How long does a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever live?
- The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a life span of 12–14 years.
- How big does a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever get?
- Adults weigh 16–23 kg. Height ranges from 43–53 cm.
- Is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever hypoallergenic?
- No, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is not considered hypoallergenic.
- What group is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever in?
- The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is in the AKC's Sporting Group.
More from the Sporting Group
-
American Water Spaniel
9
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Barbet
8
-
Boykin Spaniel
8
-
Brittany
4
-
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
10
-
Clumber Spaniel
9
-
Cocker Spaniel
9
-
Curly-Coated Retriever
9
Similar in size
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Carolina Dog
6
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Finnish Lapphund
10
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Xoloitzcuintli
6
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Australian Cattle Dog
10
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Azawakh
8
-
Canaan Dog
10
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