Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Easy Training: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is eager to work for its handlers, so training is usually straightforward. It learns quickly, but can grow bored easily if training is not dynamic. In addition to hunting and tracking, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever excels at obedience and agility trials. Because Tollers run as much as they swim when hunting, they are smaller and more agile than most other retrievers. Their powerful yet compact build enables them to rush around tirelessly, leaping and retrieving with tail always wagging. The jaws are strong enough to carry a duck. Because they were bred to work in icy waters, they have a water-repelling double coat of medium length. A longer coat is not appropriate for a working dog, although the tail feathering should be long, adding to the emphasis of the wagging tail. A white blazeon the face, chest, tail tip or feet is characteristic, and may serve to make the dog's gamboling more noticeable to distant ducks. As befitting a dog bred to play and retrieve tirelessly, the Toller is very energetic and playful. You cannot throw a ball just once for a Toller! Everything they do is done with gusto, whether it's hunting, obedience, agility or just walking around the block. They are alert but not hyperactive, and can adjust to many circumstances. They are affectionate and gentle, but young Tollers can be overly boisterous at times. They are good with children, other dogs and pets. Tollers may be initially wary of strangers, but warm up quickly. They learn fast and are generally willing to please, but bore easily and then can be a bit stubborn.
| 05: | Jake |
| Barking Tendencies: | 3 stars Occassional |
| Child Friendly: | 5 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Other names: | Toller, Scotty, Novie, Little River Duck Dog |
| 04: | Oliver |
| 06: | Rocco |
| 10: | Riley |
| Litter Size: | 6-10 puppies |
| Weight: | 37-51 pounds (17-23 kg) |
| 01: | Max |
| 02: | Cooper |
| Exercise Needs: | 4 stars The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever requires about an hour a day of strenuous exercise. It enjoys hunting or going for a walk, but swimming and retrieving are its favorite activities. |
| Name: | Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever |
| Origin: | Canada |
| Popularity: | 2022: #81 2021: #92 2020: #90 2019: #86 2018: #83 2017: #89 2016: #87 2015: #99 |
| Size: | Medium |
| Health Issues: | 4 stars Hypoallergenic: NoThis is a healthy working breed that is increasing in popularity. With its limited gene pool, a corresponding increase in some health dangers has occurred. Besides some thyroid and autoimmune problems, progressive retinal atrophy is starting to show up. |
| Intelligence: | 2 stars Ranking: # Full Ranking List |
| Shedding Level: | 3 stars Constant and Seasonal Shedding: Brush him daily during spring and fall, when he sheds heavily. As with most dogs, there is a certain amount of shedding year-round. Bathe him only as needed, which shouldn’t be more than a few times a year unless he rolls in something stinky. |
| Stranger Friendly: | 2 stars |
| Watchdog Ability: | 3 stars |
| Temperament: | Affectionate Alert Courageous Energetic Gentle Playful Responsive |
| 08: | Tucker |
| Adaptability: | 5 stars |
| Apartment Friendly: | 5 stars The Nova Scotia Duck-tolling Retriever will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. This breed does well in cold climates. |
| Height: | 17-21 inches (43-53 cm) |
| Life span: | 12-14 years |
| Puppy Prices: | Average $1500 - $2500 USD The average price for purchasing a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever puppy will depend on numerous factors, containing the breeder you select, the number of the puppies, the sex, inclusions, pedigree, and the breeder’s location. According to the research, people looking to purchase one should be ready to spend around $1,500 for a non-pedigree puppy to $2,500 for a superior puppy from a decent breeder. |
| Rank: | Boy Names |
| Type: | Purebred |
| 03: | Buddy |
| 07: | Toby |
| Cat Friendly: | 3 stars |
| Dog Friendly: | 5 stars |
| Grooming: | 2 stars Low Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. Occasional trimming or stripping needed. |
| Trainability: | 5 stars More + Less - Easy Training: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is eager to work for its handlers, so training is usually straightforward. It learns quickly, but can grow bored easily if training is not dynamic. In addition to hunting and tracking, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever excels at obedience and agility trials. |
| 09: | Buster |
| Breed Group: | Sporting (AKC:2003) Gun Dogs (UKC) |
| Colors: | Red Red Gold |
| Playfulness: | 5 stars |