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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Comparison – Which dog is better Little River Duck Dog or Labradoodle?

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Name Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Labradoodle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle. What other names are these breeds known by?
Little River Duck Dog
Novie
Scotty
Toller
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Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Labradoodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Cross Breed

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Large
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Labradoodle. Which breed is heavier?
37-51 pounds (17-23 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
44 pounds (20 kg) 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle? Is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever taller than a Labradoodle?
17-21 inches (43-53 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (48 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Labradoodle. Which breed costs more?
$1800-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle?
Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare training requirements.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Labradoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare alertness levels.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare territorial behaviors.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Labradoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Labradoodle. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Responsive
Affectionate
Gentle
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle?
High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle? Which can be better for hunting?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare play drive and energy.
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare living space needs.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever indoors.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Labradoodle indoors.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare adaptability levels.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare average lifespans.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Labradoodle. Which breed is healthier?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle?
Rare
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Diabetes Mellitus

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare activity levels.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare daily food needs.
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare allergy friendliness.
No See more. Yes See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle? Compare breed colors.
Red
Gold
Black
Blue
Cream
Silver
Chocolate
Gold
Apricot
Caramel
Chalky white
Café
Parchment
They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare maintenance needs.
Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare drooling amounts.
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Labradoodle? Compare fur types.
Waterproof Fine
Variety of coat types
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare bathing frequencies.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle? Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed more than Labradoodle dogs?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Labradoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare kid-friendliness.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Labradoodle? Can a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Labradoodle be friends? Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs get along with Labradoodle dogs?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle?
Yes
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare SAR abilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Which is better on boats: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Labradoodle? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle. Which has stronger military background?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle. Which has larger litters?
6-10 puppies 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Labradoodle. Which is more widely recognized?
No data available Australian Labradoodle Association
International Australian Labradoodle Association

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