Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Pastore Svizzero Bianco or Little River Duck Dog?

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Name	Berger Blanc Suisse	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Origins	Switzerland	Canada
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	391	89
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Pastore Svizzero Bianco Weisser Schweizer Schäferhund White Swiss Shepherd Dog	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Berger Blanc Suisse and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Berger Blanc Suisse and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 66–88 lbs (30–40 kg), Female: 55–77 lbs (25–35 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 lbs (35 kg), Female: 66 lbs (30 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Berger Blanc Suisse or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Is a Berger Blanc Suisse taller than a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Berger Blanc Suisse and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$2500-$3000	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Berger Blanc Suisse or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	The Berger Blanc Suisse is a playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Berger Blanc Suisse breed.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Berger Blanc Suisse or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Berger Blanc Suisse 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 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.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Berger Blanc Suisse has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Berger Blanc Suisse bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	11-13 years The average lifespan of Berger Blanc Suisse: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Berger Blanc Suisse can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Berger Blanc Suisse and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	Berger Blanc Suisses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Frequent The Berger Blanc Suisse should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health problems comparison:	Allergies Bloat Joint Dysplasia	No data available

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare breed colors.	White	Red Gold
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Berger Blanc Suisse is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Berger Blanc Suisse and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare fur types.	Dense Straight	Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Berger Blanc Suisse or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Do Berger Blanc Suisse dogs shed more than Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs?	Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? 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 Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Berger Blanc Suisse breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Berger Blanc Suisse or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. 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.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Berger Blanc Suisse and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club	No data available

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