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Name	Bernese Mountain Dog	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	Switzerland	Canada	Portugal
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1800-$2000	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog mouthiness comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Very healthy dog breed.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once 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).	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Bernese Mountain Dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog energy level comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	Bernese Mountain Dog 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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. 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.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:	Dense	Waterproof	Curly
Colors What are the original Bernese Mountain Dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Portuguese Water Dog color?	Black White	Red Gold	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog 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.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bernese Mountain Dog and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Portuguese Water Dog have?	1-14 puppies, average 8	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club

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