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Name	Flat-Coated Retriever	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Shetland Sheepdog
Origins	United Kingdom	Canada	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	96	89	24
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Flatte Flattie Flatcoat	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)	20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog height comparison:	22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)	14.5 inches (37 cm)

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1800-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog intelligence:	Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Devoted Optimistic	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog?	High: Flat-Coated Retriever 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.	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Flat-Coated Retriever 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog 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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever 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.	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog?	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.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog 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 Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an 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.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Very healthy dog breed.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Shetland Sheepdog 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: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Cancer	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Flat-Coated Retriever, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Shetland Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Flat-Coated 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 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 Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog?	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups 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? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever'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 Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog coat comparison:	Thick Shiny	Waterproof	Dense
Colors What are the original Flat-Coated Retriever, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Shetland Sheepdog color?	Black Liver	Red Gold	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog? Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Medium ⏺ The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Flat-Coated Retriever 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.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Good With Comparison

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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Flat-Coated Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Shetland Sheepdog? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Yes Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Shetland Sheepdog have?	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Shetland Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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 Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 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

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