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

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Name	Golden Retriever	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Origins	Scotland	Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Is the Golden Retriever bigger than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed? Is a Golden Retriever smaller than a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Is a Golden Retriever taller than a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Golden Retriever and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	$1000-$2000	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever smarter? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retriever 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 Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	High: Golden 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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 Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Golden 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Golden 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retriever 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.

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever 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
Biting Potential Is a Golden Retriever more dangerous than a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever 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.

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Rare The Golden 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Golden Retriever and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever 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: Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Does the Golden Retriever breed eat more than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed?	3 to 4 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. 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

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever color? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever color comparison:	Golden Light	Red Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever 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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Do Golden Retriever dogs shed more than Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs?	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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: Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	The Golden Retriever 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.

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Can a Golden Retriever and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever be friends? Do Golden Retriever dogs get along with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs?	Golden Retriever dogs are very 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: Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Yes Golden 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds 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?	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Yes Golden 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.
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.
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.

Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever have? Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever litter size comparison:	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting 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.
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	No data available

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Laura Lang
Apr 4, 2020, 3:05:44 PM:
This was very helpful, thank you!
Gavin Johnston
May 24, 2020, 11:14:39 AM:
Some of the data was not correct. In fact, the Duck Toller is very smart and is used is many agility and obedience competitions.
poop
May 26, 2020, 2:48:18 AM:
cool bro.
Doglover
Aug 6, 2020, 10:16:14 PM:
I like goldes better that’s just my opinion
Ruby Ann
Nov 15, 2022, 2:23:01 AM:
This was very helpful, yet I'm not positive that all the info is correct, since I have been studying both of these dogs.