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Name	Kooikerhondje	Australian Shepherd	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Origins	Netherlands	United States	Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	413	17	89
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight comparison:	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever height comparison:	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever trainability comparison.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very 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: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. 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 Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever social needs comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. 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?	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kooikerhondje 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd 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 Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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 Kooikerhondje indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd 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: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Australian Shepherd 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.	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.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd 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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health problems comparison:	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 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: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje 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 Australian Shepherd 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever energy level comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd 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 Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Shepherd 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: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherd 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

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd'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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever coat comparison:	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Feathered	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Kooikerhondje, Australian Shepherd and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever color?	Red White Orange	Black Red Blue Merle	Red Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd 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 Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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, Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd 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?	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most 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 Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd 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 Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	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 Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd 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 Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd 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?	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kooikerhondje or Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? 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.	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 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: Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd 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.
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.

Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Kooikerhondje and Australian Shepherd and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever have?	5-7 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7	6-10 puppies
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Kooikerhondje vs Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	No data available

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