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Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Labradoodle or Little River Duck Dog or Bernedoodles? Find the right dog for you

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Name Labradoodle Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bernedoodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
No data available Little River Duck Dog
Novie
Scotty
Toller
Bernedoodles
Bernese Mountain Poo
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Cross Breed

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
Large Medium Small
Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle weight comparison:
50-64 pounds (22-34 kg) 37-51 pounds (17-23 kg) 10-90 pounds (4.5-41 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
57.5 pounds (26 kg) 44 pounds (20 kg) 50 pounds (23 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle height comparison:
Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) 17-21 inches (43-53 cm) 10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 19 inches (48 cm) 19 inches (48 cm)

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $1800-$2000 $700-$4500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle intelligence:
Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle trainability comparison.
Labradoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bernedoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Labradoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Responsive
Affectionate
Gentle
Stubborn
Loyal
Gentle
Clever
Goofy
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle?
High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bernedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle social needs comparison:
Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Bernedoodle dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bernedoodle 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.
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Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle playfulness comparison:
The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed.
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The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle?
Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally.
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Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
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 Labradoodle 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.
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 Bernedoodle indoors.

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Labradoodle 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.
Average: Bernedoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
Labradoodle 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.
Bernedoodle 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.

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernedoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bernedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle mouthiness comparison:
Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernedoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle?
Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Eye Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Diseases
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Labradoodle 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).
Rare
The Bernedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Labradoodle, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Bernedoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
4 to 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. 1 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle coat comparison:
Fine
Variety of coat types
Waterproof Curly
Wavy
Straight
Colors
What are the original Labradoodle, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Bernedoodle color?
Black
Blue
Cream
Silver
Chocolate
Gold
Apricot
Caramel
Chalky white
Café
Parchment
They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Red
Gold
Black
Tricolor
Black & White
Brown & Black
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle grooming comparison:
Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Labradoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bernedoodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle?

Low 🔽

The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bernedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bernedoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Bernedoodle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle?
Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle?
Yes
Labradoodle 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
Bernedoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Labradoodle 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
Bernedoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bernedoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Labradoodle or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bernedoodle? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle?

Yes

Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Bernedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Labradoodle and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Bernedoodle have?
4-10 puppies 6-10 puppies 3-10 puppies

Labradoodle vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bernedoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Australian Labradoodle Association
International Australian Labradoodle Association
No data available American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club

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