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Name	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Golden Retriever
Origins	United States	Canada	Scotland
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever breeds.	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Classification Compare size differences between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

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

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$2000	$1800-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

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

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Miniature 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.	Golden 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: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Average to High: Miniature 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.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Golden Retriever 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?	Miniature 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.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

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

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Miniature 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.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?	Miniature 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.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Miniature 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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?	Miniature 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.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

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

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?	The Miniature 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.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Miniature 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).	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

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

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. 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.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?	1 to 2 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.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

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

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Red Gold	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Miniature 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.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Waterproof	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Miniature Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?	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
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Miniature 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.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has most military use?	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.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?	2-6 puppies	6-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended?	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.

Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by 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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Miniature Australian Shepherd, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.	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

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