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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Little River Duck Dog or French Water Dog or American Brown Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Barbet American Water Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Little River Duck Dog
Novie
Scotty
Toller
French Water Dog American Brown Spaniel
American Brown Water Spaniel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?
Medium Large
Medium
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or Barbet? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel weight comparison:
37-51 pounds (17-23 kg) 37–62 pounds (17–28 kg ) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
44 pounds (20 kg) 37–62 pounds (17–28 kg ) 35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel height comparison:
17-21 inches (43-53 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm) 15-18 inches (36-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (48 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm) 16.5 inches (41 cm)

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$1800-$2000 $600-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel trainability comparison.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Barbet dogs are quite easy to train.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Barbet dogs are average watchdogs.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Barbet dogs are average defenders.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Responsive
Affectionate
Gentle
Intelligent
Obedient
Joyful
Companionable
Cheerful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: American Water Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel?
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: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Barbet dogs are a social breed.
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American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Barbet 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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American Water Spaniel 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 vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Barbet is a highly playful breed.
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The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel?
Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?
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 Barbet indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
American Water Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?
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.
Barbet 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.
American Water Spaniel 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 vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Barbet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The American Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Hernia
Overbite
Underbite
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Distichiasis
Mitral Valve Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
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).
Frequent
The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Barbet and American Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel energy level comparison:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 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? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
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 Barbet has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel coat comparison:
Waterproof Waterproof Curly
Colors
What are the original Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Barbet and American Water Spaniel color?
Red
Gold
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Fawn
Brown
Liver
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or {name3 shedding:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Barbet dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel?
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
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
No See more. Yes See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel?

Medium

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

Medium

The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel 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.
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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: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Barbet or American Water Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

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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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?

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.

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: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel?

Yes

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

American Water Spaniel breed usually likes 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.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel 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.
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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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Barbet and American Water Spaniel have?
6-10 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Barbet vs American Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940 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 Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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