Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Little River Duck Dog or Field?

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Name	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Field Spaniel
Origins	Canada	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	89	145
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel. What other names are these breeds known by?	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Field
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Field Spaniel. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Field Spaniel. Which breed is heavier?	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	44 pounds (20 kg)	42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field Spaniel? Is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever taller than a Field Spaniel?	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Field Spaniel. Which breed costs more?	$1800-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare training requirements.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare alertness levels.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare territorial behaviors.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Field Spaniel. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Sensitive Docile Sociable Adaptable Familiar Cautious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel?	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel social needs comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare play drive and energy.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare living space needs.	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare adaptability levels.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field 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.	Field Spaniel 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 vs Field Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare climate tolerances.	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 common health issues between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Field Spaniel. Which breed is healthier?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel?	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).	Average The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Autoimmune Hypothyroidism

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare activity levels.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare obesity risks.	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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel? Compare breed colors.	Red Gold	Black Blue Golden Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare drooling amounts.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Field Spaniel? Compare fur types.	Waterproof	Dense Silky Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field Spaniel? Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed more than Field Spaniel dogs?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare kid-friendliness.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	Field Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Field Spaniel? Can a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Field Spaniel be friends? Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs get along with Field Spaniel dogs?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Field 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.	No Field 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.	Field Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or a Field Spaniel? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel. Which has stronger military background?	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 Field Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Field Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel. Which groups are they in?	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 Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Field Spaniel. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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