Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Toller or Yellow Retriever?

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Name	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Golden Retriever
Origins	Canada	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Toller, Scotty, Novie, Little River Duck Dog	Yellow Retriever, Golden Flat Coat
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
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 in 1925 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 Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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
Price Which is cheaper, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Golden Retriever?	$1800-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever size comparison:	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Waterproof	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Golden Retriever color? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever color comparison:	Red Gold	Golden Light
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever shedding:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers shed moderately.	Golden Retrievers shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	2-3 weeks Frequent.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Courageous Gentle Responsive Alert Energetic Playful	Confident Intelligent Reliable Friendly Kind Trustworthy
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever smarter? Which is best? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
Trainability Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are easy to train.	Golden Retrievers are easy to train.
Playfulness Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.	Golden Retrievers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Golden Retrievers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are a social breed.	Golden Retrievers need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are average watchdogs.	Golden Retrievers are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are average defenders.	Golden Retrievers are average defenders.
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.	Moderate The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Golden Retrievers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have average wanderlust potential.	Golden Retrievers tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have a high impulse to chase and catch something.	Golden Retrievers 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Nem a legjobb választás Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever tartása lakásban.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Golden Retriever kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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 Retrievers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting 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 Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are not the most stranger friendly dogs.	Golden Retrievers are very stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retrievers are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retrievers are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retrievers are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retrievers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
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 Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Yes The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good 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.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are generally with other pets.	Golden Retrievers are usually friendly towards other pets.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	No data available	Allergies Bloat Cataracts Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hemangiosarcoma Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	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).
Life Expectancy Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Golden Retriever?	12-14 years	10-12 years
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Hypoallergenic Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are high energy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retrievers need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retrievers don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever? Does the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed eat more than the Golden Retriever breed?	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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to overweight.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Golden Retriever?	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.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	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.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Golden Retriever have? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Golden Retriever litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Laura Lang
Apr 4, 2020, 3:05:44 PM:
This was very helpful, thank you!
Gavin Johnston
May 24, 2020, 11:14:39 AM:
Some of the data was not correct. In fact, the Duck Toller is very smart and is used is many agility and obedience competitions.
poop
May 26, 2020, 2:48:18 AM:
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Doglover
Aug 6, 2020, 10:16:14 PM:
I like goldes better that’s just my opinion