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Name	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Goldendoodle
Origins	Canada	United States	United States Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

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

Size Which is bigger, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	44 pounds (20 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

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

Price Which is cheaper, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2000	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? 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. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Energetic Intelligent Friendly 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. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

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

Playfulness Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	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 Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	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.	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

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

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle mouthiness comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

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

Health Issues Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	No data available	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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).	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	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.	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

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

Energy Level Who has more energy a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle energy level comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

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

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Waterproof	Feathered	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Goldendoodle color?	Red Gold	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low 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. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Miniature Australian Shepherd and Goldendoodle have?	6-10 puppies	2-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

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

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