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Name	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Norwegian Elkhound	Finnish Lapphund
Origins	Canada	Norway	Finland
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound	Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Which is the smallest dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund weight comparison:	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	39.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund height comparison:	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2000	$500-$700	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund trainability comparison.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? 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.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold	Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund?	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund social needs comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Finnish Lapphund 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund playfulness comparison:	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund?	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. 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 Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	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 Norwegian Elkhound indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund 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.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund mouthiness comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	No data available
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 Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund lifespan comparison. How long do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Norwegian Elkhound and Finnish Lapphund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund?	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 cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund energy level comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund 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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Norwegian Elkhound and Finnish Lapphund color?	Red Gold	Black Gray White Silver	Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound 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 Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or {name3 shedding:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. 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 Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund?	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund 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. See more.	The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund 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.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog is more friendly?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most 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 Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Finnish Lapphund 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.	Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound or Finnish Lapphund? 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.
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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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund 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 Norwegian Elkhound and Finnish Lapphund have?	6-10 puppies	5-10 puppies	2-9 puppies
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Finnish Lapphund 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 in 1913 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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