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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Little River Duck Dog or Cantab Terrier or Beagle-Pug? Find the right dog for you

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Name Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Norwich Terrier Puggle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Little River Duck Dog
Novie
Scotty
Toller
Cantab Terrier
Jones Terrier
Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier
Trumpington Terrier
Beagle-Pug
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Which is the smallest dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
Medium Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Norwich Terrier? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle weight comparison:
37-51 pounds (17-23 kg) 10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg) 15-40 pounds (7-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
44 pounds (20 kg) 11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg) 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle height comparison:
17-21 inches (43-53 cm) 10 inches (25 cm) 10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (48 cm) 10 inches (25 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Which is more expensive?
$1800-$2000 $1400-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Puggle is easier than average to get.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle trainability comparison.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Puggle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? 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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Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Puggle dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Responsive
Affectionate
Gentle
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Puggle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?
High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Puggle dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle social needs comparison:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Puggle dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Puggle 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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Norwich Terrier 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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Puggle 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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle playfulness comparison:
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Puggle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?
Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Puggle barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
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.
Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Puggle breed.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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.
Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Puggle 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 Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Norwich Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Puggle bite force: Weak.
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 Norwich Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Puggle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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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Norwich Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Puggle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Puggles are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Obesity
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 Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Puggle 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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle lifespan comparison. How long do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Norwich Terrier and Puggle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Puggle: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?
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 Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle energy level comparison:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Puggle dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Puggle dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Puggle dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, 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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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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High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Puggle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle coat comparison:
Waterproof Wiry
Soft
Smooth
Straight
Colors
What are the original Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Norwich Terrier and Puggle color?
Red
Gold
Black
Tan
Red
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Puggle requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Puggle dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?

Medium

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

Medium

The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Puggle 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.
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The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Puggle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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.
Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Puggle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Which dog is more friendly?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Puggle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Puggle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Puggle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Puggle 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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?
Yes
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Norwich Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Puggle dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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
Norwich Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Puggle is one of the best dog breeds 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.
Norwich Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Puggles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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 Norwich Terrier or Puggle? 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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?

Yes

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Puggle breed usually doesn't like 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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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 Norwich Terrier and Puggle have?
6-10 puppies 1-3 puppies 3-5 puppies

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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 1936 as a Terrier breed. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

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