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

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Name	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origins	Canada	Wales
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bigger than the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed? Is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever smaller than a Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel weight comparison:	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever taller than a Welsh Springer Spaniel?	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Welsh Springer Spaniel?	$1800-$2000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel smarter? Which is best? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? 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.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel?	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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	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 Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Rare The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Welsh Springer Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Welsh Springer Spaniel?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	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 Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Does the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed eat more than the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed?	2.5 to 3 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel coat comparison:	Waterproof	Silky Soft Straight
Colors What are the original Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Welsh Springer Spaniel color? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel color comparison:	Red Gold	Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel?	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Can a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and a Welsh Springer Spaniel be friends? Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs get along with Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? 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.
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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
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.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Welsh Springer Spaniel have? Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 1914 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 Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available

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