Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Heidewachtel or Little River Duck Dog?

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Name	Small Munsterlander	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Origins	Germany	Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	198	89
Reviews	2	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Is the Small Munsterlander bigger than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed? Is a Small Munsterlander smaller than a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Is a Small Munsterlander taller than a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Small Munsterlander and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	$800-$1000	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever smarter? Which is best? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever social needs comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Small Munsterlander 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Small Munsterlander 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.	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.

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Small Munsterlander and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Small Munsterlander and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever energy level comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Does the Small Munsterlander breed eat more than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever coat comparison:	Dense Thick	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Small Munsterlander and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever color? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever color comparison:	White & Brown	Red Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever grooming comparison:	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Do Small Munsterlander dogs shed more than Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs?	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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: Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	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 Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Can a Small Munsterlander and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever be friends? Do Small Munsterlander dogs get along with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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: Small Munsterlander or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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: Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes 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.

Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Small Munsterlander and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever have? Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Small Munsterlander vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Recognition Comparison

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

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