Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Pointer or Little River Duck Dog?

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Name	Vizsla	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Origins	Hungary	Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Vizsla and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Vizsla and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Is a Vizsla taller than a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Vizsla and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1200	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Vizsla dogs are 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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Vizsla and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Sensitive: Vizsla 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: Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	High: Vizsla 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 Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever social needs comparison:	Vizsla 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 Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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 Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Vizsla 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	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

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	Vizsla 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Vizsla 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.

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Vizsla 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla 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

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Vizsla and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once 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
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	No data available

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Vizsla 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 Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Vizsla 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: Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Vizsla 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

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the 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.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 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

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Red Gold
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. 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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Vizsla 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Vizsla and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare fur types.	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Do Vizsla dogs shed more than Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs?	Vizsla 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

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Vizsla 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 Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Vizsla 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Vizsla 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 Vizsla or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Can a Vizsla and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever be friends? Do Vizsla dogs get along with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other 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: Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Yes Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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?	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Vizsla or a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Vizsla vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Vizsla and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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