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Name	Welsh Springer Spaniel	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Bull Terrier
Origins	Wales	Canada	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier breeds.	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Classification Compare size differences between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

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

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1400	$1800-$2000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier?	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.

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

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier?	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Bull Terrier 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? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bull Terrier 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

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

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed is most playful?	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an 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.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

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

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?	The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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).	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	No data available	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning

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

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which breed is most active?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. 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.	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	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.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. What colors are available?	Red White	Red Gold	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which drools least?	The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky Soft Straight	Waterproof	Dense Smooth
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier? Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which is best with kids?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Bull Terrier?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier?	Yes Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Yes Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which has most military use?	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 5
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. What's recommended?	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.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Welsh Springer Spaniel, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Bull Terrier. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	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

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