Keeshond
VS
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Keeshond vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Compare Keeshond and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Keeshond
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 49 cm
45 – 51 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
17 – 23 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Keeshond
Great with kids
Easy to train
Medium
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Keeshond
The Keeshond is a medium, sturdy spitz with a thick wolf‑grey double coat and trademark eye “spectacles.” A devoted family companion, it is affectionate, alert, and vocal but rarely aggressive. Intelligent and lively, it trains well with gentle methods and needs regular brushing and daily interaction.
About Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Medium, athletic retriever, the smallest of its group, bred in Nova Scotia to lure and retrieve waterfowl. Has a red, foxlike, water‑repellent coat, high intelligence, and emotional sensitivity. Needs substantial daily mental and physical activity and can excel in many dog sports.
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