Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
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Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Compare Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) 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
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
45 – 51 cm
43 – 47 cm
Weight
17 – 23 kg
16 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
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.
About Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
The Spanish Water Dog is a medium, curly‑coated working breed from Spain, used for herding and water tasks. Loyal and often bonded to one person, it is energetic, intelligent, reserved with strangers, and a natural watchdog, needing substantial exercise, training, and specific coat care.
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