Welsh Springer Spaniel
VS
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Compare Welsh Springer Spaniel 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
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
45 – 48 cm
45 – 51 cm
Weight
16 – 20 kg
17 – 23 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Welsh Springer Spaniel
Medium, athletic red-and-white spaniel from Wales, bred as a steady gundog. Affectionate, people-focused and often strongly bonded to one person. Needs substantial daily exercise, training and mental work. Sensitive, generally healthy, with a weatherproof coat that enjoys mud and water.
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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