Boston Terrier vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

Compare the Boston Terrier to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boston Terriers and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers.

Boston Terrier vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
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General Details
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-14 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
17-21 Inches
Weight
10-25 Pounds
35-52 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Origin Country
United States
Canada
Origin Year
1870 AD
1945 AD
Temperament
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
30-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Allergies
Reverse sneezing
Cherry eye
Deafness
Brain tumors
Megaesophagus
Addison's disease
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cleft palate
Collie eye anomaly
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Boston Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Buff
Buff
Red
Red
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