Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Jindo

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

Quick Summary

Below are a few quick comparisons between the two breeds.
  • Owner Experience - Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Jindo are good for new owners, but the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a slightly better choice.
  • Children - Both breeds are child friendly, but the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is the most friendly between the breeds.
  • Grooming - The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is very easy to groom. The Jindo has high grooming requirements.
  • Barking - The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bark/howls frequently. The Jindo has an average level of barking.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Jindo
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Breed NameNova Scotia Duck Tolling RetrieverJindo
General Details
Breed TypePurebredPurebred
Is Hypo­allergenicNoNo
Lifespan10-14 yrs.12-14 yrs.
Height17-21 in.16-25 in.
Weight35-52 lb25-50 lb
IntelligenceHighHigh
History
Origin CountryCanadaKorea, Republic Of
Origin Year1945 AD1300 AD
Temperament
Overall FriendlinessVery GoodVery Good
Family FriendlyVery GoodVery Good
Kid FriendlyVery GoodGood
Pet FriendlyVery GoodGood
Stranger FriendlyVery GoodVery Good
Personality
  • Affectionate
  • Enjoys Attention
  • Stubborn
  • Willing To Please
  • Aggressive
  • Enjoys Attention
  • Loving
  • Does Not Like Being Alone
  • Stubborn
  • Willing To Please
Living Environment
ApartmentNoYes
IndoorYesYes
Small YardNoYes
Medium YardNoYes
Large YardYesYes
Temperature Tolerance ¹30°F to 70°F30°F to 80°F
Barks/HowlsVery OftenBelow Average
Exercise Needs
Energy LevelVery HighHigh
Exercise RequiredVery HighHigh
Top Running Speed22 mph22 mph
StrengthMedium-HighHigh
Grooming Needs
Coat Main­tenanceLowMedium-High
SheddingMediumMedium-High
DanderMediumMedium
Drool AmountNone-LowLow

¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
Instincts & Behavior Comparison
Breed NameNova Scotia Duck Tolling RetrieverJindo
Breed Mentality
Dominant/AlphaNoYes
Family/PackYesNo
IndependentNoYes
Breed Focus
Distracted EasilyYesYes
AverageYesNo
Focused & PatientNoYes
Breed Instincts
AggressionBelow AverageBelow Average
Burrow/DiggingAverageBelow Average
ChasingAverageAverage
Follow CommandsVery LowBelow Average
FightingBelow AverageBelow Average
GuardingBelow AverageAverage
HerdingVery LowBelow Average
HuntingHighHigh
ProtectionBelow AverageBelow Average
Remove VerminVery LowBelow Average
SleddingVery LowVery Low
WatchAverageVery Low
Health Comparison
Breed NameNova Scotia Duck Tolling RetrieverJindo
Lifespan
Lifespan10-14 yrs.12-14 yrs.
Common Health Issues
HypothyroidismNoYes
ObesityNoYes
Appearance Comparison
Breed NameNova Scotia Duck Tolling RetrieverJindo
Coat
HairYesNo
FurNoYes
Coat Type
Double CoatYesYes
Smooth CoatYesNo
Coat Texture
ShaggyYesNo
StraightYesYes
Coat Length(s)
MediumYesYes
Coat Color(s)
Golden RedYesNo
RedYesNo
Black (heukgu)NoYes
Black&tan (naenunbakyi Or Heukgal)NoYes
Gray (jaegu)NoYes
Tiger Brindle (hogu Or Hopi)NoYes
White (baekgu)NoYes
Yellow (hwanggu)NoYes