Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Kooikerhondje

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

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Kooikerhondje
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
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General Details
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
17-21 Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
35-52 Pounds
20-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Origin Country
Canada
Netherlands
Origin Year
1945 AD
1971 AD
Temperament
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Energy Level
Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cleft palate
Collie eye anomaly
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Luxating patella
Epilepsy
Kidney issues
Hereditary necrotising myelopathy
Myositis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Kooikerhondje
Breed Colors
Buff
Buff
Red
Red
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