Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Spinone Italiano

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

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Spinone Italiano
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
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General Details
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
9-12 Years
Height
17-21 Inches
22½-27½ Inches
Weight
35-52 Pounds
61-85 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Origin Country
Canada
Italy
Origin Year
1945 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
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
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Energy Level
Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Above Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
9-12 Years
Health Concerns
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cleft palate
Collie eye anomaly
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Bloat
Cerebellar ataxia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Shaggy
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Breed Colors
Buff
Buff
Red
Red
Brown Roan
Brown Roan
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
White
White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Orange
White and Orange
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