Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-21 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
35-52 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
Canada
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1945 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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
Average
Personality
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
High
Grooming Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cleft palate
Collie eye anomaly
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
Buff
Buff
Red
Red
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