Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs West Highland White Terrier

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

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs West Highland White Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
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General Details
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-14 Years
11-16 Years
Height
17-21 Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
35-52 Pounds
15-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Origin Country
Canada
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1945 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
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
West Highland White Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
30-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
11-16 Years
Health Concerns
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cleft palate
Collie eye anomaly
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Shaker syndrome
Westie jaw
Inflammatory bowel disease
Atopic dermatitis
Hyperplastic dermatosis
Krabbe disease
Pulmonary fibrosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Colors
Buff
Buff
Red
Red
White
White
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