Compare the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.
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| Breed Name | Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever | Wirehaired Pointing Griffon |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | Yes |
| Lifespan | 10-14 yrs. | 12-14 yrs. |
| Height | 17-21 in. | 20-24 in. |
| Weight | 35-52 lb | 50-60 lb |
| Intelligence | High | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Canada | Netherlands |
| Origin Year | 1945 AD | 1873 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | No | No |
| Indoor | Yes | Yes |
| Small Yard | No | No |
| Medium Yard | No | No |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 30°F to 70°F | 30°F to 80°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | Very High | High |
| Exercise Required | Very High | High |
| Top Running Speed | 22 mph | 24 mph |
| Strength | Medium-High | Medium |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Low | Low |
| Shedding | Medium | Low |
| Dander | Medium | Low |
| Drool Amount | None-Low | Low |
| Breed Name | Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever | Wirehaired Pointing Griffon |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | No | No |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | Yes | No |
| Average | Yes | No |
| Focused & Patient | No | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Below Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Average | Average |
| Chasing | Average | Average |
| Follow Commands | Very Low | Very Low |
| Fighting | Below Average | Below Average |
| Guarding | Below Average | Below Average |
| Herding | Very Low | Very Low |
| Hunting | High | High |
| Protection | Below Average | Average |
| Remove Vermin | Very Low | Below Average |
| Sledding | Very Low | Very Low |
| Watch | Average | Average |
| Breed Name | Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever | Wirehaired Pointing Griffon |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 10-14 yrs. | 12-14 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Ear Infections | No | Yes |
| Ectropion | No | Yes |
| Entropion | No | Yes |
| Hip Dysplasia | No | Yes |
| Hypothyroidism | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever | Wirehaired Pointing Griffon |
| Coat | ||
| Hair | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Double Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Smooth Coat | Yes | No |
| Wire Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Shaggy | Yes | No |
| Straight | Yes | Yes |
| Rough | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Medium | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Golden Red | Yes | No |
| Red | Yes | No |
| Brown | No | Yes |
| Brown & Grey | No | Yes |
| Chestnut | No | Yes |
| Chestnut & Grey | No | Yes |
| White | No | Yes |
| White & Chestnut | No | Yes |
| White & Orange | No | Yes |
