Breed Group: Sporting
Temperament
Outgoing, Alert, Patient, Intelligent, Loving
Weight
Metric: 16 – 23 kg
Imperial: 35 – 50 lbs
Height
Metric: 43 – 53 cm
Imperial: 17 – 21 inches
Life Span
12 – 14 years
Interesting Facts
- The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a medium-sized sporting breed.
- The breed was originally developed in the province of Nova Scotia, Canada.
- They were primarily bred for retrieving waterfowl and tolling, which is a method of luring ducks towards hunters.
- The breed is known for their excellent swimming skills and water-resistant double coat.
- They have a unique hunting style that involves playing and frolicking near the water to attract the curiosity of ducks.