Overview
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a hunting dog that originated in Canada. The breed is named after its “tolling” ability to lure waterfowl during hunting.
Appearance & Grooming
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a medium-sized dog with a muscular body. The breed has a waterproof double coat in red and gold. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever sheds seasonally and requires weekly brushing when shedding.
Behavior & Disposition
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is affectionate, energetic, and sociable. They tend to play well with older children and other dogs. However, adult supervision is recommended when playing with younger children.
Activity Level
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a high activity level, but it is still easy for the breed to become overweight. For optimal health, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever should be carefully monitored for calorie consumption.
Training
Positive reinforcement is an effective training method for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.
