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The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, who was once known as the Little River Duck Dog, is one of the smallest retrievers. They use the art of tolling which is to frisk and leap about at the mouth of a funnel-like net in order to lure ducks into the trap. Strong and reliable, they never hesitate to jump into icy-cold water. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are a wonderful companion, a great playmate and a flashy show dog, they are a willing and happy bird dog.
Height: 17 - 21 inches
Weight: 37 - 51 lb.
Colors: Red fox, with white marking on chest, feet and tip of tail, and sometimes on face.
Coat: Moderately long and close lying, with a thick, wavy undercoat.
Temperament: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are responsive, active
With Children: Yes, patient with children.
With Pets: Yes, gets along well with other dogs.
Special Skills: Field sports dog and family pet.
Watch-dog: High
Guard-dog: Low
Care and Exercise: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers need their coats b rushed weekly, paying special attention during shedding. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers need sufficient exercise such as a daily walk on the leash or free exercise in a field. Also enjoys swimming or retrieving.
Training: Fast learners and easy to train as they enjoying working for their handlers. Young dogs need to practice retrieving, having young children throwing sticks for them to retrieve will develop a close relationship.
Learning Rate: High
Activity: High
Living Environment: As long as sufficient outdoor exercise is provided they will make a fine housedog.
Health Issues: Hip dysplasia and eye problem.
Life Span: 12 - 14 years
Litter Size: 4 - 6
Country of Origin: Canada
History: Originated from Nova Scotia one of the maritime provinces of Canada they are said to have been a cross of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Golden Retriever. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers were used to hunt duck with their unique way of luring curious ducks within range of the concealed hunters gun by creating a disturbance at the edge of the water. Though they have been around for over 100 years, they just received recognition by the FCI in 1982.
Class: Gundog
Registries: ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 8), KC (GB), UKC
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