Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
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The smallest retriever, bred in Nova Scotia to play along the shoreline and lure curious ducks within range, then fetch them from cold water. The Toller is quick, clever and intense, with a high-pitched scream when excited and a strong need for work.
At a glance
The tradeoffs, honestly
Tollers are busy dogs that need daily running and mental work, and many make a piercing scream when excited. They can be reserved with strangers and shed heavily twice a year.
Common questions
Is a Toller a good first dog?
Only for a very active first-time owner who wants to train. Tollers are smart and affectionate but high-drive, vocal and easily bored. They shine in agility, obedience, dock diving and hunting.
What health problems do Tollers have, and what should be tested?
Autoimmune disease such as lupus and Addison's, hip dysplasia, eye disease and cleft palate occur. Ask for OFA hips, a recent eye exam and DNA results for prcd-PRA, CEA and CP1 on both parents, and ask about autoimmune disease in the line.
What is the Toller scream?
A loud, high-pitched cry many Tollers make when excited, such as before a walk or a retrieve. It can be managed with training but rarely disappears, so consider neighbors before you commit.
What health tests should a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever have?
Ask for Health certificate or vet exam on file, Core vaccinations current, Registration papers on file, Microchip registered to the breeder and Canine DNA health panel.
Sources and standards
Recommended health records for a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: Health certificate or vet exam on file, Core vaccinations current, Registration papers on file, Microchip registered to the breeder and Canine DNA health panel. Ask the seller for each record; Everybarn does not check documents with their issuers.
Registration papers sellers can attach for dogs on Everybarn come from American Kennel Club (AKC), United Kennel Club (UKC) and CKC (Canadian Kennel Club).
Sources: American Kennel Club (AKC); United Kennel Club (UKC); CKC (Canadian Kennel Club).
Ask the seller for these. Documents on Everybarn are on file for your own checks; we don't check them with the issuer.
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