Dog Breed Health Issues: Nova Scotia Duck Trolling Retriever
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Nova Scotia Duck Trolling Retriever:
The Nova Scotia Duck Trolling Retriever hails from the southern tip of Nova Scotia, Canada. This breed excelled at "duck trolling" for hunters, i.e. attracting curious ducks by frolicking along the shore. Although originating in Canada in the early 19th century, the first trollers did not arrive in the United States until the 1960's, and officially recognized in 2003. They are also known as the Little River Duck Dog and/or the Yarmouth Troller.
Like most retrievers, the Troller is highly energetic and playful. They love everyone, and are willing to please. Definitely give your Troller a long walk and play session every day. The coat should be brushed at least once a week.
Average Lifespan Of The Nova Scotia Retriever: 11-13 years.
Average Weight: 35-52 lbs.
Inherited Diseases:
Bones:
Hip Dysplasia
Eyes:
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
The Nova Scotia Duck Trolling Retriever hails from the southern tip of Nova Scotia, Canada. This breed excelled at "duck trolling" for hunters, i.e. attracting curious ducks by frolicking along the shore. Although originating in Canada in the early 19th century, the first trollers did not arrive in the United States until the 1960's, and officially recognized in 2003. They are also known as the Little River Duck Dog and/or the Yarmouth Troller.
Like most retrievers, the Troller is highly energetic and playful. They love everyone, and are willing to please. Definitely give your Troller a long walk and play session every day. The coat should be brushed at least once a week.
Average Lifespan Of The Nova Scotia Retriever: 11-13 years.
Average Weight: 35-52 lbs.
Inherited Diseases:
Bones:
Hip Dysplasia
Eyes:
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
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Nova Scotia Duck
Trolling Retriever
Temperament:
Trolling Retriever
Temperament:
Exercise Requirements: 5/5
Affection Level: 5/5
Friendliness-Other Pets: 5/5
Friendliness-Strangers: 3/5
Ease Of Training: 4/5
About The Ratings:
Exercise Requirements:
1: Low, 5: High
Affection Level:
1: Introverted, 5: Extroverted.
Friendliness-Other Pets:
1: Least Friendly, 5: Most Friendly.
Friendliness-Strangers:
1: Least Friendly, 5: Most Friendly.
Ease Of Training:
1: Most Difficult, 5: Least Difficult.
Affection Level: 5/5
Friendliness-Other Pets: 5/5
Friendliness-Strangers: 3/5
Ease Of Training: 4/5
About The Ratings:
Exercise Requirements:
1: Low, 5: High
Affection Level:
1: Introverted, 5: Extroverted.
Friendliness-Other Pets:
1: Least Friendly, 5: Most Friendly.
Friendliness-Strangers:
1: Least Friendly, 5: Most Friendly.
Ease Of Training:
1: Most Difficult, 5: Least Difficult.
