Excellent swimmers, ideal cottage companions. Tollers have a good “off switch” so they are not constantly on the go, but if you’re up for it they will retrieve a ball for you until your arm falls off! Highly trainable and intelligent. Ideal for field work/hunting, agility, obedience etc. Ears and feet may require neatening.Īctivity level: High energy, like to be kept busy both physically and mentally. They are the mischievous imps of the Retriever world!Ĭolour: Varying shades of red and orange with or without white markings on the face, feet, chest and tail tipĬoat: Medium coated, occasional brushing, moderate shedding. Their playful attitudes and swimming serve to draw the attention of duck and geese, which they then bring within gunshot range of their hunting companion. They should never be aggressive and not overly shy. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is one of a rare class of hunting dogs that operates as a decoy. They tend to be “aloof” with strangers and save their true enthusiasm for family members. Temperament: Tollers, when raised and socialized properly, are excellent with children and can adapt well to living with other pets. They are the smallest of the Retriever breeds. The dog is then sent to retrieve the downed bird. The dog’s playful actions lure the curious ducks within gunshot range. The tolling dog runs, jumps, and plays along the shoreline in full view of a flock of ducks, occasionally disappearing from sight and then quickly reappearing, aided by the hidden hunter, who throws small sticks or a ball for the dog. General description: Medium sized hunting breed developed in Nova Scotia, Canada.
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