Canaan has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

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Devoted
Vigilant
Cautious
Quick

Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Playful

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Cocker Spaniels, farm Collies, Irish Setters

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19th Century

Hazel

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Pied
White

Red

Canaans have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have medium-length coats.

While the Canaan breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Epilepsy

Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

OFA
CERF
Hearing Tests

Canaans' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Canaan has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Canaans need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Canaans sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Canaan dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Sniffing, Road trips, Hiking, Long walks

Fetch, Bike ride, Dog Parks, Walk, Run

Canaans are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

In general most Canaans usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Canaan is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Canaan feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 44-51 pound (20 - 23 kg) Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Canaans make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Canaans are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Canaans are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Canaans are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Canaans have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Canaans are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.