Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Playful

Active
Playful
Loving
Happy
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Good-natured

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Auss-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Auss-Tzus as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Canada

Various

Cocker Spaniels, farm Collies, Irish Setters

Australian Shepherd and Shih Tzu

19th Century

Recent

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.

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

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

Auss-Tzus are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Auss-Tzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Auss-Tzus need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Auss-Tzus have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Auss-Tzus are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Fetch, Bike ride, Dog Parks, Walk, Run

Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Loving But Stub, Long haired, Friendly, Soft coa, Walking, Wslking

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

Auss-Tzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Auss-Tzus are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

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

The Auss-Tzu is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Auss-Tzus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Auss-Tzus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Auss-Tzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Auss-Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Auss-Tzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.