Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Playful

Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Loyal
Cheerful
Quiet

Cocker Spaniels, farm Collies, Irish Setters

Mastiff and Chesapeake Bay Retriever

19th Century

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Red

Cream
Brindle
Sable
Fawn
Red
Brown

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have medium-length coats.

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

A Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Mastapeake can have a litter of 7-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Mastapeakes are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Pulmonic Stenosis
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteosarcoma
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

OFA
CERF
Hearing Tests

Eye Examination
Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Thyroid Testing

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

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

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

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

Fetch, Bike ride, Dog Parks, Walk, Run

Fetch, Running

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.

Mastapeakes 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mastapeake, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 105-160 pound (48 - 73 kg) Mastapeake feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Mastapeake is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Mastapeake is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Mastapeakes can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Mastapeakes 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.

Mastapeakes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Mastapeakes 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.

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

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

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