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

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

Unfortunately, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Yorkshire Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Playful

Alert
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful
Courageous
Independent
Loyal

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

Yorkshire Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Yorkshire Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Canada

England

Cocker Spaniels, farm Collies, Irish Setters

Waterside, Manchester, Paisley, Skye, Dandie Dinmont Terriers

19th Century

1800s

Sporting (AKC:2003)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Toy (AKC:1885)
Companion (UKC)

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Yorkshire Terriers are known for their coat 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 Yorkshire Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Patellar Luxation

OFA
CERF
Hearing Tests

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Endoscopy

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

Yorkshire Terrier 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.

Yorkshire Terriers require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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.

Yorkshire Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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.

Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Fetch, Bike ride, Dog Parks, Walk, Run

Walk, Play, Walking, Belly rubs, Toys, Fetch, Being held, Napping, People watching, Jump, Run, Lounge, Sniffing, Petting, Resting, Belly action, Sleeping, Running, Eating Snacks, Brushing, Cuddling, Attention, Pets, Barking, Exploring, Marking, Licking, Cuddles, Walkig, Play keep away

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.

Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Yorkshire Terriers usually need at least 30 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Yorkshire Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Yorkshire Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 5-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Yorkshire Terrier feed 1 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 Yorkshire Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Yorkshire Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 Retriever has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Yorkshire Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

Yorkshire Terriers are not suitable for children.

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

Yorkshire Terriers 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.

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

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

Yorkshire Terriers 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.

Yorkshire Terriers 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.

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