A Detailed Comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo.

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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Versus Papipoo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and for the Papipoo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Papipoo.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Papipoo: Overview

A very important difference between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

On the other hand, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Papipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever to the Papipoo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo

Factor Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Papipoo
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 9 inches tall at the s 10 to 11 inches
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Weight 35 to 50 pounds 6 to 14 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.0 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $1500
Average Price No Data $1500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Papipoo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Papipoo is 87 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. So, you should get the Papipoo!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo

    Below is a list of where the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are most different:

  • Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to groom. However, Papipoos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo

    The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are most similar:

  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Papipoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers weigh 35 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 9 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Papipoo

    The lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Papipoo

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers shed more than Papipoos?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers shed moderately.

    Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Papipoo

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Papipoo?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papipoo?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Papipoos?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs. Papipoo

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Papipoo?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers good family dogs? What about Papipoos?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers and Papipoos?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Easier to Train than the Papipoo?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Papipoo?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Papipoo?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are OK for new dog owners.

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever:

  • Cairn Terrier (81 percent match with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Cairn Terrier.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papipoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Papipoo:

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and how the Papipoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and of the Papipoo to other breeds:

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Papipoo. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Papipoo better suits you and your family.