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

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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Versus Peek A Poo: 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 Peek A Poo? 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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo.

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 Peek A Poo.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Peek A Poo: Overview

A very important difference between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo

Factor Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Peek A Poo
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 9 inches tall at the s Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Weight 35 to 50 pounds 4 to 20 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1800
Average Price No Data $1430
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 Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.

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

    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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo

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

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

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

  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Peek A Poo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Peek A Poo

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

    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, Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Peek A Poo

    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 Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos is 12.5 years.

    Peek A Poos live longer than Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Peek A Poo

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

    Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers shed more than Peek A Poos?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers shed moderately.

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poo

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

    Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Peek A Poo?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poo?

    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.

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs. Peek A Poo

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

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

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

    Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers and Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?

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

    Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

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

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:

  • Maltese (81 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Maltese.
  • Pomapoo (84 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pomapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.