Skye Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

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

Loyal
Friendly
Good-natured
Tempered
Fearless
Intelligent

Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Playful

Skye 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 moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Skye Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

Scotland

Canada

terrier

Cocker Spaniels, farm Collies, Irish Setters

1500s

19th Century

Terrier (AKC:1887 & UKC)

Sporting (AKC:2003)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable

Red

Skye Terriers are known for their coat length.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hepatitis
Occipital Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Lens Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Atopic Dermatitis

Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Eye
Blood Test
Skeletal
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination

OFA
CERF
Hearing Tests

Skye Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Skye Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

Skye Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

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

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.

Skye 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Skye Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Skye Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Skye 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.

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.

The average cost of a Skye Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Skye Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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 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.

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

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

Skye Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Skye Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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

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