Briard 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.

Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Playful

Choose a Briard 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.

France

Canada

sheepdog

Cocker Spaniels, farm Collies, Irish Setters

1300s

19th Century

Herding (AKC:1906)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:2003)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Cream

Red

Briards are known for their coat length.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Briard can have a litter of 10-12 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 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.

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

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

While the Briard breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

OFA
CERF
Hearing Tests

Briards' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Briards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Briards sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Briard dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

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.

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

Fetch, Bike ride, Dog Parks, Walk, Run

Briards 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 Briard, it's at least 8 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.

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

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

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Briard feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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 Briard is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 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 Briard is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Briard is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

Briards are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Briards 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.