![]() ![]() The broad skull is only slightly rounded, giving the appearance of being flat when the ears are alert. Skull: The head is clean-cut and slightly wedge-shaped. The dog’s length should be slightly longer than height, in a ratio of 10 to 9, but should not give the impression of a long back. Weight is in proportion to the height and bone of the dog. Size: Height at the withers – males, 18-21 inches. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Club (USA) feels strongly that all Tollers should have these innate abilities, and encourages all Tollers to prove them by passing an approved Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Club (USA) field test. The heavily feathered tail is held high in constant motion while working. The moment the slightest indication is given that retrieving is required, they set themselves for springy action with an expression of intense concentration and excitement. Many Tollers have a slightly sad or worried expression when they are not working. He is alert, determined, and quick, with a keen desire to work and please. ![]() The Toller’s attitude and bearing suggest strength with a high degree of agility. This medium-sized, powerful, compact, balanced dog is the smallest of the retrievers. They are lured within gunshot range, and the dog is sent out to retrieve the dead or wounded birds. The playful action of the Toller retrieving a stick or ball along the shoreline arouses the curiosity of the ducks offshore. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever (Toller) was developed in the early 19th century to toll, lure, and retrieve waterfowl.
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