Click here to view nova scotia duck toller dogs in california for adoption. Alison strang has been raising and exhibiting nova scotia duck tolling retrievers since 1976 under the westerlea name. Our own tollers and puppies from our past litters have excelled in a variety of venues including agility, rally, obedience, lure coursing, conformation, therapy, and of course, water fowl. Well, our name, tamarac was chosen in part because some tamarack characteristics seem comparable to natural traits of nova scotia duck tolling retrievers tollers. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever dog breed everything. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever origin yarmouth county, nova scotia, is the home of the nova scotia duck tolling retriever, for many years one of canadas bestkept secrets. Nova scotia duck tolling retrievers are goodnatured and dependable but can be destructive when bored. Tolling is a technique used to entice game to approach within firing range by arousing their curiosity. Allevamento amatoriale di nova scotia duck tolling retriever. Bpis at nova scotia duck tolling retriever club of uk open show.
All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. High quality nova scotia duck tolling retriever gifts and merchandise. Danehaven ms christine powley dereham norfolk current health tests. The earliest records of hunters using dogs like the tollers today for tolling birds was back in the 17th century. The breed was originally known as the little river duck dog or the yarmouth toller. Homegrown retrievers north americas premiere duck and. Find duck tolling retriever dogs and puppies from georgia breeders. The toller is a mediumsized, powerful, compact, balanced, wellmuscled dog. Canada is the country of origin of the nova scotia duck tolling retriever the toller to his fans.
The tolling dog runs, jumps, and plays along the shoreline in full view of a flock of ducks, occasionally disappearing from sight and then quickly. Its also free to list your available puppies and litters on our site. Tollers as we know them today were developed in the community of little river harbour in yarmouth county, nova scotia, around the beginning of the 19th century. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever, the decoy dog, is a small, energetic retriever bred by 19thcentury sportsmen in the little river district of nova scotia s yarmouth county the. Like the tree, the toller is medium size, strong, coldhardy, indestructible even under water, has a strong affiliation with birds and hunting, and last, but not least. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever was developed in nova scotia in the early 19th century to toll or lure and retrieve waterfowl. She has written numerous articles for dog publications in canada, the u. Alison coauthored with gail macmillan the book, the nova scotia duck tolling retriever alpine publications, inc. Tollers are a rare breed and thus far there is a greater demand for tollers than the number produced each year. Falco goes in the history books winning the canadian national specialty aug 27 17. This map shows how many nova scotia duck toller dogs are posted in other states. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever comprehensive owners guide.
The nova scotia duck tolling retriever is a medium to large dog. The breed almost certainly was known and used long before that. I also liked the fact that they are from nova scotia, where we have spent many memorable summers. Originally bred in yarmouth county, which is located at the southern tip of nova scotia, it was officially recognized by the canadian kennel club in 1915. A complete dog breed book on the nova scotia duck tolling retriever, a dog breed which originated in canada and has a unique method of tolling game for. The us club applied for american kennel club akc recognition for the breed, and in march of 2001 began competing in akc performance events obedience, agility and tracking. You will follow the authors the breeds from probable roots in holland to the rocky shores of nova scotias bay of fundy. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world.
As a puppy buyer, you should carefully research breeders and their dogs. Wesley js nova scotia duck tolling retriever adult male wesley js ns duck tolling retriever adult male. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever breed guide petbarn. Distinctive for his lustrous red coat and moderate size, the toller is fast becoming the world s numberone alternative retriever. The exact breedings of the toller is unclear, however, the nova scotia duck tolling retriever club or the nsdtrc of the united states. Nova scotia ducktolling retriever breed information. It has a wellbalanced profile, and a slender, neatly muscled body bound by a coat of medium to long length waterproof fur. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever training guide nova scotia. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. California nova scotia duck toller rescue adoptions. Nova scotia duck tolling retrievers blue chip kennel. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever puppies for sale in missouri. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever by gail macmillan.
He arrived in britain as recently as 1988, and has made steady progress ever since. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever modern dog magazine. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever is a fantastic athlete, hunter, and family dog. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever training guide nova. Falco wins bob at westminster kennel club nyc feb20.
Puppyfind nova scotia duck tolling retriever puppies for. I am sure you will find lots of helpful information about nova scotia duck tolling retrievers here. Retriever nova scotia duck tolling origin and purpose the nova scotia duck tolling retriever was developed in nova scotia in the early 19th century to toll or lure and retrieve waterfowl. Retriever nova scotia duck tolling puppies for sale select area please select the area you would like to locate a puppy from the list below. You may have noticed i was saying little river instead of nova scotia duck tolling retreiver. Maddie nova scotia duck tolling retriever adult female maddie ns duck tolling retriever adult female. See more ideas about nova scotia duck tolling retriever, nova scotia duck tolling and cute animals. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever breeders champdogs. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever club usa was formed in october, 1984, to promote the interest of the toller, and to safeguard its future in the united states. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever strang, alison. This is an easytoread, and indepth text which you will thoroughly enjoy. Click here to view nova scotia duck toller dogs in texas for adoption.
This is such an amazing book that gives you so much information on an incredible breed of dog, thenova scotia duck tolling retriever. Dec 16, 2011 im from nova scotia and have always had a little river since i was a kid. The way that the toller unusually hunts these birds is that they will dance around the shore in a playful action. Click on a number to view those needing rescue in that state. They were originally bred to toll or lure waterfowl, hence their name. Im a 4yearold, nova scotia duck tolling retriever mixture. Rc tollers, nova scotia duck tolling retriever, breeder. You will find that your pup does not take too long to train due to his or her smarts. It is a mediumsized dog males 4851cm for a proportionate weight of 2023kg.
Bpis at windsor gundog pg3 and bob at gundog society of wales ch show pg4 at welsh. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever has a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever training book is a truly informative and unique training guide, full of reliable and tested information written for the admirers of this wonderful breed. Nova scotia duck tolling retrievers for sale in georgia ns duck tolling retrievers in ga. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever by alison strang. Finding the right nova scotia duck tolling retriever puppy can be dog gone hard work. With white nova scotia adopt lenny a redgoldenorangech estnut with white ns. Dauber is doing these outcrosses to save nova scotia ducktolling retrievers, which are a quite inbred breed that has some issues.
The nova scotia duck tolling retriever history is well documented save for the exact origins of the breed. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever is a mediumsized gundog bred primarily for hunting. We also show the dogs in akc shows and health and temperament are of utmost importance to us as well. Tollers are known to be intelligent, easy to please, alert, and highenergy dogs. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever wisconsin breeders. It is speculated that the dutch kooiderhondje also a tolling dog and the st. Falco is our flashy pick male from our ducks character litter between our tink and mini cooper from the us. Tolling retrievers serve double duty originally known as the little river duck dog, and renamed as the nova scotia duck tolling retriever in the early 1920s, this breed is documented back to the early 19th century. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever is often referred to as a pup that is intelligent and smart.
A nova scotia duck tolling retriever lures fowl to the waters edge by dancing in the shallow waters, before bounding into the water to collect fallen birds. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. No, i laugh, trolling is a way of fishing and most dogs cant hold fishing rods. Retriever nova scotia duck tolling puppies for sale select area.
While many people think this is a new breed, the origins of the nova scotia duck tolling retriever nsdtr, or toller run deeper than many of todays better known and more established breeds. They need an active home, physically and mentally, they are not for everyone. Sep 23, 2010 but the toller soon took over completely. Home of offshore nova scotia duck tolling retrievers and american water spaniels. Im from nova scotia and have always had a little river since i was a kid.
If i can help you in any way please feel free to contact me. Puppyfind nova scotia duck tolling retriever puppies for sale. Johns water dog are two ancestors, however, may breeds are said to make up the modern nsdtr including. Sep 1, 2014 the nova scotia duck tolling retriever is a specialist with waterfowl, and its onshore antics lure curious birds within firing range while the hunter waits in ambush. Please select the area you would like to locate a puppy from the list below. It is the smallest of the retrievers, and is often mistaken for a small golden retriever. Litters are carefully planned and puppies are sold on a limited basis to screened homes. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever, also known as the toller, is one of the american kennel clubs gundogs. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever puppies for sale in.
It is reputed that he uses his vigorous tail action to. Rc tollers, ckc registered,nova scotia duck tolling retriever breeder, located. On hold, please read nova scotia duck tolling retriever young male red on hold, please read ns duck tolling retriever young male. We are members of the nova scotia duck tolling retriever club usa and participate in regional and national events. Proudly waving the most famous tail in the dog world, the nova scotia duck tolling retriever lures waterfowl to his hunting master on the shores of his native canada. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever pedigreed breeds. After all the controversy over alexander daubers heretical cross between a nova scotia ducktolling retriever and an australian shepherd, dauber has decided to do another outcross. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever dog breed information. Welcome to skylark tollers where we use our nova scotia duck tolling retrievers to hunt in north dakota. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever dog is assumed to be the product of a crossbreeding between the red european decoy dog and farm collies, setters, retriever dogs, or spaniels. Nova scotia duck tolling retriever at forest cove tollers our breeding program focuses on excellent structure, strong working ability and great temperaments.
The tolling of the bells drew the villagers to the town square. Originating from canada, the nova scotia duck tolling retriever is the smallest of the retriever family and perhaps the rarest. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever was finally recognized as a pure breed by the canadian kennel club in 1954 but not by australia until 1991. Find retriever nova scotia duck tolling puppies for sale.
In 1995, this breed became the official provincial dog of nova scotia. I got my first toller in 2000 and since then i have not looked back. Finding retriever nova scotia duck tolling puppies for sale list. The nova scotia duck tolling retriever, the decoy dog, is a small, energetic retriever bred by 19thcentury sportsmen in the little river district of nova scotias yarmouth county the. I have been involved with dogs for 30 years showing first great danes and now nova scotia duck tolling retrievers.
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