Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Cheerful

Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Playful

Bostchons aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

United States

Canada

Bichon Frise and Boston Terrier

Cocker Spaniels, farm Collies, Irish Setters

Unknown

19th Century

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Red

Bostchons are known for their coat length.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Curly

Straight

A Bostchon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

While the Bostchon 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.

Patellar Luxation

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Esophageal Achalasia
Hydrocephalus
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Blood
Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic
Oral

OFA
CERF
Hearing Tests

Bostchons 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.

Bostchon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bostchons 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.

Bostchons 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.

Bostchons 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 Bostchon, 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 Bostchon 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.

Ideally, Bostchon 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Bostchon 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 Bostchon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Bostchon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

Bostchons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Bostchons 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.

Bostchons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Bostchons are highly friendly around strangers.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bostchons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Bostchons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.