Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever - Chester, A Short Story

[olithepro99]

i am a 21 yr old man and i just look like a baby laughing at the screen about how cute this dog is..

[MsVanilla45]

They are such beautiful dogs! How big do they get?

[natew00]

@MsVanilla45 Chester is just under 50 pounds...a medium sized dog. I believe Tollers are the smallest of the retriever breeds.

[tmanser]

Great video I have a duck toller too i got mine 2 years ago at shadowshill kennel in yarmouth NS.

Super smart, loyal and just a great dog.

[Retrieverman1]

Hey, Chester, you still are cute!

[MagMag96]

She's so alike my little Nala :D

[natew00]

@MagMag96 I like you video of Nala. Very nice.



[MagMag96]

@natew00 Haha, thanks :P

[MrsDaee666]

I have one too and in a few of your pictures chester looks almost exactly like our sammy :D these dogs are awesome :))

[natew00]

@MrsDaee666 Sammy must be a great dog. Thanks for the comment.

[roxylovesfashion]

Hi! I love your video!

I feel like this is the 100% dog for me! My only problem is that I live in a very hot country... Do tollers do ok in hot country? He/she would have plenty of air condition and shelter but I was just wondering...

[PureSkilled]

Chestet is stunning.

Great video!

After a lot of researching, a Toller is the PERFECT dog for me

I'm just finding it difficult finding one I live Englandm there aren't too many here and they are quite dear too.

Best wishes with Chester xxx

[natew00]

@PureSkilled Chester is a great dog, and thanks for your kind comments. Good luck finding a Toller of your own.

[natew00]

@PureSkilled Thanks for the nice comments. We really enjoy Chester. As for having a Toller in the heat, ours really likes cold weather. If you see my other video with Chester, you'll see him swimming which he does lots in the summer to stay cool. He does not like walking much in the heat of mid day as well. You might contact the NSDTR Club to speak with Toller owners in your area.

[natew00]

@PureSkilled Thanks for the nice comments. We really enjoy Chester. As for having a Toller in the heat, ours really likes cold weather. If you see my other video with Chester, you'll see him swimming which he does lots in the summer to stay cool. He does not like walking much in the heat of mid day as well. You might contact the NSDTR Club to speak with Toller owners in your area.

[Germanshepherdloverx]

@natew00 I know a breeder with a pup left if you are still looking... try gaberlunzie gundogs. Good luck! (PS im english i got mine from her! She's GREAT!)

[djdaydreamer1]

@PureSkilled i had the exact same problem as you. the toller was my perfect dog as well. but not only are they hard to find in England, they're also very expensive. however, golden retrievers are very similar apart from they grow a couple of inches larger and are a bit more crazy! We have found that our golden (also called chester!) is easy to train, eager to please and loves everyone. Great for first time owners. But if you do find a toller the are great dogs as well.

hope this helps :)

[CaptainP00face]

Lovely

[natew00]

@CaptainP00face Thanks

[LaGuerrera777]

Where Did You Get Your Dog?? Ive Been Wanting A Purbreed Of A Tolling Retriever But I Cant find Any Humane Societies or Shelters That Have Any In My Area...

[natew00]

@LaGuerrera777 You might want to contact the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Club

[73davec]

@LaGuerrera777

Most good breeders require puppy buyers to give their breeder the first right of taking the dog if they feel they can no longer deal with it.

In other words: You're unlikely to find one in a shelter. If it does show up there, then the Toller Rescue club is usually contacted first, and they find a home for it. So you might want to look that organization up.

I would highly recommend dealing with a replicable breeder when looking for a Toller.

[folkard84]

FIY, the blue eyes dissapear completly at around 8 months of age

[natew00]

@folkard84 Thank you. If you liked this movie, you might enjoy my other Toller video titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Movie (with Chester)" also posted on YouTube.

[broerbreaker9240Z]

I thinking aswell to later buy a dog like this :D

they are SO awsomme :D

also CUTE Duck you buyt for him/her

[natew00]

@broerbreaker9240Z Thank you

[kingdan1foo]

do you find him to be a little small or is it a large dog

[natew00]

@kingdan1foo Chester is on the larger side for a Toller...I am told.

[USBornSoccerPlayer]

My friend has a toller that licks everything. He has a little underbite too. We named him peanut budder. (yes we spelled it with D's). My got that dog will not stop licking things. He's a smart one too. He can get out of his kennel in every way possible.

[MiniCheetah]

We had one, she became 6 years old and died of liver failure sadly, she was such a great and sweet dog!

[lana19980]

Bubblez6291 were did u get ur dog

[Bubblez6291]

I myself have a tolling retriever, and he is the BEST dog EVER!!! I say and I'm speaking for everyone, If ur looking for a good family dog than this is the way to go!!!!!!!!

[natew00]

@Bubblez6291 Chester has also been a wonderful member of our family.

[bkungl1953]

I loved this video. I had never heard of this breed until I went to see my doctor this morning. While I was waiting to go in I saw someone carrying this absolutely adorable puppy to the back door for a washroom trip. It belongs to my doctor and was only 12 weeks. IYour dog looks exactly like my doctor's and their faces are amazing with those beautiful soulfull eyes. Lucky you to have this amazing dog.

[dumbassjoker]

are tolling retrievers good family dogs? can you have them and not hunt with them? and if you dont hunt with them, how much exercise do they need?

[natew00]

@dumbassjoker Our Toller fits in great with our family, and he has never been trained to hunt. However, he gets at least 1 hr running in the woods every day, and some kind of training is a must. If you don't give them a job, they will find one to do without you. To see Chester's daily routine, look at my other video titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller"

[nomderd]

what a nice clip. your dog is so cute.

[natew00]

@nomderd Thanks so much. I uploaded a new video this weekend titled, "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Movie". Let me know if you enjoy that one too.

[nomderd]

@natew00 i''ll let you know

[natew00]

Just posted below, my new video - Top Ten Reasons not to Get a Toller - The Movie

[MagMag96]

that totaly looks like mine :D 12 weeks :-)

[natew00]

@MagMag96 If you like this video of Chester, take a look at my new one titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Move. Thanks!

[folkard84]

its too bad the blue eye feature ups and dissapears around the 8 month mark

[natew00]

@folkard84 If you like this video of Chester, take a look at my new one titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Move. Thanks!

[AndTheWolf1]

ooohh, your history is so beautiful!! :D it's great, i like it :)

[natew00]

@AndTheWolf1 If you like this video of Chester, take a look at my new one titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Move. Thanks!

[MOMOisCOOLISH]

he's so cute :) im getting my toller TODAY :D :D :D i'm so excited!!!!!!

[natew00]

@MOMOisCOOLISH If you like this video of Chester, take a look at my new one titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Move. Thanks!

[cstorks1]

Awesome, we have had one for about 2 years now and love everyday. Never had a funnier dog. Great happy positive energy.

[natew00]

Thanks for nice comment. I agree ... our always brings a smile to my face.

[natew00]

@cstorks1 If you like this video of Chester, take a look at my new one titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Move. Thanks!

[mojazzbass]

Cutest dog ever, what are they like for allergies?

[natew00]

He does not have have a problem with allergies, however he has a very thick double coat of fur, so you might have a problem. Actually, Chester has started sleeping on our pillows at night while we try to sleep...yes, it is very sweet.

[natew00]

@mojazzbass If you like this video of Chester, take a look at my new one titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Move. Thanks!

[RomiTsunami]

I LOVE THESE DOGS. I do not know what I would do without my two NSDTR's. The world needs more of these intelligent dogs.

[natew00]

I can't agree more. Chester has become such a dear part of our family. He is so expressive, yet independent. When he cuddles, it is a real treat.

[natew00]

@RomiTsunami  If you like this video of Chester, take a look at my new one titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Move. Thanks!

[KAYAREWHYESTEEAYEL]

your dog is beautiful :)

[natew00]

Thanks...we are pretty thrilled with him too.

[natew00]

@KAYAREWHYESTEEAYEL If you like this video of Chester, take a look at my new one titled "Top Ten Reasons Not to Get a Toller - The Move.  Thanks!

[notefromself]

Beautiful. My Toby passed away yesterday morning. I'm a little embarrassed to say that I thought he was a Golden Retriever mix for 14 years.  I was checking where to get a blood test to determine, but then I came across the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Chester in the process. I'm certain that's what Toby is now. Loved the video.

[natew00]

Thank you for sharing your story with us.  Lots of people see a Toller and wonder if they are a mix. We affectionately refer to Chester as our "Mutt". I hope to create a new Chester video in the next few months.

[notefromself]

Nate, if you've joined one of the Facebook groups for Tollers, let me know. I'm sensing yours has had the same effect on you. Like changed you in a major way?

[Guggubilli]

Just like our "Rose". Nice.

[natew00]

then you must have a wonderful dog.

[mojazzbass]

hi i was wondernig are tollers good cuddle and companion dogs?

i hope they are i love them so much thanks

[natew00]

Well, we certainly love ours. He is a wonderful companion, and gives us a million reasons a day why we are glad we got him. To your question, he is not like a Golden or a Lab. He will cuddle on his terms and in his own way. Suggest you google the article titled, "Top Ten Reasons NOT to Get a Toller". Knowing that all these are true, we would certainly do it all again.

Cheers,

Nate

[TopGunGB]

They are a supreme companion! I've had my duck toller for about 9 years now and he's a wonderful dog! He loves kids, he loves my cats and our other dog, and he loves meeting new people. But the best bit is how he puts on a smile and runs to me when I come home. You won't regret having one of these wonderful dogs!

[mojazzbass]

thank you for your reply, sounds like an awesome dog, where did you get yours from?

[TopGunGB]

Mine came from the Little River breeders in the Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia. Slight problems with their breeding I think, as my duck toller had a few minor health problems as a puppy.

But otherwise he's in good health and recently won a battle with cancer (a huge relief for me).

[notefromself]

Mine was an AWESOME cuddler! SO love-y. Research the breed and read the characteristics. Spot on usually. Socialize them early. They have to warm up to strangers, but they do.

[veritycoxi]

we have a dog and people were always think he's this breed when actually he's a mixer of a border collie and a labrador. HE's so cute. HE looks exactly like a tolier except he has black eyeliner.

[natew00]

Have you thought about posting a video on YouTube of your dog?

[veritycoxi]

yeah i might do actually :)

[jnpsoc]

This video is great! Thank you so much for sharing. I have a Toller that we adopted and later found out was a Toller and I missed out on all of his puppy days, so it was wonderful to see your video!!!!

[natew00]

Thanks for the nice comment. Still hoping to post a new video soon.

[CharleiighChiing]

This video is great, I love the part where he is growing up! I'm getting a toller next week, super excited! :D

[natew00]

Congrats on your new Toller.  Be sure to share pictures with us.

[CharleiighChiing]

Sure will. :D

[TheParamediclady]

I hope you get your Toller soon! Fantastic little dogs. Our "Maggie" is 7 years old now and still gets about 45 min- hour of vigorous exercise a day. I play A LOT of fetch w/her every day and take her hiking 2-3 week. My husband is a runner, so he takes her with him. They are sporting dogs which are usually more active as a rule. If you can commit to at least 45 min. of vigorous exercise a day you'll be fine. :)

[ArgoUseful]

I have always loved tollers, even before I realized they were an actual breed. I would always tell my mum, "When I grow up I want a golden retriever! But it has to be dark in colour, and have a white stripe on its face and paws and chest". :)

Can any toller owners give me an idea as to how much exercise I'm looking at, if I get one? What's your daily fitness schedule like with your dog?

[natew00]

I must agree with all the comments. Chester is just over two years now, and he has matured into being a wonderful family member. I think the rule of 1 hour a day of vigorous exercise is right on. Chester gets his run in the woods with my wife every morning. In the summer, we've taken him for afternoon swims often as well. Without these, he will find a way to uncoil his spring while in the house. It is fun to see, but not if you can't stop what you're doing at that moment.

[TheParamediclady]

HaHa. I wonder what that test would say about me? We've got 2 Tollers and a Foxhound!! :) They're fantastic little dogs. BUT- you have to make sure u give them A LOT of exercise. If u don't, they'll take it out on everything u own! :) Hope u can get your doggie real soon!

[WickedLy15]

I was reading a book called Why We Love the Dogs we do by Stanley Coren it is really interesting it is all about how certain dog breeds match certain personalitys and has a test to find out the dogs that are right for u

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is one of the dogs that suits my personality the best and so when i get my own place I am going to get one yay and they happen to come from Canada my fave place on earth (apart from Aus because I live in Aus)

[haganmaggie92]

i have a brittany and was thinking about getting another dog. do you think a toller would get along well with one? they look as though they have similar temperments and energy levels, size too.?

[mojosmadness1]

he looks very very similar to my golden retriever except miens 2 years now lol

[1Aquadan]

LOVE IT! i want one! :D

[1Aquadan]

OMG must have! O_O

[ad747]

i have a toller its so cute

[happyhoildays]

GO TOLLERS!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE BEST DOG IN THE WORLD PAWS DOWN lol :)

[madinvermont]

I have a Toller also. All my dogs have been wonderful, but Little Ricky is special. Smart, loving and full of fun. Hope to always have a Toller in my life.

Great vidio.

[rohan4217]

I really wanted one but when we went to the breeder we saw just how high energy they are. they are just a bunch of spazes

[kochaboy]

what do u expect, its a dog. If you want a dog your going to have to pick from a very small list, because lots of dogs are high energy. Try two Irish wolfhounds, and then you'll know what high energy stands for (and to go along with it there 34 inches tall at their shoulder.)

[jadus235]

gorgeous dog!!

i'm on a waiting list for a Toller and can't wait!!

[natew00]

Congrats on getting a Toller. We feel so lucky to have this boy. Let me know if you have any questions on the breed, and I can share our experience. There is so much goodness in these guys. Thanks also for the comment.

[kkGULPkk]

I had a Lab/Shepherd mix and she died a couple weeks ago. Im 16 and she has been my best friend all my life. I want a new dog and I was looking at Tollers because they're so precious.

Do they make good pets??? and are they really active and hyper?? i need a dog like that =]]

thanks.

cute dog btw

[natew00]

Thanks for the nice comment. I am sorry to hear about your dog, and hope you have a new dog soon.

Tollers are amazing, and Chester has been a wonderful member of our family. We get him out running every day, and try to train with him a little each day as well. I think that this is an amazing breed of dog, but not for everyone. If possible, it would be good to talk to a local family who owns one, and see how they have worked with their dog

[ItWasAKodakMoment]

Amazing pictures...but there is a space in "a lot"

[goonts]

u have to be that guy

[cloeequips]

So cute! Thanks!--

[fickla01]

Very cute pup and nice job with the video!

[TollerLover]

reall cute toller, i hope mine will look like that!

[natew00]

Thanks for the nice comments. We have some newer video of him swimming this summer, and he is growing out nicely. I'm sure yours will grow to be a lovely Toller. Be sure to post some pictures or video of yours too.

Nate

[roseXxdragon]

LOL!

homg, my Nova scotia puppy has that exact same duck toy! xD

Cute dog. ^^

[jettom17]

Now he is 16 weeks old man:P i got 1 myself, i Occasinaly watch this Movie since it shows me how big he is now:), he is 14 weeks

[natew00]

Chester is now 1 year old, and we'll be releasing some new video soon.

[jettom17]

Oki:) Mine is still 14 weeks, same breed :P(Nova scotia duck tolling retriever)

[Tuff9339]

Great video. I have 2 Tollers. The newest one is just 8 weeks old.

[shimon174b]

Yea, Chester! Enjoy life!  Woooooof.