Dogs I Want
I know I should always adopt from the shetler and rescue homeless pets, but oftentimes I come across various dog breeds that I would really love to have. I’m going to start writing about each of the breeds as I come across them starting with my favorite breed that I do not have:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
aka “Toller.”
This breed recieved AKC recognition in 2003. They originated in Canada as decoy dogs used to lure waterfowl up to the shore. Once the birds were gunned down, the Toller would happily retrieve them. They excel at obedience, field and tracking, agility, flyball, and pet therapy. Medium sized and compact, Tollers weigh anywhere between about 35-55lbs and vary in shades of coppery red with white on their chest, feet, tail tip, and often a blaze on their head.
Aren’t they beautiful?











