Size

Male Nova Scotia Duck Retriever 18.9-20.1 inches (48.0-51.0 cm) at shoulder height, female Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Retriever Height 17.7-18.9 inches (45.0-48.0 cm) at the shoulder

Weight

Male Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Weight 44.1-50.7 lbs (20.0-23.0 kg) Female Nova Scotia Duck Retriever 37.5-44.1 lbs (17.0-20.0 kg)

Eyes

Relatively distant, almond-shaped, medium in size, amber to brown, Be friendly, alert and intelligent. The color around the eyes is the same color as the lips.

Ears

Medium in size, triangular in shape, set high and short haired.

Skull

Well-defined, slightly wedge-shaped. Skull: Broad, occiput not prominent. The length of the head is approximately 9 inches (23 cm).

Teeth

Strong, scissors bite with well-aligned teeth.

Neck

Muscles are strong and well-developed of medium length without excess fat.

BODY

Topline: Flat. Back: Short and straight. Loin: Strong and muscular. Chest: Chest deep to the elbows, ribs well sprung, not flat but elastic. Abdomen: Slightly upward retraction.

Tail

Its tail follows the laws of nature, slightly sloping and very strong, gorgeous and heavy feathers are well connected to the spine and hangs down to its elbow joints , when it is alert, its tail is positioned very low, and when it is in motion, its tail is curved and does not make contact with the body.

Forerunner

Bone straight and strong. Shoulders: Well muscled, with sloping shoulders. Elbows: Close to the body, turning neither in nor out.

Forelegs

Bone straight and strong

Paws

Strong and medium in size, with tight and well-arched toes, thick pads, Claw eversion ruled out.

The hindquarters

Muscular and broad, the forequarters should be flat in angle. Thighs: Well muscled. Hocks: Neither in nor out like.

Coat

This breed is a working dog and is captive for retrieving icy waters, so it must have a waterproof medium-length coat that is soft and bushy. Undercoat and soft double coat. The coat will be slightly wavy.

Color

Color is a variety of shades of red or orange, usually with some white markings: on the tip of the tail, feet and chest. Eye circles are flesh-colored, or black.

Gait

The stride is pleasant and springy, with a light and lively gait. Shows good drive, keeping the topline level during exercise.

Temperament

Very intelligent, easy to train, and has great stamina. They are sturdy, not afraid of cold water, and they are reassuring to hold their prey in their mouths.