Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever feeding guide: how much and how often
Daily calories, portions by age and practical feeding tips for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.
Adult Tollers usually eat around 200 to 300 g of dry food a day, about 2 to 3 cups, split into two meals. Working dogs during the hunting season may need noticeably more energy, while dogs with quieter lives need less. The thick coat hides extra weight, so check by touch: ribs should be easy to find and a waist visible from above.
Many Tollers are fast, keen eaters, which helps training but makes weight control important. Use part of the daily ration as training rewards and consider a slow feeder or snuffle mat for the rest. Keep fresh water plentiful, especially after swimming, when dogs tend to drink a lot at once, and let your dog cool down before a big meal.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever feeding in numbers
Illustrative adult portions
| Dog | Weight | Calories | Dry food per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female, relaxed lifestyle | 19 kg | 870 kcal | 235 g (2.3 cups) |
| Female, typical pet | 19 kg | 1000 kcal | 270 g (2.8 cups) |
| Male, typical pet | 22 kg | 1120 kcal | 300 g (3 cups) |
| Male, very active | 22 kg | 1400 kcal | 380 g (3.8 cups) |
Puppy portions need measured weight, growth stage and the food’s energy content. A breed-average curve is not a feeding plan. Calculate with measured inputs and review the result with your vet.
Bowl capacity
1800 ml
21.5 cm across
Product height estimate
30 to 36 cm
not a veterinary recommendation
Rough drinking estimate
1 to 1.2 L
keep fresh water freely available
Adult examples assume midpoint breed weights, neutered pets and food with 370 kcal per 100 g. Cups assume 100 g per cup; actual food density varies. These are not measured breed requirements. Use actual weight, the food label and veterinary body-condition advice.