Toller's coats are double and of medium length. They have a soft, waterproof overcoat and a soft, thick undercoat. For the most part, the coat is straight although a slight wave on the back is permissible. Some feathering around the throat, on the tail and on the legs is common. According to the breed standard, Tollers must be red or orange.
Some white marking is permissible on the face, chest and feet.
Toller's feet are webbed. As the name suggests, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever originated in Nova Scotia, Canada. The original name of the breed was the Little River Duck Dog, after the Little River District of Nova Scotia where they originated. The exact origin of the Toller is unknown, although two theories exist. One is that the Toller originated from a 17th century breed used in England to lure waterfowl into nets.