Tollers are known as good family pets and hunting companions that are easy to train and easy to care for. The Toller is a good pet for a family that enjoys outdoor activity. Tollers are easy to train and adore playing games like fetch. When training a Toller, the handler should attempt to make the training fun, as young dogs can become bored quite easily. Tollers are good with children and other animals, provided they're socialized at a young age.
Tollers are very protective of their family.
Tollers make good watchdogs, as they will sound an alarm as a stranger approaches. However, they are not particularly aggressive and are not good guard dogs. Tollers need lots of exercise and so are best suited for suburban or rural environments. However, they can do well in smaller dwellings if they are exercised enough. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, besides being a great pet, is an excellent hunting companion.