So, you may be wondering, "What in the world is a Toller?".
“Toller” is short for Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. A Toller is a highly intelligent, high energy, outdoor loving, easily trained, people loving breed that originated in Canada. It is the provincial dog of Nova Scotia and is favored by many in the USA.
Learn more about this amazing breed on our “About Tollers” tab
Like any other breed, the Toller sometimes find themselves in dangerous or neglectful situations.
This is where Toller Rescue, Inc. actively steps in, regardless of location, to assist a reported Toller in need!
TRI understands your donation is important to you, and how it's used is even more important:
Outreach
TRI works with other shelters, rescue organizations, even law enforcement in USA and Canada to rescue purebred Tollers and possible Toller mixes.
Health
TRI meets the medical needs of at-risk Tollers and possible Toller mixes regardless of location.
Education
TRI works with foster and adoptive Toller families to educate them on the Toller breed’s unique needs and personality.
Toller Rescue, Inc.
meets all needs of
at-risk Tollers:
- Shelter
- Foster Care
- Adoption
- Education
- Veterinary Care
- More
Are you ready to help save a Toller?
18 hours ago
Lady is a 4½-month-old puppy who is half Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and half English Shepherd. As you might imagine with that mix, she is a busy, smart, and very active girl who is looking for a home ready to keep both her body and mind engaged.
Lady would make a great prospect for dog sports such as agility, barn hunt, scent work, or obedience. She loves activity and will thrive with someone who enjoys training and working with their dog.
Like most young, intelligent pups, Lady still needs to learn the rules and develop good boundaries, but she is very friendly and eager to interact. She enjoys the company of other dogs and brings a lot of enthusiasm wherever she goes.
With the right guidance, structure, and plenty of things to do, Lady is going to grow into a fantastic companion and partner for an active home.
If you’re looking for a fun, energetic puppy to train and adventure with, Lady might be the girl for you! 🐕
2 days ago
Reese is in urgent need of a new home. Her current owner feels she can no longer safely manage Reese around other dogs, and we are running out of time to find the right placement for her.
Reese is an active, driven girl who thrives when she has a job to do. She is titled in Barn Hunt and absolutely loves activities that challenge both her mind and body. She would do best with someone who understands high-energy working dogs and can provide consistent training, structure, and outlets for her energy.
Reese does have reactivity toward other dogs and has attacked another dog in the past. Because of this, she will need an experienced, dog-savvy home willing to work with management tools such as a Baskerville muzzle and commit to training and careful dog desensitization.
With the right person—someone patient, knowledgeable, and dedicated—Reese has the potential to live a long, fulfilling life as a loyal companion and working partner.
If you believe you may be the right person for Reese, please reach out as soon as possible. We urgently need help finding her a safe and appropriate home.
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2 weeks ago
Bonnie is a sweet, resilient 1 1/2 - 2½-year-old spayed female who has already overcome more than most dogs ever should. Once a feral stray and heartworm-positive, this brave girl has completed treatment and is now on the path to a long, happy, and healthy life.
Bonnie absolutely adores other dogs and would truly thrive in a home with multiple canine companions. Having dog friends helps her feel confident and secure. She is also kid-friendly and enjoys being part of the family.
She loves treats, toys, and gentle affection — and yes, she enjoys being pet! As she continues to blossom, her loving personality shines brighter every day. Bonnie is smart, observant, and a quick learner once she feels safe.
Because of her past, Bonnie will need:
• A secure privacy fence
• A patient adjustment period
• A crate for nighttime and when left alone (her crate is her safe space)
• An AirTag on her collar at all times for at least the first 6 months we are investigating tracking collars as well.
Bonnie feels safest when she has structure and security. With consistency and kindness, she will reward her family with loyalty, sweetness, and quiet devotion.
If you’re looking for a gentle soul who just needs a little time and a lot of love, Bonnie may be your perfect match. 🐾💕
Bonnie will come with her crate her bedding, her toys, her collars, her leashes, and her bowls
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Meet Reese
Reese is an approximately 8-year-old Toller look-alike who is looking for a new home through no fault of her own. She was adopted in 2020/2022 (adjust as needed) and has been deeply loved. Her owner has invested an incredible amount of time and dedication into her training and enrichment.
Reese has participated in activities like Barn Hunt and enjoys having a job. She would likely enjoy basic agility, nose work, or continued training of any kind. She thrives with daily mental stimulation and structure — this is not a dog who will be happy with a quiet, sedentary lifestyle.
Reese’s challenge is that she can be unpredictable with other dogs. Because of this, she will need a very dog-savvy, experienced home that understands management, structure, and clear boundaries. Her current owner is getting older and can no longer safely manage the unpredictability around other dogs.
Reese can absolutely be handled successfully — but her person needs to:
• Be confident and proactive
• Provide consistent structure
• Be attentive in dog environments
• Understand high-drive, intense personalities
She would likely do best:
• In an adult home (or older, dog-savvy teens)
• As the only dog, or with very careful management
• With someone experienced in sporting breeds
Reese is loyal, intelligent, and enjoys working with her person. In the right home, with the right leadership, she will absolutely shine.
If you are interested in fostering or adopting Reese, please contact us. She deserves a home that understands her and can give her the consistency she needs.
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3 weeks ago
Suki is a stunning, spirited girl with a big personality and an even bigger heart. She’s smart, engaged, and loves being part of whatever her people are doing. Whether it’s exploring outdoors, learning something new, or simply staying close to her humans, Suki thrives on connection and partnership.
She is an active, driven dog who will do best in a home that provides structure, daily exercise, and continued training. Enrichment, hiking, obedience work, or dog sports would all be wonderful outlets for her energy and intelligence. Suki truly shines when she has a job and a person to bond with.
Suki will be placed in an adult-only home and cannot live with other female dogs. She needs an experienced, dog-savvy owner who understands leadership, consistency, and clear boundaries.
In return, Suki will give you loyalty, devotion, and a deeply connected partnership. She is a lot of dog in the very best way — bright, engaging, and ready to give her whole heart to the right home.
If you’re experienced and looking for a smart, active companion, Suki may be your perfect match. 🐾💛
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3 weeks ago
Currently being fostered in Texas, Shela is a very energetic, fun-loving girl with a big personality and an even bigger zest for life.
She may be more of a Toller look-alike, but don’t let that fool you — this girl absolutely plays the part! She’s smart, active, and always ready for the next adventure.
Shela is what we lovingly call an “escape artist,” so she’ll need a secure yard and a family who understands the importance of management and continued training. She’s clever and curious, and she’ll keep you on your toes — in the best way.
But at the heart of it all, Shela really just wants to be with her people. She thrives on connection and would much rather be by your side than anywhere else. Her energy comes with a deep desire to bond — she’s looking for her humans to love and stick close to.
She would thrive with:
• An active home
• A securely fenced yard
• Ongoing training and structure
• A family who includes her in daily life
Shela is ready to channel all that energy into being someone’s loyal companion. With the right home, she is going to shine. ✨
If you’re interested in learning more about Shela, please visit tollerrescueinc.org and fill out an adoption application on our forms page.
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3 weeks ago
Maggie is a beautiful, affectionate girl estimated to be about three years old. When she first arrived at the shelter, she appeared to have an old, unhealed leg injury. Thankfully, we’re not seeing any signs of that bothering her now. She has since been spayed, and Toller Rescue Inc. welcomed her into our care.
Maggie is currently thriving in her foster home in the Seattle, Washington area. She’s dog-friendly and enjoys the company of other pups, though her foster siblings would prefer to remain a two-dog household — so Maggie is now ready to find her very own forever home in the Pacific Northwest.
She loves children, aims to please, and truly enjoys being part of the action. Maggie does pull on leash, but with consistency and training (and her eager-to-please personality), this is very manageable. She’s a little bigger than the typical Toller and is currently just under 70 pounds, with a bit more weight she could still shed.
Maggie is a sweet, loyal girl who is ready for a family to call her own.
If you’re interested in giving Maggie the loving home she deserves, please visit tollerrescueinc.org and complete the adoption application found on our Forms page.
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