What exactly is a green dog? - Page 2

triodegirl,

I can't seem why a dog would be considered a green dog when the dog has no training under it's belt for it's specific job It's like taking a puppy and calling it a green dog for narcotics detention, without having it tested for the job.

Definition of a green dog: deficient in training, knowledge, or experience <green recruits> : not fully qualified for or experienced in a particular function

A green dog is a young adult usually sorted out from the breeder for his/her dirves. A green dog may have foundation bite work with little or no obedience. The benefit of getting a older puppy/green dog is that they have been evaluated for his/her potenial in the sport/service/police and most have had hips/elbows done. A lot more of the dog can be seen in terms of temperament as well as its drives and most are from seven months to 16 months of age when they are sold. Some trainers prefer getting a green dog as  they would get a better chance of getting what they needed or desired in the dog and a better fit for the intended purpose. A lot of kennels sell green dogs and the price varies depending on the dog and how good he/she is. Example some green dogs are billed as Top Sport meaning the dog is showing super drives and excellent  hard full grips and has the ability to trial on a National Level with many variables including the training of course.

Marlene AlabamaK9.