Welcome to Elkhound Hill....

...Where Elkhounds are loved and trained

Elkhounds are our passion! Our dogs blend into our family as
protectors and companions. After many years of owning hounds,
Dwayne decided that he wanted a dog that would serve as a family
pet and loyal outdoor companion. The versatility of the elkhound
allows us to enjoy this breed 24/7 365 days a year! We have done a
great deal of research and traveled many miles to find elkhounds
that meet the breed standard while maintaining the inherent
characteristics of this remarkable, ancient breed.

Our facilities include a one acre wooded enclosure, providing
sufficient exercise. This native wood lot abounds with squirrels and
raccoons which entertains our dogs on a daily basis. Their scenting
and hunting instincts remain sharp in this natural environment. Our
dogs accompany us on frequent walks on our eleven acres as well
as on hundreds of acres of family-owned farms. While predominantly
household family pets, our elkhounds also absolutely love the
outdoors. This beautiful hunting breed is not a vicious killer; however,
they are quick to notify their owner of any approaching stranger.
Elkounds are a wonderful addition to any family!

We are located in south-central Pennsylvania and would love to
show you the most beautiful elkhounds in the world. Please call
Dwayne at 814-685-3731 or email dbnorthcraft@yahoo.com

Enjoy!!


Our Standards as Elkhound Breeders:

We are dedicated to the well-being of our Elkhounds. Raising these
wonderful dogs is not just our hobby but our passion.

How We Got Started: (Our Story)
My name is Dwayne Northcraft and I was first exposed to
Elkhounds whenever I visited farms as a teacher of agriculture
fourteen years ago. About ten years ago, I purchased my first
Elkhound, Jobe, in West Virginia.  Then, I tracked down the
source of the Elkhound that won the West Virginia State Hunt.
Shortly thereafter, I purchased two dogs from Dick Bartlett, a
wonderful man, who has been hunting elkhounds for forty years
and whose elkhound won the state competition. I have been
selectively crossing his stock with my male, and the pups have
been treeing game around six months of age. Even today, as a
Superintendent of Schools, I have made my main leisure
activity training elkhounds in the scenic mountains of Fulton
County, Pennsylvania. With a state-of-the-art GPS tracking
system, my elkhound family covers many adventurous miles in
pursuit of PA wildlife. I truly love these dogs and will own this
bloodline forever. My one acre wooded training pen is paradise
for my Elkhounds. As you can see, they are fun-loving, loyal
companions. I am producing the highest quality of hunting
dogs that also meet the AKC standards. Because I devote a
great deal of time to training and improving the working skills
of my elkhounds, and for the well-being of my dams, my
elkhounds are mated sparingly and selectively. If you would
like more information, please e-mail or call me.

Sincerely,

Dwayne Northcraft
dbnorthcraft@yahoo.com
814-685-3731 (Let's talk Elkhounds!)   
Elkhound Hill
Norwegian Elkhound Breed Standard

General Appearance:

The Norwegian Elkhound is a hardy gray hunting
dog. As a hunter, the Norwegian Elkhound has the
courage, agility, and stamina to hold moose and
other big game at bay by barking and dodging attack,
and the endurance to track for long hours in all
weather over rough and varied terrain.

Size, Proportion, Substance:

Height at the withers for males is 20 1/2 inches,
for females 19 1/2 inches. Weight for males is
about 55 pounds, for females about 50 pounds.