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 wooded paradise adjoined to state game lands
which provides sufficient exercise. This native wood lot abounds with
squirrels and raccoons, entertaining our dogs on a daily basis. Their
scenting and hunting instincts remain sharp in this natural
environment. Our dogs accompany us during frequent walks on our
property as well as on hundreds of acres of family-owned farms.
While predominantly household family pets, elkhounds also
absolutely love the outdoors. This beautiful breed is not vicious;
however, they are quick to notify their owner of any approaching
stranger. Elkhounds 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
seventeen years ago. About fourteen 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 two acre training facility 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.