Foundation Dogs
Nitro Kennels' Foundation Dogs
These great deceased, or retired, Nitro Kennels' dogs represent the best genetics of Bob Wehle's incomparable 66 year line breeding program. They were the foundation of Nitro Kennels, and their admirable qualities are evident in their descendants.
ELHEW JEFFERSONCh. Elhew Snakefoot x Elhew JubeElhew Jefferson was, perhaps, National Champion Elhew Snakefoot's most charismatic son. He was an exceptionally handsome dog, with a regal bearing. Jefferson is the sire of Champions Elhew Swami and Elhew Blue Chip, and numerous fine personal gun dogs. He continues to contribute to Nitro Kennels through his progeny. |
ELHEW SEAHORSEElhew Crazy Horse x Elhew Miss FriskyElhew Seahorse produced a Shooting Dog Champion, two Woodcock Futurity Winners, and many fine gun dogs. His dam was a sister to Bob Wehle's two outstanding gun dog sires, McGoo and Sea Wolf. Nitro Kennels is fortunate to currently own both sons and daughters of this outstanding bird dog. Seahorse will continue to make his presence felt through his offspring. |
ELHEW WIZARDElhew Hobo x Elhew Mother GooseElhew Wizard was a well-made son of Bob Wehle's 2000 brag dog, Elhew Hobo. His dam, Mother Goose, was a noteworthy producer in her own right. Wizard exhibited great character around game - a quality that he endowed to his offspring. He produced many fine gun dogs. |
ELHEW DIXIE CHICK (Dixie)Elhew Hobo x Elhew ScooterElhew Dixie Chick, a favorite of Bob Wehle's, continues her important contribution to the Nitro Kennels' breeding program through her progeny. Her class, athleticism, and natural ability characterize her sons and daughters by multiple sires. |
ELHEW FANCY GIRLElhew Distinction x Elhew GabriellaFancy possessed a smooth, fluid gait, and was equally attractive on the ground as on point. She exhibited an abundance of natural ability, and hunted at a comfortable range in all terrain. Fancy both backed, and retrieved, naturally. We feel fortunate to have owned such a fine dog, and to have her genetics continue to influence our kennel. |
ELHEW MAGNOLIAElhew Sea Wolf x Elhew Tom BoyElhew Magnolia was a direct daughter of the great gun dog sire, Elhew Sea Wolf. She was a favorite of all who were privileged to hunt over her. Magnolia was very classy on the ground and on point, and exhibited near ideal conformation. She produced beautiful pups blessed with uncommon natural ability, particularly when bred to Elhew Jefferson and Elhew Seahorse. |
ELHEW MOTHER GOOSEElhew Jefferson x Elhew B VElhew Mother Goose was a product of the breeding of Elhew Jefferson to Elhew B V. Both males and females from this "nick" have proven to be exceptional producers. |
ELHEW PRETTY WOMANElhew Hobo x Elhew Miss AmericaElhew Pretty Woman was a fast, athletic female who hunted ambitiously, and handled effortlessly. She was an exceptionally well-made female, a characteristic that she transmitted to her offspring. We are thankful for the opportunity to have owned and hunted such a special dog. |
ELHEW SEA SONGElhew Sea Wolf x Elhew JoyElhew Sea Song, a product of the Sea Wolf x Joy "nick", produced exceptional gun dogs from multiple sires. She continues to favorably influence the Nitro Kennels' breeding program through her outstanding sons and daughters. Sea Song now lives in the house, enjoying her well-earned retirement. |
ELHEW TOM BOYCH Elhew Snakefoot x CH Elhew AjitatorElhew Tom Boy was a product of the breeding of two National Open Shooting Dog Championship winners - Elhew Snakefoot and Elhew Ajitator. She bore a strong resemblance to her famous sire. True to her heritage, Tom Boy produced classy, natural bird dogs. A daughter, Elhew Sea Coral, earned placements in 2000 in both the Woodcock and Grouse Futurities. |
MISS ELHEW JEFFERSON (Gentry)Elhew Jefferson x Deep Creek KateGentry is the product of the union of two outstanding producers - Elhew Jefferson and Fearless Bud daughter, Deep Creek Kate. One produced acclaimed 16x Open Shooting Dog Champion Elhew Swami, the other Champion Elhew Fibber McGee. Gentry, as you would expect, is a strong, natural bird dog. Her offspring exhibit these same sought-after qualities. |
NITRO'S ELHEW ABILENE (Abby)Elhew Damascus x Miss Elhew JanAbby was a beautifully made female with a great temperament. She was the last producing pure Elhew daughter of acclaimed sire, Elhew Damascus. Abby's dam was a direct daughter of the great gun dog sire, Elhew Sea Wolf, making her a double bred "McGoo type" dog. Abby produced outstanding pups by multiple sires |
NITRO'S ELHEW ALABAMA (Abba)Elhew Royalty x Elhew ScooterAbba was a beautifully gaited dog, as classy on the ground as on point. She had a great nose, and a pleasing temperament. Abba hunted at medium range, and handled kindly. She was a direct daughter of the acclaimed Elhew Royalty, and a littermate to Elhew General Patton. We are extremely pleased with pups produced by Abba. |
PINEHILL'S WALKING TALLElhew Damascus x Pinehill Elhew BlueWalker was a once in a lifetime gun dog. He was, without a doubt, one of the greatest sons that Elhew Damascus ever produced. He always seemed to know what I wanted and gave his all to please me. He was an exceptionally strong natural retriever. His progeny inherited his fabulous instincts and abilities. |
PINEHILL ELHEW BLUEElhew Blue Nose x Class of TrackElhew Blue was a proven producer when acquired by Nitro Kennels. She was the dam of Pinehill's Walking Tall, the foundation sire of Nitro Kennels and as fine a natural bird dog as we have ever owned. |