
Est. 1914
America’s Oldest Drag Hunt
Aiken Hounds was established in 1914 by Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Hitchcock of Long Island. Formally recognized by the MFHA in 1916, Aiken Hounds is the oldest drag hunt in America.
Puppy Naming Auction
About Our Auction
A well-named hound becomes part of hunt history – leave your mark on this year’s litter.
The Aiken Hounds is pleased to announce the arrival of a new litter of puppies and invite you to participate in one of our most cherished traditions—naming the puppies.
For generations, members and friends of the hunt have had the opportunity to leave their mark on the pack by selecting the names that these young hounds will carry throughout their hunting careers. Each puppy offered in this auction represents not only the future of our pack but also the continuation of the traditions, camaraderie, and sporting heritage that make the Aiken Hounds so special.
The highest bidder for each puppy will earn the privilege of choosing that hound’s registered name, creating a lasting connection to the pack and to the history of the hunt.
Proceeds from this auction will directly support the care, feeding, veterinary expenses, training, and development of our hounds. Maintaining a healthy and successful pack requires significant year-round commitment, and your participation helps ensure that these young puppies receive the care and preparation needed to become the next generation of Aiken Hounds.
We encourage you to bid generously, have some fun, and take part in this unique opportunity to help shape the future of the pack.
Thank you for your support of the Aiken Hounds and the traditions we are proud to preserve.



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Meet the Masters
MASTERS
Lt. Col. Larry E. Byers, USMC (Ret.) – MFH
Sarah Greenhill Wildasin – MFH
Karl McMillan – MFH

Meet the Huntsman
HUNTSMEN
John Tabachka
FIRST WHIPPER – IN
Jennifer Buckley

Meet the Hunt Secretaries

HONORARY SECRETARY
Elizabeth Metzel

COMMUNICATIONS SECRETARY
Erin Whitmore
