Hawthorne Tamaskan

Tracy G.

Breeder of Tamaskans

  • Greater Harrisburg Area, PA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Tracy G., the breeder behind Hawthorne Tamaskan located in Greater Harrisburg Area, PA. We are a dedicated and loving breeding program with a focus on integrity, health, structure, and temperament. In 2009, we brought our first Tamaskan Dog home. Our first litter was in 2012. We've never looked back.

Q. & A. with Tracy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Ben and Tracy lived in Bozeman while attending graduate school. Every weekend they traveled to Yellowstone National Park to work on Tracy's thesis film. Having given so many lectures on coyotes, Tracy was particularly struck when she found the Tamaskan breed. The idea of the Tamaskan Dog makes complete sense--as people are always asking if coyotes or wolves make good pets. Tracy & Ben both believe that the Tamaskan has special merit because of their striking resemblance to wolves. So many people would like to have a wolf or coyote as a pet: and the Tamaskan is the answer! Wild animals are never good pets; it's not fair to them and it usually ends up in disaster.

  • What makes your program special?

    Ben and Tracy are long-time wild dog fans. Tracy researched coyotes for over ten years and gave over 40 public lectures on them. Her undergraduate degrees are in biology and cinematography, and she holds an MFA in Science & Natural History Filmmaking from Montana State University. Tracy currently works for the Pennsylvania Game Commission as a filmmaker and photographer. Ben has a photography degree but returned to his original love of criminal justice and now works as a police officer.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include red gray agouti, black gray agouti, and wolf gray agouti. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Tracy

Tracy has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"The price includes dual registration with the TDR and ARBA, initial vaccines, microchipping and microchip registration, deworming 3x, ENS, rearing and training with Puppy Culture, collar, leash, etc. We only request a deposit from approved applicants once puppies are born."

Contract & health guarantee

Tracy may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Tracy offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Tracy directly.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tracy.

Breeder's location

Meet in Greater Harrisburg Area, PA

4003 miles away

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More about Tracy

  • Club memberships

    Tracy is a member of IABCA, American Rare Breed Association, and Pennsylvania Sled Dog Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    BS Biology, graduate level population genetics course, college level Genetics course, Puppy Culture Breeder, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology).

  • Tracy has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years

    Tracy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Tracy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Hawthorne Tamaskan meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Hawthorne Tamaskan reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Tamaskans.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Tracy to bring home their puppies.

  • KR

    Kelly R.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

      • +8

    Before working with Tracy and Ben of Hawthorne Tamaskan, I had never worked with a dog breeder before. But I've been forever spoiled by the amazing experience I had with them! I found Hawthorne Tamaskan after researching online and discovering Tracy and Ben's extensive experience with the breed on a national level. Tamaskans aren't for everyone; like most northern breeds, few can handle the high-energy, independent, exceedingly intelligent, high-prey drive, pack-oriented nature of Tamaskans. I knew that going in (and had a lot of previous experience with northern breeds), so actually appreciated the rigorous application for consideration. First and foremost, Tracy and Ben want to ensure successful placement of their puppies. Once our family was accepted, I was absolutely floored by the amount of devotion, attention, and love Tracy and Ben give to their dogs, puppies, AND prospective families. Tracy sent incredible emails with an abundance of information and pictures almost every week, which I've subsequently learned is unheard of from most breeders. She gave detailed descriptions of the Puppy Culture methodology she and Ben used as well as in-depth information on crate training, toys, treats, exercise, and vet care. Tracy and I even talked through the timing of when to bring kittens into our home so that our puppy (Kato!) would understand the kittens were part of the pack (and not to be eaten). We were encouraged to visit the puppies after a few weeks, which was a delightful experience and gave us a full understanding of the way in which Tracy and Ben cater to their pups. And when the time came to select a puppy, Tracy called me to talk through (at length!) which pup would be best-suited for our family. We've had Kato for almost two and a half years, and Tracy and Ben still make an effort to remain connected. They're open to questions and Hawthorne families are invited to participate in a private Facebook group to share experiences, queries, and of course, pictures! I truly cannot speak highly enough of Tracy, Ben, and Hawthorne Tamaskan as devoted experts and breeders who are deeply invested in the health and well-being of their dogs and puppies!

Tracy’s photos

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