About
NAVHDA
The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (NAVHDA) is a non-profit organization founded in 1969, dedicated to fostering, improving, promoting, and protecting the versatile hunting dog breeds. NAVHDA provides a standardized, practical method of evaluating the performance of versatile hunting dogs in North America, offering testing, training, and educational resources to handlers, breeders, and dog enthusiasts.
About Appalachian Valley
Our founder, Steve Kane, started this chapter with a deep passion for versatile hunting dogs and an unwavering commitment to the NAVHDA community. His knowledge, generosity, and dedication inspired countless handlers and dogs over the years. Though Steve is no longer with us, his influence is felt in everything we do. We are proud to carry on his vision—fostering a supportive, welcoming environment where both dogs and handlers can learn, grow, and succeed together. Every training day, every test, and every new member is a tribute to the foundation Steve laid and the legacy he leaves behind.
