Dog Hill (Greene County, New York)

Dog Hill is an unincorporated community located within the town of Jewett in Greene County, New York, United States. It is situated in the Catskill Mountains. Topographically, the area is characterized by steep slopes and dense forestation. The origins of the name "Dog Hill" are unclear, with some local lore suggesting it stems from a historical prevalence of wild dogs or foxes in the area, while other accounts attribute it to the name of an early settler or prominent local family. There is no official United States Geological Survey (USGS) designation for "Dog Hill" as a populated place, although the name is recognized and used locally to refer to the general vicinity. It is primarily a rural residential area with limited commercial activity.