Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen's Empire

After a recent question on social media about a dog lunging at the tree, Heath goes over some options with the safety of the dog at the forefront. There are different tools per say to use and knowing the correct purpose of those tools are important. Catch this episode for tips to help you. IG - heathhyatt147FB Heath HyattYoutube - Heath Hyatt Follow our Sponsors:Inukshuk DarkenergyOnX Double U Hunting SupplyQuick-track.comMuddy River Transport  Inukshuk:Inukshukpro.comCorey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4darkenergy.com Onx: subscribe to the best mapping app on the market by using promo code - K920 Frontline Optics- Duty sunglassesPolarizedNo questions asked replacementCharitable Donation with every pairFree shippingFrontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy  Subscribe to: Full Cry MagazineBear Hunting MagazineSouthern Hound hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation For the best lights in the businessCheck out: Cajunlights.com  Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.comWe would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

In this episode Steve reviews the comments of several houndsmen concerning what it takes to make a winner in the world of coonhound competition. Steve consults twenty-one savvy hunters for their views on virtually every aspect of the toolset a hound needs to emerge a winner in today’s fast-paced competition game.Which tools are most important?  Is it brains, drive, accuracy, consistency, temperament, hunting or locating ability? These traits and more are discussed at length in this interesting and informative episode chock full of “dog talk at its finest.” We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

In today’s episode, we dive into a rising trend where tradition meets evolution in the world of bear dog hunting, the use of Laikas, a hardy and versatile breed with deep roots in Russian hunting culture. From their sharp instincts to their fearless nature, Laikas are earning their place in the bear woods. Join us as we talk to fellow podcaster Erik Rohdin from Nordic tales and American Trails explore what sets them apart, how the hunting styles and needs are different. Anytime you can learn from others you should. Join us on every episode of What’s up Wednesday. Nordic Tales and American Trails - Podcast IG - heathhyatt147FB Heath HyattYoutube - Heath Hyatt Follow our Sponsors:Inukshuk DarkenergyOnX Double U Hunting SupplyQuick-track.comMuddy River Transport Inukshuk:Inukshukpro.comCorey.caDarkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4darkenergy.comOnx: subscribe to the best mapping app on the market by using promo code - K920Frontline Optics- Duty sunglassesPolarizedNo questions asked replacementCharitable Donation with every pairFree shippingFrontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to: Full Cry MagazineBear Hunting MagazineSouthern Hound hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation For the best lights in the businessCheck out: Cajunlights.com  Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.comWe would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

This episode features Gone To The Dogs regular guest Fred Moran.Fred, at 88 years of age, is a storehouse of memories from many genres.   Steve and Fred discus deer hunting, Fred’s days as an animal control officer including some real live monkey business, and hunting trips to several states.Moran’s stories are as timeless as is he.  Steve brings Fred on when he needs a personal boost concerning all things outdoors and the Pennsylvanian never disappoints.   Dog talk a it’s finest, guaranteed!We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

Back to the basics of training. A solid foundation with a recall should be the most important thing you train with your dog. First and foremost it’s a safety issue, it builds a better bond, trust and freedom. Heath highlights several steps to carry us through this process. Join us on What’s up Wednesday. 

As an lifelong coon hunter and as a registry executive for three major registries over a 35-year career, Gone To The Dogs host Steve Fielder has accumulated a storehouse of knowledge about the sport of raccoon hunting with hounds. In this episode Fielder explores a must-know list of ten things every coon hunter should know if he or she is to enjoy the sport, either for pleasure or in competition, to its fullest. The host covers the fundamentals of coon hunting, how to find places to hunt, how to choose the right types of gear, how to properly and safely purchase a coonhound, how to buy or breed and to train a coonhound pup, how to develop a network of hound hunting friends, how to make an indelible mark on the sport, how to handle a hound successfully in competition, how to stay healthy despite the rigors of coon hunting and lastly, how to avoid the many pitfalls one can encounter out there following the hounds of the night. It’s all here, wrapped nicely in coon talk at its finest.Episode NotesWe would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

In this conversation, the Buddy and Mike discuss various aspects of dog tracking technology, focusing on the Tough Skin antennas, troubleshooting range issues with collars, and the importance of maintaining handheld devices. They emphasize the significance of checking connections, understanding the role of antenna height, and ensuring proper GPS signal acquisition. The discussion also highlights the necessity of having spare parts, particularly flex bands, to avoid disruptions during hunting or tracking activities. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various aspects of dog tracking technology, focusing on troubleshooting collar issues, exploring the features of the Alpha XL, understanding communication with the base unit, discussing mapping options, managing subscriptions, and customizing training keys. They share insights and experiences that highlight the importance of proper usage and maintenance of these devices, as well as the challenges users face with technology integration.Episode Notes00:36 Understanding Tough Skin Antennas03:56 Identifying Range Issues with Collars09:26 Handheld Device Troubleshooting16:33 The Role of Antenna Height in Range24:12 GPS Signal Acquisition and Troubleshooting30:54 Importance of Spare Parts for Collars34:35 Troubleshooting Collar Issues38:42 Exploring the Alpha XL Features40:45 Understanding Communication with the Base43:12 Mapping Options and Preferences51:39 Subscription Management and User Experience56:26 Customizing Training Keys and Commands We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

Unsnapping that leash for the first time of the year is the beginning of another set of challenges. Heath makes a 3 day trip down to the coast for the first run for several dogs. Get the play by play on this week's episode of What’s up Wednesday. IG - heathhyatt147FB Heath HyattYoutube - Heath Hyatt Follow our Sponsors:Inukshuk DarkenergyOnX Double U Hunting SupplyQuick-track.comMuddy River Transport Inukshuk:Inukshukpro.comCorey.caDarkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4darkenergy.comOnx: subscribe to the best mapping app on the market by using promo code - K920Frontline Optics- Duty sunglassesPolarizedNo questions asked replacementCharitable Donation with every pairFree shippingFrontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyySubscribe to: Full Cry MagazineBear Hunting MagazineSouthern Hound hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation For the best lights in the businessCheck out: Cajunlights.com  Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.comWe would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

Fresh off his win at the 2025 ProSport National Cup championship in Brazil, Ind., Daniel Sneed of Cherryville, North Carolina joins Steve for some dog talk at its finest, chiefly surrounding the hound with which Sneed won the prestigious event. At thirty-eight years of age, Sneed has a story that’s all too familiar to the host having grown up in the home of a houndsman and developing a love for coon hunting at an early age. Steve and Daniel compare notes on their development in the sport and readily find many similarities in their backgrounds. Sneed is an articulate story teller and listeners will enjoy his precise accounts of the three-night Pro Cup event leading up to his hound No Name Epp being declared the overall Pro Cup champion. This one covers all the basis of pleasure and competition hunting and includes an admission by Sneed that may surprise listeners given his obvious success in the competition realm. Dog talk at its finest one more time on the Gone To The Dogs Podcast.Episode NotesWe would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

Packing for a hunting trip with hounds can be tricky. Making sure you not only have everything you and your dog needs you also have to anticipate what you may need during the hunt. A short trip to NC to hunt with BB and Doug prompted a packing overview. Switching trucks had Heath double checking all the equipment twice. Are you prepared, catch this week's episode to get all the tips and tricks Heath uses. IG - heathhyatt147FB Heath HyattYoutube - Heath Hyatt Follow our Sponsors:Inukshuk DarkenergyOnX Double U Hunting SupplyQuick-track.comMuddy River Transport Inukshuk:Inukshukpro.comCorey.caDarkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4darkenergy.comOnx: subscribe to the best mapping app on the market by using promo code - K920Frontline Optics- Duty sunglassesPolarizedNo questions asked replacementCharitable Donation with every pairFree shippingFrontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyySubscribe to: Full Cry MagazineBear Hunting MagazineSouthern Hound hunting Magazine American Bear FoundationFor the best lights in the businessCheck out: Cajunlights.com Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.comWe would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts