Hound Dog Podcast Network by The Sportsmen's Empire

In this conversation, Buddy and Jason discuss the latest product announcements from Garmin at the SHOT Show, focusing on the Alpha XL and Alpha 200 Plus. They delve into the features, functionality, and improvements of the Alpha XL, a dedicated dog tracking device with a high-resolution touchscreen. The discussion also covers mapping and navigation features, as well as the challenges faced with of...

Houndsmen and hound women join the hound-hunting sport chiefly for one purpose, to experience the audible thrill of the chase, the proverbial music of the hounds.  Imagine if you will, a consummate hound hunter since youth, loving this sport above all other experiences and facing the real possibility that he will lose his hearing, rendering him no longer able to experience the sport that which he...

Heath road trips to the Grand American in Orangeburg Sc. Picking up Jason Duby on the way. You can hear all about it and another trip Heath took that covered 2600 miles in a weekend hunting in different states. Fill up that tank and grab a coffee we have some miles to cover. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

Steve met Matthew Huff three years ago on social media.   The hunters shared a love for tree dogs that brought them to a personal meeting at the 2022 Grand American Coon Hunt in South Carolina. Huff’s story is unique.  It begins in California and moves eastward to Georgia.  The catalyst for his mostly urban coon hunting activities came in the form of a mixed breed, mostly hound, with perhaps a sho...

After a hard season comes to an end, Heath catches back up with George Lambert (Mountainmusicandmules) to discuss what they both saw this season. Hunting the same region a couple hours apart they both had similar experiences. Low food sources, seeming low bear numbers to young dogs running anything to would satisfy their urge to scorch the earth. George and Heath take it to the next level. Join us...

Bear hunter Holt Collier, who was the guide for the famous “teddy bear” hunt that earned President Theodore Roosevelt his nickname, can lay claim to taking a sitting president bear hunting.  That’s a distinction similar to that of our guest but not quite.  Our guest Mark Israel of Smithfield, Georgia, took the 39th President of the United States coon hunting and not just once, but several times fo...

In today’s episode Buddy and Jason get a chance to catch up after a busy holiday season and Jason’s trip to the Grand American Coon Hunt with fellow DU Podcast host Steve Fielder and Heath Hyatt.  Jason was able to talk with several of our listeners and see a lot of customers on his trip.  For anyone planning to attend the hunt next year Jason has a recommendation of what hotel to NOT stay at.  Th...

 Finishing off the season with a bang, not really. Trashy dogs and the neighbors chickens. A post to remember how hunting grounds us. Let’s get the year started off the right way, with the dogs.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Happy New Year! On New Year everyone sets New Year’s resolutions. Do you have a list for your pack? Heath has a great conversation with Dan Vogt of Idaho. Dan was a police K9 handler for 12 years. Dan and Heath discuss training and what they’ve learned in the K9 world and how they incorporate it into their packs. Get the New Year started right.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hy...

After two weeks of covering lots of ground Heath reflects on Why. Why did he get dogs to start with? Are we using social media for good purposes and are hound hunters really the ultimate selective hunters? So many topics it will make for more podcasts.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Steve talks with five hunters from as many states that came to hunt raccoons with hounds in the White River National Wildlife Refuge in Arkansas this year.   Hunters from the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, South Carolina and Tennessee are included in the conversations. The episode offers more than three hours of content that collectively describe the hunts and the types of...

Today Buddy and Jason talk a little shop, the recent Houndsmen For Heroes cat hunt, and more. We promise to get back into some dog talk and are looking for your feedback.  What are some of the topics you would like us to cover with future guest? Make sure to check out the Double U Hunting Supply Podcast group on Facebook to leave your questions.  We would like to thank those who support this podca...

Does learning another training method change the way you train? Heath catches back up with Randall Lykins of Liberty Canine LLC of Columbus, Ga. Randall completed NEPOPO silver and gold classes. They talk about how learning other methods helps you become more well-rounded. They also throw in some training issues and fixes.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informat...

November has come and gone. This week is the opening week of Va bear season and Heath has been busy with work, volleyball, and getting a roof on his he shed, aka boat garage. In this short episode, he goes over layers of fog holding scent and how the food source will affect the bear this season.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

At the point of the recording, two nights of a four-night hunt have been accomplished. The account of opening night; a date coon hunters universally look forward to all year long, is the tale of a young dog coming of age and the tale of his journey from pup to coon dog. Each listener that keeps hounds and loves the outdoors will enjoy this podcast. The conversation will paint the picture of two fr...

After spending a couple days in North Carolina with Doug and BB, Heath got to witness something he’s never witnessed in 30 years of hunting. Catch what that was and how the three days went on What’s up Wednesday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jason wrangles Buddy into another episode now that he is back from a pretty epic big game season, Jason has a skunk story (or two) for a good laugh and Buddy gives his prediction on why someone didn’t show up to work on their first day.  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 le...

This episode drops on the Monday before Thanksgiving.  Steve extolls the joys of one of his favorite times of year as the episode opens.  Thanksgiving could well be called the hunter’s holiday since so much hunting activity routinely takes place on and around the traditional holiday. Fellow podcast content creator Clayton Stark’s post on social media forms the basis for reflections by many members...

When hunters talk, some conversations are deep, intriguing, and meaningful. Heath and George have many off-the-record discussions about everything from dog habits to training techniques and nutrition.  Those conversations are too good not to share. Do you have a parachute in case things go bad? Join us every Wednesday for these types of conversations.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

Is Car chasing in their genetics? Heath runs through the scent imprinting process he’s been posting on social media. He recaps the dos and don’ts of steps 1 through 4. If you want to keep your young dogs busy and challenge them,  you better grab a pad and pencil this is a hot one.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of persona...

Mark is no stranger to the podcast at this point and it's always nice to listen in as he and Steve catch up. Listen in as they talk Plott dogs, Coon hunts and more! 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 below https://www...

On today’s episode Jason and Joe Yoder talk a bit about the different aspects and levels of involvement when it comes to hounds and other working animals.  Not everyone is cut out to be a breeder, professional handler or trainer but the important thing is that you enjoy what you can to its fullest.  The love of the hounds is what keeps us all plunging into the darkness, but we as Houndsmen should...

Project upland contributor and trainer, Jason Carter from Merrymeeting Kennels teaches us training techniques to help gun-shy dogs overcome fear. Heath also gets Jason to talk about his latest article in Project Upland Magazine about conditioning your dog for hunting season. This is a great episode you’re not going to want to miss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...

Steve has been back on the road again and getting to the woods with longtime friend Randy Smith of Lone Pine Kennels.  In between hunts Steve and Randy sat down to recap the week's events and talk some Lone Pine walker dogs. 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 abou...