Hound PodCast: Double U Hunting Supply

Cannon was one of the  hounds Heath raised as a pup. In this episode listen to how Cannon's path to becoming a great hound transpired. This one takes a full circle. Cannon’s impact on Heath’s pack still carries on today. Catch you every Wednesday on What’s up Wednesday.    IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt      Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Double U Hunting S...

Similarities in age and geographical backgrounds make for easy conversation between Steve and his entertaining guest Leon Childers in this episode. Childers, born in eastern Kentucky, followed the path of many mountain-born boys whose families sought better jobs and better times in northern climes. For Childers, the move from the same area in which Steve’s grandparents were raised, it was a move t...

This episode continues on from the last on the dogs that never got the credit they deserved. Sam made catching bears look easy, his determination, speed, fearlessness, and stick ultimately cost him his life. For 6 years i got to follow him on countless adventures and will be forever grateful.    IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt      Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy...

Eight months have lapsed since we last visited with Randy Smith of the highly regarded and immensely successful Lone Pine Treeing Walker Kennel in Pennsylvania. Steve and Randy share a wealth of information vital to anyone aspiring to make the bigtime in the coonhound world, whether as a breeder, trainer or competitor.  Additionally much important information is provided in the realm of raising he...

Every hound hunter has dogs that go unnoticed. Dogs that are in the shadows because of a more talked about dog. History even shows some of the legendary houndsman talked and wrote about certain dogs but used others to complete their pack. Here's to the dogs that never got the credit they deserved.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy O...

Cheyenne Cummings of Seneca, Missouri is known throughout the coon hunting world as one of the really good guys in the sport. And like their owner, Cummings’ hounds wear the “really good” label, really good as well. One of them holds the PKC World Champion title and the other is a UKC Hall of Fame (5 time) Grand Nite Champion and Autumn Oaks National Grand Nite Champion, two the most respected tit...

Following up off last week's episode Heath gets into starting your dog to leading. There are different ways to train your hound, pick what works and be consistent with it. Another episode of dog training 101. IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Double U Hunting Supply Quick-track.com Muddy River Transport  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.co...

There’s plenty of “dog talk at its finest” in this episode with Hoosier tree dog enthusiast Darren Allgood. With three squirrel dog world championships under his belt and an affinity for Plotts and Mountain Curs, Steve takes the opportunity to catch up with his guest as he returns home from Plott Days. The result is some great conversation, tailor-made for brindle dog aficionados. The boys discuss...

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 - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Doub...

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, temperam...

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 exp...

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...

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.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darke...

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,...

00:36 Understanding Tough Skin Antennas 03:56 Identifying Range Issues with Collars 09:26 Handheld Device Troubleshooting 16:33 The Role of Antenna Height in Range 24:12 GPS Signal Acquisition and Troubleshooting 30:54 Importance of Spare Parts for Collars 34:35 Troubleshooting Collar Issues 38:42 Exploring the Alpha XL Features 40:45 Understanding Communication with the Base 43:12 Mapping Options...

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 - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Double U Hunting Supply Quick-track.com Muddy Ri...

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 co...

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 Hea...

In this inaugural episode of Gone To The Dogs, Buddy and Jason interview the show’s host, Steve Fielder. Fielder is revealed to be the sole owner and host of the show with DU Supply providing the platform on which the podcast will stand.  The group gets to talking dogs and presents an overview of the latest member of DU Supply’s family of podcasts.   Fielder is questioned about his earliest beginn...

In this episode, Matt Borg joins the show for an in-depth discussion about the evolving landscape of hunting ethics in the face of modern technology. As a member of Idaho’s HAT Committee (Hunting and Advanced Technology), Matt shares key insights into a recent initiative by the Idaho Fish and Game Commission to evaluate the impact of technology on fair chase principles.   The conversation explores...

When you get a pup to start or add to your pack do you have a plan? What are the first 6 to 8 months of that pup's life like for you? Are you spending the required amount of time to set the puppy up for a successful hunting career? Follow along as Heath walks us through the different stages of the dog's life from puppy development to a finished hound that everyone could be proud of. Come join us o...

In this episode Steve sits down with his best buddies Nubbin Moore to talk about, among several life-changing subjects, Nubbin’s recent election to honored lifetime membership status with the American Black and Tan Coonhound Association. The ABTCHA memberships votes one member into the exclusive group each year with the award presented the following year at Black and Tan Days. Nubbin questions his...

Following up from the trip to Kentucky about decoys, the range of emotions while boxing up collars to send off to training setbacks when rushing through foundation training. Join us on What’s up Wednesday.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Double U Hunting Supply Quick-track.com Muddy River Transport  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com...

The podcast reaches out to the State of Texas for the third episode in a row as Steve hosts octogenarian coon hunter Kenwood Maeker. Maeker, at 87 years of age has literally traveled the world in those many years in the oil industry to places like Nigeria and Indonesia to name but two. Listeners will be impressed by the amazing recall of one of Steve’s favorite acquaintances from his many years tr...

⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – 01:00 | 🎧 Intro & Sponsor Shoutout – Alpha Dog Nutrition promo – Podcast setup chaos and technical difficulties 01:01 – 07:00 | 🐾 Mountain Lion Hazing: SB 818 Explained – What the bill would have allowed in El Dorado County – Use of hounds for non-lethal cougar hazing – How "adverse conditioning" works in practice 07:01 – 13:00 | 🧑‍⚖️ Taylor & Wyatt’s Law and a Po...