I hunt with dogs because I love dogs in general and enjoy working with a dog to do things that some say can't be done. I have been "running the dogs" for 22 years and my first hunts were on my uncles backs (I miss these days). I currently have 6 dogs in my yard and all are different breedings. We walk until we've had enough and then turn around and walk back.

I run 4 of my dogs on the ground at a time at max.
Disclaimer: Take my advice along with everyone else that is willing to share and sit down with yourself and then get out there and create your own experiences and opinion.