I cut mine loose when ever I think I can be right behind them... Every bay is a decision I have to make the call on... I let them go from 100 yds often, but always two dogs and two people or more ! I expect my dogs to have the stamina...
BUT MY DOGS SUCK AND WE DON'T CATCH NO BIG ONES...
Haha dude whatever! I'm sure you catch your fair share
That's why I debated on wether not to ask the question. There's a guy I know who will send his catchdog from 400 yards or better sometimes and he not only catches good hogs but does it often and doesn't seem to have too many cuts. That's just good smart-rough dog work I'd reckon.