I to would never own a dog that can't run a track and mine have enough stick to get the job done. Just because a dog is ruff doesn't mean they have no bottom. It's not uncommon for them to run a hog a couple hrs before stopping it.
if they run a hog that long before stopping it, how long are they caught on a hog for? How long can a pack of RCD hold a big hog for? I know it depends on the hog, but lets hear some experiences. Id like to hear judges opinion on this too. I have one proven RCD and a few up and comers. Im trying to figure out what the best way to run them is and what I should be expecting from some good RCDs. We can run 3 dogs by law out here(per person), so im limited. Should I be only running short range dogs this way, so they dont get gassed before I can get to them and end up killed?