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In this episode of the Holt Outdoors Podcast, we sit down with Jeff Long, a Missouri coon hunting veteran with over 50 years of experience in the timber. Jeff shares a lifetime of wisdom on dog training, starting with his first Walker hound bought from the legendary Russell Beck. If you are a hound hunter looking to refine your competition coon hunting strategy or just starting a young dog, Jeff’s insights on "Brains and Heart" are essential viewing.

Jeff breaks down the evolution of the Walker hound, explaining why modern dogs are faster and more independent than those of 30 years ago. We dive into a detailed profile of his current standout dog, Dirt, exploring his pedigree (Three Blank Joker x Kenneth Johnson's Wild) and how a natural hunting style leads to hound performance in the woods. From the "10-coon rule" for building confidence to the biggest mistakes parents make when introducing youth to the sport, this episode is packed with value for the modern coon dog enthusiast.

Inside this episode:

The Starting Process: How Jeff and partner Keith Palmer divide the work of starting vs. finishing young hounds.

Accuracy vs. Speed: Why Jeff prefers a dog that can work any track over a "hot-nosed ambush" dog.

The Youth Mistake: Why an experienced "meat dog" is better than a puppy for keeping kids interested in hunting.

Correcting Empties: Why Jeff believes "Brains and Nose" are the only real fixes for a slick-treeing dog.

Legends of the Past: Memories of the original Stage Coma, Triple Tough Luke, and Domino.

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