UKC Hunting Ops Podcast

In this week's episode, we shine a spotlight on the American Feist, the newest breed recognized by the United Kennel Club. Primarily used for squirrel hunting, the American Feist has quickly made its mark thanks to the efforts of Vance Plante of Lake Luzerne, the breed’s founder and the driving force behind the American Feist Association. Serving as the association’s inaugural president, Plante also helped shape its inclusive and m...

Today on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast, Allen brings you the second installment of our new series, "UNDISPUTED", a countdown-style episode that dives deep into the grit, drive, and raw talent of the hardest-working hunting dogs out there.

In each episode, a special guest ranks their top 3 field-tested dogs, not just by breed, but by what they’ve earned when it matters most. These are dogs with bloodlines, bark, and heart.

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Today, Allen and Trevor are looking back on the 2025 Youth Nationals, which was also it's 25th anniversary. And in perfect cyclical fashion, this years event took place less than 50 miles from the very first Youth Nationals.  

84 kids, representing 16 states, came to Shelbyville, IN to compete in the annual nite hunt or bench show. And some awesome prizes were up for grabs! Including tuition awards, goodies from our partner Eukanub...

Today on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast, Allen kicks off an exciting new series! "UNDISPUTED" a countdown-style episode that digs into the grit, drive, and raw talent of the hardest-working hunting dogs out there. Each episode, our special guest ranks their top 3 dogs built for the field - not just by breed, but by what they've earned in the thick of it. These dogs have bloodlines, bark, and heart. This week, counting down his top 3 ...

Today on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast, you're in for a rollercoaster ride! This week, Allen is chatting with Dave McVay and Allen Newby about the swan song for the beloved Don McVay Sr Memorial Hunt.

One of UKC’s “Big Five” and the Last Chance Qualifier for the 2025 World Hunt, is gearing up for its final event September 4 - 6, 2025, in Coshocton, Ohio. And they're going out with a bang! They are changing up the format to one that i...

On this week's episode, Trevor and Allen are previewing this weekend's Youth Nationals and showcasing the next generation in our Next Generation Spotlight Series. These young handlers are the future of the sport, and the future is bright! Start 'em young we always say! If your kids are already hunting with you or they are just getting started, this is a great episode to listen to with them. It'll motivate them to reach for their d...

On this week's episode, Field Trial & Hunt Test Program Manager Domenick Muoio is back again! And this week, he is taking you to last Spring's HRC Grand...literally! Come along with as he walks you through all the test sites with all the sights and sounds that come with them. You'll hear from each site's judges and even an exclusive interview with the Grand Committee Chairperson, Tracey Stubbs

It's an unforgettable episode from...

On this week's episode, Field Trial & Hunt Test Program Manager Domenick Muoio is back! And today he’s bringing you all the big winners from last spring's Elite Shed Dog Series Nationals, including the owner/handler of this year's national champion, who's gets her name from a popular TV show you may recognize (hint: Montana). He also interviews the year end award winners, including the elected ambassador of the year, who everyo...

You asked, we answered! We're back with an all-new episode, and this week Allen and Trevor are answering your questions. Everything from rules on tractive collars, double header bench shows, the possibility of a puppy hunt, and they address status of our registration process and just how caught up our customer service team got during their two-day blackout.

This is an episode that is for you and by you. If you have a question you'd...

Allen and Trevor have been travelling around the country to different events every weekend, so there is no new UKC Hunting Ops Podcast this week. But we've still got you covered! With American Redbone Day coming up this weekend and Plott Days just wrapping up, we are rerunning an episode from our most popular series which will get you ready for this weekend.

Part 3 of our all-time top reproducers series sees Allen and Trevor break ...

This week, Allen and Trevor are taking you through the 25 year history of Youth Nationals...in a tight and informative 90 minutes! They'll take you through the early days (even before Allen came aboard), it's continued growth over the years and achieving a record number of participants, and even how the COVID-19 pandemic changed the event. Allen even shares how one year he road up in style...

Start 'em young we always say! If your ...

In this week's episode, Allen and Trevor are talking to Coonhound Bench Show Competition Advisor/Consultant, Danielle Champ. They'll talk about Danielle's history, background, and all the exciting changes coming to this year's Autumn Oaks...spoiler alert, it includes puppies!

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In this week's episode, Allen is coming to you straight from the field...literally. He and his good friend Atlee Lambright loaded up their dogs, a few nice T-bone steaks, and headed out into Atlee's field to not only let their dogs loose, but the conversation was just as loose and free as the dogs.  They talk about everything from Atlee's marathon accomplishments, the type of grass he planned in his field, their mutual love of hun...

In this week's episode, Allen and Trevor are taking you back to the historic Tournament of Champions. This time they are chatting with UKC field reps Philip Foster, Curtis Sparks, Mark Vest, and Jaime Estep, who was not only a field rep during TOC, but also hosted our live shows. He's a man of many talents, as are all our reps! They talk about their experiences in the field, laugh about life, and the changes they have seen in the s...

This week on the UKC Hunting Ops Podcast, Allen flies solo once again, this time from this year's big beagle weekend: Clash of Champions and Hunting Beagle Nationals Finals!

Held in Zanesville, Ohio at the Muskingham CO Fairgrounds for the 4th year in a row, Clash of Champions had a total purse of $35,000 up for grabs. And the overall winner, 17-year-old Eli Watson and his beagle Opie owned by Joe Merrit, took home the big prize of...

Today Trevor and Allen conclude their discussion on our updated running rules for our Hunting Beagle Program. In this episode, the guys are taking you through rules 9, 10, and 12 (General Information, Scorecards, and Questions, Panels, Appeals, Misconduct) in the final installment of our three-part series on the Hunting Beagles.

If you’re a hunting beagle fanatic, this series is surely one not to miss!

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Today, Trevor and Allen continue their series on the all-time top reproducers. In the final installment of this series, they are breaking down the top reproducing Redbones, Plotts, and English Coonhounds. 

Allen also discusses some of his experiences hunting with some of the top dogs discussed. 

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It's the episode you've been waiting for! Today Allen and Trevor interview the finalists from the 2025 Tournament of Champions! It started with over 1400 dogs and by the end of the weekend, we had a new champion. And her name is Little Ann.

Held in Greencastle, Indiana at the beautiful 3 Fat Labs Wedding and Event Barn, our finalists endured three days of intense competition against some of the top Coonhounds in the world! You'll h...