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A gentleman by the handle Nannyslayer might be a good fella to talk to. He seems to mix hounds and curs in a similar hunting situation to yours.
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I have followed a similar path to yours. Started out with Coon hounds as a young man. Got into hog Doggin about 6 years ago. Transitioning from tail gate casting, truck to tree, open hounds to stock minded, intelligent, short to medium cur dogs has been an interesting adventure for me.
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A West Virginia or Tennesee bred Walker, Bluetick, or Plott probably fit your hunting situation the best. You may end up creating your own line of crosses. Keep us posted and good luck!