Use of dogs or hounds always depends on the situation regarding whether it is sporting or not. JMO.

But for a lot of our game species and especially feral species, pretty much go for it. Use of pointers and the like really is a great aid for deer hunters if well trained. And hunting foxes, rabbits and hares always been part of the scene. Pigs and boar too.

Hunting many species of deer with large packs of dogs or hounds has often been considered unsporting, sambar being an exception. Then of course, hunting of deer WITH DOGS and horses has always been part of the hunt in many parts of Europe ... similar to fox hunting.

Not sure where all the tweed and old school tie comes into it, in Australia more likely a check fannel shirt and jeans would be the style of naysayers.