I personally prefer hollow points, but have given up on trying to convince anyone else on that topic.
What would be the arguement against HP's? I use XTP's in most of my "normal" handguns, except the 357 Max which moves too fast for them. I know of the point many make about breaking down an animal with a hard cast but I prefer to shoot for the vitals and leave some useable meat on the shoulders. No need to try to convince me about HP's, I'm a believer ;-)
For the original poster, I'd also recommend a .41 Mag over the 357. It has only a little more recoil, and ballistics right with the 44 Mag. The only downside is availability of factory hunting ammo at you local hardware store but that shouldn't be an issue. The 357 Mag is capable with a well placed shot behind the front leg, but there is little room for error. JMO.