Yeah we have quail up here. Brown quail mainly and some King quail. Walk the dogs every day and always find them. Alot of pairs but find coveys of up to 10. Of course you can't shoot them, that would be against the law. They hold in cover well and are perfect for young dogs learning the ropes. Once they flush they are quick though.
The pups name is Ranger. Have put alot of time into him and so happy with how is he is coming along. Have relied on you tube a fair bit and I realised pretty quick I was the main problem . The croc thing is a concern but not too likely where we go. Snakes are probably more of a worry.
Its an interesting cross breed. I saw the parents when I picked him up. He looks like a shorthaired pointer with a beard. One of his sisters is in town as well and she is about half his size and looks like a blue tick hound.