I have the litter brother to squabs pup. He's been going into cover since he hit 4 months. Never pushed him. Like you say he was picking up scent. He's now into everything. I think there is value in getting it out with other bushers and one on one. A great bit of advice I was given......take him out without the lurchers as they need to learn the fun is on the inside and not chasing on the outside. ATB