[TJC]

her nose doesnt even touch the ground...

Doesn't have to mack. They smell the air as they are going. Most won't put their noses down unless they are tracking which is entirely different from scenting.

Tie a piece of the pink tracking tape on the quails one leg. Makes it easier to catch.

 

[TJC]

anybody know any good cheap dog trainers?

Unfortunately they are not usually one in the same.
Sounds like you got help coming in Ringneck.