Nine Month old's first rabbit

Here is a picture of my two beagles. The one on my left is 12 years old and has had to be retired because of back problems; although she did go on this hunt today (don't tell the vet).  The nine month old is in my arms.  The older beagle smelled the rabbit, but had to "check" a lot. The puppy has good instinct - she busts the brush and smells a lot.  However, it was dry and neither dog really smelled well.  My dad shot the rabbit after we busted it the second time.  The dogs never really got on scent.  I think the puppy will get it; it will just take time.