Quicksilver "Q" approximate 1-2 Year Old Male Silver Lab Mix, 75 lbs, Neutered Background. Quicksilver who we have nicknamed "Q" was picked up as a stray in San Benito County late December 2025 and sent to doggie jail where he stayed for over two months before making his way into a Lab Rescue foster home in March of this year. The shelter listed Q as a Silver Lab which he may be, but we think he is a mix. What Q's Foster says. I was really shocked at Q’s first vet appointment when the vet announced, “I don’t think he’s two. Maybe a year old.” While I knew he’d spent 2 months in a shelter, I had no idea that was such a significant span of his puppyhood. It was also a bit of a revelation as to his chewing habits, general immaturity, and just how much he must have regressed in doggy jail. Everything is still new to him. Over the past 2 weeks, Q has settled in, and is becoming a social, outgoing dog. He is always looking to engage in energetic play with any available dogs. When (not if) things become too wild, Q takes corrections from the other dogs. Another great thing about Q is that he is not reactive to other dogs – dogs walking by at a distance or barking on the other side of the fence. When he does take notice, he can quickly be redirected. There are still lots of things that Q is still coming to grips with. He is learning that Mouth Play is not appreciated; he has a big mouth, it can be a bit rough to deal with, and it is just not polite. I have not needed to leave him alone often, but he crates up easily and doesn’t exhibit anxiety being crated. exploring the kiddie pool : https://youtu.be/xK7vsQ-zTJw feeling lucky at the roulette (treat) table: https://youtu.be/qM0QfrMXMy4 learning night fetch: https://youtu.be/cM3H9PjVzvc What Q's Rescue Rep says. My husband and I met Q at the shelter back in January where we were greeted by a young and rambunctious very large and very strong pup that could barely contain himself once brought out of the kennel, happily doing zoomies in the open yard. It took us a while to find Q a suitable foster. One of our seasoned fosters took her dogs out to meet Q, but her female dog didn't take too well to him. Another family fostered Q, hoping to adopt, but Q was too much for their toddler son and began humping him. Q is now with another foster, a single male, who has been working with Q a lot and making huge strides. He has been laying the foundation for his manners and providing lots of structure combined with socialization and play. However, Q is still very much in the "learning phase" and as his foster mentioned above, he has a lot of things to learn and can get mouthy in play so not a good fit for small children. It took Q about a week to catch onto housetraining. Q would thrive in a home where he's a valued member of the family. He would benefit from an active family experienced with large dogs in need of training and know how to handle "big dog" energy, a home where he won't be left alone very much and one committed to being his leader keeping up with positive reinforcement training. A yard or access to open spaces where he can burn off his energy safely is also important. Medical: Q is in good health, neutered, up to date on Rabies and DHPP, heartworm negative, microchipped. Q is currently in: San Jose If you are interested in adopting Q, please contact Rescue Rep Kris at krisellen.nm@gmail.com In your email, please tell me about yourself and why you would be a good fit for him.