Fletcher

🐾 Meet Fletcher – A Loyal Soul Learning to Trust Again 🐾<br/><br/>Fletcher’s story didn’t start kindly. He came to us from a Texas shelter where dogs are euthanized for space, and he was running out of time. We don’t know the full details of his past, but it’s clear Fletcher loved his humans deeply — and was abandoned and let down.<br/><br/>When Fletcher arrived, he had a large scar on his back leg, a quiet reminder of the neglect he endured before rescue. The injury rarely causes him to limp, and he has been fully vet-checked and medically cleared. It’s an old injury and no further medical care is needed.<br/><br/>Because of this history, Fletcher is slow to warm up. He wants to love again, but he’s afraid to give his whole heart and risk being hurt another time. Once he trusts you, his loyalty is unmatched.<br/><br/>🏡 At Home<br/>Fletcher is a champion sleeper and an elite cuddler. He’s calm, laid-back indoors, and happiest curled up next to his person — often taking over the entire bed. A home that doesn’t mind a bed hog is a must!<br/><br/>🐶 With Other Dogs<br/>Fletcher does great with other dogs and enjoys their company, but he needs slow, respectful introductions. As long as the other dog is friendly with him, he does very well.<br/><br/>👨‍👩‍👧 With People & Kids<br/>Fletcher is warming up more every day but still needs his space at times. He does best with adults or older kids who understand dog body language and boundaries. Younger children are not his ideal match. When he’s uncomfortable, he will back up and growl — he has never snapped. We strongly believe in respecting his signals.<br/><br/>🎓 Training & Progress<br/>Fletcher is learning and building confidence:<br/>✔️ Knows sit<br/>✔️ Goes into his crate/cage<br/>✔️ Waits for food<br/>✔️ Continuing to learn at his own pace<br/><br/>✨ What Makes Fletcher Special<br/>• Deeply loyal once bonded<br/>• Emotionally intuitive — comforts you when you’re sad<br/>• Calm, relaxed energy indoors<br/>• Great with dogs after proper introductions<br/>• A true “heart dog” for the right person<br/><br/>⚠️ Things to Know<br/>• Nervous around new people<br/>• Very expressive and “talkative,” especially when playtime ends<br/><br/>🏡 Fletcher’s Ideal Home<br/>• Any activity level<br/>• Adults or older teens preferred<br/>• No young children<br/>• Large yard is a bonus<br/>• Patient, dog-savvy humans<br/>• A home that understands fear-based behaviors<br/>• Someone who will prove love can be permanent<br/><br/>Fletcher isn’t looking for perfection — he’s looking for safety, consistency, and commitment. In return, he’ll give devotion, comfort, and a love that runs deep.<br/><br/>If you’re willing to move at his pace and earn his trust, Fletcher will give you his whole heart. 💙🐾<br/><br/>Ready to meet your new best friend? I can’t wait to find my forever family! <br/><br/>Our standard adoption fee is $375 cash or check and $385 credit card ($10 processing fee). . It includes spay/neuter when age appropriate at our participating vets, age appropriate core vaccinations, fecal testing, deworming, flea and tick preventative,1st vet visit at one of our participating vets, and micro-chipping. <br/><br/>We must have an application, conduct a phone interview, and meet your entire family to approve an adoption. Applications will not be reviewed unless fully completed. An application does not commit you to adopting and does not guarantee adoption but does allow us to begin the review process. <br/><br/>Please email adopt@safehavendogsIL.org for an application or additional details.<br/><br/>Please note that the breeds and sizes posted in this biography are educated best guesses and are not guaranteed.<br/><br/>Safe Haven Dog Rescue reserves the right to refuse adoption of any dog or puppy to any applicant (adopter) for any reason.<br/><br/>Please consider becoming a foster home while you search for your new best friend. We need foster homes - pounds are overflowing with puppies and adult dogs that are at-risk and need help. We can only rescue as many as we have foster home commitments. Fostering is a rewarding experience for your family.

🐾 Meet Fletcher – A Loyal Soul Learning to Trust Again 🐾

Fletcher’s story didn’t start kindly. He came to us from a Texas shelter where dogs are euthanized for space, and he was running out of time. We don’t know the full details of his past, but it’s clear Fletcher loved his humans deeply — and was abandoned and let down.

When Fletcher arrived, he had a large scar on his back leg, a quiet reminder of the neglect he endured before rescue. The injury rarely causes him to limp, and he has been fully vet-checked and medically cleared. It’s an old injury and no further medical care is needed.

Because of this history, Fletcher is slow to warm up. He wants to love again, but he’s afraid to give his whole heart and risk being hurt another time. Once he trusts you, his loyalty is unmatched.

🏡 At Home
Fletcher is a champion sleeper and an elite cuddler. He’s calm, laid-back indoors, and happiest curled up next to his person — often taking over the entire bed. A home that doesn’t mind a bed h

🐾 Meet Fletcher – A Loyal Soul Learning to Trust Again 🐾

Fletcher’s story didn’t start kindly. He came to us from a Texas shelter where dogs are euthanized for space, and he was running out of time. We don’t know the full details of his past, but it’s clear Fletcher loved his humans deeply — and was abandoned and let down.

When Fletcher arrived, he had a large scar on his back leg, a quiet reminder of the neglect he endured before rescue. The injury rarely causes him to limp, and he has been fully vet-checked and medically cleared. It’s an old injury and no further medical care is needed.

Because of this history, Fletcher is slow to warm up. He wants to love again, but he’s afraid to give his whole heart and risk being hurt another time. Once he trusts you, his loyalty is unmatched.

🏡 At Home
Fletcher is a champion sleeper and an elite cuddler. He’s calm, laid-back indoors, and happiest curled up next to his person — often taking over the entire bed. A home that doesn’t mind a bed hog is a must!

🐶 With Other Dogs
Fletcher does great with other dogs and enjoys their company, but he needs slow, respectful introductions. As long as the other dog is friendly with him, he does very well.

👨‍👩‍👧 With People & Kids
Fletcher is warming up more every day but still needs his space at times. He does best with adults or older kids who understand dog body lan