Fletcher

I’m Fletcher — a handsome, 6-year-old black Labrador
Retriever, weighing in at a solid 82 pounds. Life has thrown me a few
curveballs recently, but thanks to the caring folks at DLRR, I’m
healthy, happy, and ready to start fresh in my forever home.

Not long ago, I ended up at the Maricopa County shelter in rough shape. I
was sick, sore, and had no energy. A serious infection caused a lot of
swelling, and because of my medical needs, I was called a “New
Hope” dog. That meant I couldn’t be adopted by the public. My
time was almost up, but DLRR stepped in and saved me. They took me to the
great team at Scottsdale Vet Clinic, who treated my infection and helped me
get better.

Then, just as I was starting to feel better, I got some respiratory
infections. I had to stay in isolation while I recovered, but the
wonderful staff helped me get through it. Once I was healthy enough, I was
finally neutered, and now I feel better than ever! The staff was really sad
to see me go cuz I was such a good boy. Everybody loved me! Now I'm
with my foster mom and dad. They think I'm pretty special too. So do all
the neighbors who always want to pet me when I walk by.
I’m a calm, gentle, and easygoing guy who loves. loves,
loves  a good walk, even if I zig-zag a bit to check out every
smell!  I look like an English Lab with my stocky build, and I have a
few unique dark spots on my tongue that makes me one-of-a-kind. I’m
completely housebroken and not destructive. However, if there is an open
garbage can or something on the counter, my curiosity will make me check it
out. I stole my foster dad's toast off his eggs the other day! I adore
kids and love to cuddle on the couch. I'm pretty good at playing fetch
except sometimes I don't like to give it back! I know sit, shake and lay
down. I'm learning to wait at the door but, sometimes that is really hard
for me!  I love to ride in the car and hang my head out the window. I
have been getting in on the first step of the pool to grab a quick drink and
cool my belly off. So far I haven't been swimming. My foster mom says
when it warms up a little she will get in with me. I think I will probably
love it! Overall, I’m just a mellow, grateful Lab ready to settle
into a loving home.

I promise to be a loyal companion who will always stay by your side. Could
we be the perfect match? Let’s find out together. I’m ready to
begin our next chapter.     Love, Fletcher