BUCK

HISTORY: Due to circumstances beyond their control, Buck’s guardians could no longer care for him.

MEDICAL NOTE: FeLV+

I’m the very embodiment of the happy go lucky, social, and spunky orange tabby boy. Nothing gets me down and I adjust quickly to just about any situation. What I do insist on is lots of Buck loving and attention. I am the life of any party, playful and just full of myself. Come into my room and I’ll greet you enthusiastically, anxious to strike up a friendship and perhaps a life long love affair.  Soft as down and sweet as the orange sherbet color of my fur, I’m just the best of companions and friends.
Hi everyone – my name is Buck, and I am what you would call a “smooth operator.” That’s right – take a moment and think about the song because that is me to the core. You walk in my cat room and “Bam,” I am there, making moves on you left AND right!

It’s true – I have been breaking hearts all over Albemarle and Fluvanna counties for the last four years. I have been in three homes since I was kitten, but I can assure that it was by no fault of my own. Between you and me, it has been pretty hard, but I don’t like to show my sensitive side all the time. There are too many adventures to be had. I just keep my spirits high and go with the flow!

So I guess you are wondering what happened to me, and although it brings back some bad memories, I figure I should give you the whole story. After all, relationships ARE built on trust…
My first owner could no longer care for me, so she brought me to Caring For Creatures. Then I made TWO people at the sanctuary fall for me, but I couldn’t stay with either one of them. The first moved and could not take me, and the other had a daughter who turned out to be allergic to me.

So here I am, back at the sanctuary for the THIRD time – breaking hearts and making people fall in love with me day in and day out.

I am one handsome orange tabby with golden eyes, and white on my chest, belly, legs, and paws. My outside is almost as awesome as my inside. I have one of the most laid-back, easy going personalities that you will ever meet, but I also love to play, and to snuggle.

I told you – I am the best catch around. And although I might have broken a few hearts here and there, I am ready to be loyal to YOU and YOU alone!”

Fall Update 2024: Buck retains his title of “The Sweetest Cat in the Observation Room.” However, during this past warm summer, he spent more time out on the Catio than inside. He never seemed to mind those hot days even with the temp in the 90s. He continues to be a Lap Cat Extraordinaire. He’s found an effective way to compete for a volunteer’s lap when Marble has already claimed it. He sits at your feet and gazes into your eyes with the most plaintive expression that clearly says, “PLEASE let me on your lap.” Being 17 years old and positive for FeLV (is that a longevity record?), Buck’s only noticeable health issue is likely a touch of arthritis in his right hind leg. He sometimes needs a little boost onto a lap.

Spring Update 2025: During the last month, BUCK has bestowed a great honor on me. When I enter his room, he emits a loud MEOW and follows me to a chair, ready to become a lap cat. While many CFC kitties are lap cats, Buck is the only one I know that gives me such a vocal greeting. I believe it’s a sign of growing trust. Or maybe it’s because I always carry treats in my pocket. Buck is the most persistent cat at trying to get to them. But he’s adorable when he eats them out of my hand. The oldest cat at CFC continues to be in good health. His monthly injection to manage his arthritis has made him more nimble although he still appreciates a boost onto my lap.

Volunteer August Mini Update 2024: Still a sweetie and one of the oldest cats at CFC despite being FeLV+. Despite the summer heat, he delights in snoozing on the Catio. Always welcomes loving attention and is a good lap cat.