Meet Buster Age: 1 year, 4 months Weight: 39.7 lbs Breed: Australian Cattle Dog (Red Heeler) / Redbone Coonhound Gender: Male Intake Date: 12/29/2025 Adoption Fee: $300 About Buster Buster is one of those dogs you meet once and immediately think, "Yep... that's a good dog." He's handsome, happy, and has a heart as big as his goofy grin. Personality This boy is pure sunshine. Buster is full of joy, tail wags, and that contagious happiness that can turn any bad day around. He's affectionate and a total love bug who just wants to play tug half the day and be in your lap the other half. Perfect Home Buster is ready for a home that means forever. He'd love a family who will include him in daily life, give him love, and provide a safe, cozy place to land. He's the perfect "just right" size for adventures and couch cuddles alike. Compatibility Dogs: It's complicated Cats: He doesn't seem to care about them Kids: older kids due to activity Behavior & Training Notes Buster is housetrained. He needs someone to wear out his young boy active lifestyle. He is a barker, but we do have a lot of things to bark at in the shelter. Health Neutered, microchipped, and fully vetted. Their Story Buster was found roaming on a cold night and brought to safety by a kind donor near the Chatuge Gun Club. From there, he landed with us and quickly made himself at home in our hearts. Now he's safe, cared for, and ready for his next chapter. Why You'll Love Buster He's the total package. The perfect size, the perfect personality, and the kind of dog who makes life better just by being in it. Buster doesn't ask for much... just love, safety, and a place to belong. Visit www.castoffpetrescue.org and apply for adoption. Buster is ready to trade wandering for a forever home.