My name is
Buster AKA Stringer!

Posted 1 year ago | Updated over 3 weeks ago

Thumbnail photo of Buster AKA Stringer #1

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Cared for by Colony Cats (& dogs)

Adoption process

Submit Application

Approve Application

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Sign Adoption Contract

Pay Fee

Take the Pet Home

Or Apply to Adopt

My basic info

Breed

Domestic Shorthair

Color

Black (Mostly)

Age

Adult

Sex

Male

Pet ID

12450471-982000411722300

Hair Length

short

My details

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Buster, affectionately known as Stringer, a striking black cat with green eyes and a distinctive white patch on his neck and belly. Born around October 1, 2017, Buster's life has been a series of ups and downs. He was adopted in 2018 after being rescued as a kitten with his feral mom and four siblings. He returned to Colony Cats in 2022 when his owner could no longer care for him.

Buster is not your average lap cat. He has a tough exterior and a fierce independence, making him a challenging but rewarding companion. Though initially hissy and growly, Buster's demeanor is his way of setting boundaries. He requires a patient, understanding home where his need for space and independence is respected.

Due to his dental issues—he is missing all but one tooth—Buster needs a diet of canned food. When properly fed, he becomes a big, healthy cat. He loves snack squeeze pouches and playing with string, hence the nickname Stringer. While not overly affectionate, Buster does enjoy gentle head scratches, especially with a back scratcher, once he trusts you.

Buster is neutered, vaccinated, and FIV/FeLV negative. He is a cat for someone who appreciates a feline with a strong personality and who can offer him the respect and patience he needs. If you're up for the challenge, Buster will reward you with his unique character and occasional moments of affection. Adopt Buster and embrace the adventure of earning the trust of this resilient and independent cat.

Come meet me at the cage-free Adoption Center!

**If interested in adopting me, please fill out an online adoption application at http://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries received, we are unable to respond to emails quickly.**

Rescue

Colony Cats (& dogs)

Contact info

Pet ID

12450471-982000411722300

Contact

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Phone

(614) 570-0471

adopt@colonycats.org

Website

http://www.colonycats.org

Address

2740 Festival Lane, Columbus, OH 43017

Donation

Donate to This Rescue

Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

2.
Approve Application

3.
Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

4.
Sign Adoption Contract

5.
Pay Fee

6.
Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

At our cage-free adoption center or online you find the cat (or dog!) you're interested in becoming a new member of your family. Fill out an application, either online or in person at adoption center or various adoption events.

Adoption fees include the cat or dog is ALWAYS spayed or neutered, all vaccinations, including rabies and microchipped. All cats are fiv/felv tested.

Adoption application

https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html

Go meet their pets

The Colony Cats Adoption Center is a completely different experience in 'sheltering' homeless companion cats. While most of our felines still live in foster homes, we now can bring them out into the public with our cage free adoption center. Cats can do what comes naturally- jump, run, climb, and play; but only until they find their way into your heart and home.

We have pledged not only to make this a completely different experience for the cats, but also for the public.
While we strive to make the adoption center as beautiful as possible, the cats within our care remain our top priority. Our firm belief as an organization is that every homeless cat deserves a chance because every cat matters. We hope that you'll come by and share with us our vision.

More about this rescue

Colony Cats is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose primary mission is to address cat overpopulation in central Ohio through public awareness and spay/neuter efforts. Since 2002, our organization has facilitated spay or neuter of over 6,324 animals.

Specialized help for feral, stray and abandoned cats is a core element of our programs. We assist compassionate caregivers who are feeding and watching over homeless cats by providing TNR (trap-neuter-return) and other support services including food, shelter, vaccines and additional vet care for injuries/illness, as well as educational resources.
We also have a network of foster homes for friendly, adoptable cats and kittens - as well as dogs and puppies that we encounter while assisting cats - that have been rescued.