Meet Buck.

Amherst, MA · 2 years 9 months · Rottweiler / American Bulldog / Mixed (short coat)

Listed since Sep 10, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Sep 24, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Buck! A spirited two-and-a-half-year-old Rottweiler/American Bulldog mix currently in Burlington, KY, whose essence is a loyal, goofy companion wrapped in a handsome brown coat with a white chest patch. At 115 pounds, Buck is a big boy with an even bigger smile and a simple wish: to be included! Whether he is running beside you through a field, joining you for a 1–3 mile run or hike, playing fetch or tug, chewing a favorite bone nearby, or settling in for a long car ride, Buck is happiest when he is sharing life with his person. He has medium energy, enjoys daily activity, and is also wonderfully content to relax once the adventure is over. Buck is neutered, healthy, up to date on vaccinations, house trained, and crate trained. His education has included puppy camps, private training, and a three-week board-and-train program. He knows sit, wait, free, place, leave it, “ouse” for letting go, here, and down. He stays off furniture, although he would certainly enjoy an invitation to become a couch companion in his new loving home! This gentle boy has grown up with children and has been sweet and patient with them, even taking commands from a four-year-old with impressive seriousness. He may bark when unfamiliar men approach the home, then settles once he sees a friendly greeting. Buck needs an experienced pet parent who understands large, powerful breeds and can offer structure, companionship, exercise, and positive reinforcement. A home without cats is necessary because of his strong prey drive. While Buck can be reactive toward unfamiliar dogs and has never lived with another dog, he has boarded successfully and done well during supervised time around familiar family dogs. He may be able to live with a confident, compatible dog following careful, slow introductions, although being the only pet would also suit him well. Because of his size and strength, a home without young children is preferred, although visiting children can be managed thoughtfully. Buck is ready for someone who wants a devoted sidekick with presence, personality, and plenty of affection. He especially loves having someone outside with him, turning ordinary walks, games, and afternoons into shared adventures! Could Buck be the big-hearted adventure buddy you have been hoping to welcome into your family? For adoption information, contact adopt@joyfulpets.com. Content Notice: This pet is represented by Joyful Pets. All photos, descriptions, and behavioral summaries are proprietary and may not be republished, altered, or used by third-party platforms. Any unapproved aggregation or rewriting of this listing is strictly prohibited.

RescueGroups record ID: 22769641

What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “He may be able to live with a confident, compatible dog following careful, slow introductions, although being the only pet would also suit him well.”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Cats

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: No”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Children

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Still to ask the shelter

  housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 3, 2026, 6:21 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 3, 2026, 6:21 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.