Tucker and Buddy once had a place to call home.
They were young, lively, and surrounded by a family they loved. But when that family had to relocate, their two cats could not make the journey.
In the shuffle of moving boxes and goodbyes, the brothers were left behind.
Brothers in Search of a New Beginning
Now, just over a year old, Tucker and Buddy find themselves sharing a new reality inside the SPCA of Wake County.
They are healthy, spirited, and very much bonded — two cats who rely on one another for comfort in the midst of change.
Every day they wait side by side, hoping the right person will notice them and see not just two shelter cats, but a pair of brothers ready to bring laughter and companionship into a home again.
The staff quickly learned that while both cats are outgoing, Tucker is the true character of the duo. From the moment he arrived, his favorite trick became clear.
He doesn’t just greet people with a paw or a meow — he leaps straight onto their shoulders, claiming his perch like a king surveying his kingdom.
Tucker the Shoulder Cat
Visitors often find themselves surprised before they even know what happened.
One moment they’re saying hello, and the next, Tucker is already perched across their shoulders, purring like he’s known them forever.
It’s not a habit he reserves for one or two trusted humans — it’s a passion he seems to have for everyone.
Shelter staff laugh that Tucker is part “acrobat” and part “shadow,” always ready to spring from the floor, a counter, or even a shelf just to reach his favorite spot.
He doesn’t ask permission. He doesn’t hesitate. If there’s a shoulder nearby, it’s his mission to be on it.
Why shoulders? No one truly knows, but it seems to give Tucker the perfect mix of closeness and height.
From that vantage point, he gets to be near people while also observing the world from above. It’s not just a quirk — it’s his joy.
And for anyone who welcomes Tucker into their life, accepting his need to perch is non-negotiable. If you’re not prepared for a shoulder companion, Tucker isn’t your cat.
While Tucker steals attention with his bold antics, his brother Buddy has his own role to play. Buddy may not leap onto shoulders, but he is equally full of life.
He’s curious, playful, and always up for a round of chasing toys or investigating hidden corners.
Together, the brothers make sure there is never a dull moment in their presence.
Double the Mischief, Double the Love
Life with Tucker and Buddy won’t be quiet or predictable. They aren’t cats who spend their days snoozing in a sunny window without a care. Instead, they thrive on energy, play, and connection.
Their favorite activities include batting at toys, climbing into unexpected hiding places, and “watching television” made for cats.
They also get along well with other animals, making them a lively addition to a home that already has pets.
What they need most is a family that embraces the beautiful chaos they bring — a household ready for two cats who turn ordinary days into stories worth telling.
The shelter staff describe them as entertainers, brothers who fill every room with movement and sound.
They aren’t peaceful lap cats, but they are guaranteed to make you laugh daily. For anyone open to a double dose of adventure, Tucker and Buddy promise a home filled with spirit, humor, and companionship.
Most importantly, they need to be adopted together.
Their bond is unshakable, and separating them would mean losing the comfort they draw from each other.
In an uncertain world, they are constants for one another — brothers who share not just genetics, but heart.
Somewhere out there, a family is waiting for exactly the kind of joy these two cats bring.
A family who doesn’t mind a shoulder cat, who doesn’t mind toys strewn across the floor, and who won’t mind laughter echoing through the house when Tucker suddenly leaps into action.
For that family, Tucker and Buddy will be more than pets — they’ll be companions, comedians, and daily reminders that love comes in many forms, even on four paws.
Until then, the brothers continue to wait together at SPCA of Wake County, two lively spirits hoping for someone to see them for who they are: not just shelter cats, but family waiting to happen.