'This teeny tiny guy was dodging traffic': Driver spots kitten running in traffic, pulls over for a rescue, and takes home cat #5

Sarah Brown • Writer and Editor

Jun 4, 2025 4:00 PM EDT

From the fast lane to the feline lane, meet Dodge, the tiniest traffic-dodging furball with a heart-melting meow and motor oil perfume. This whiskered warrior was spotted in the middle of a busy intersection, curled up in fear with cars whizzing by. His rescuer didn't paws for a second. Hazards on, door open, and scooped him up like a true meowtorist hero. Covered in grime and oozing "stray energy," Dodge was whisked to safety, given food, a warm bath, and now rests royally in a guest bathroom kingdom complete with a heated throne.

Despite having a full cat house already, this rescuer's heart has clearly grown a few paw sizes. But let's not furget the real catastrophe: an unexpected fifth feline just before a two-week vacation. Nothing says "relaxing getaway" like packing a suitcase and a litter box.

With a vet visit, vaccines, and bills looming like a laser pointer out of reach, Dodge has clearly pounced his way into this home and heart. May your trip planning be swift and your wallet somewhat forgiving.

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