'He walked to us and allowed us to give him all the pets': Dumped kitten in a state park walks up for pets, gets rescued by two biologists, and earns the adorable name Mr. Frizzle

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Sarah Brown • Writer and Editor
Sep 7, 2025 6:00 PM EDT

The Cat Distribution System clocked in right on schedule. Two hoomans and their herding dogs finished a dusk walk, returned to a parking lot full of school buses, and discovered a black kitten posted beside their car like he had the keys. They sat, waited, and the feline filed his adoption paperwork in biscuits and purrs. Middle of nowhere plus rumors of dumped kittens turned chance into rescue, and the passenger seat into destiny.

On the way home they did the classic CDS double-run: dogs dropped off, supplies scooped up, tiny hitchhiker installed on a warm lap. He purred like a little motor, kneaded like a pastry chef, and sampled watermelon mouse and strawberry mouse toys with great professionalism. He looks around five to six months, feather-light, already eating well and using the box like a pro. A clinic date is booked for the full glow-up shortly.

For two biologists, naming him Mr. Frizzle after a school-bus meet-cute feels just right. The dogs will learn the new classroom rules, the cat will teach extra-credit cuddles, and the Cat Distribution System will stamp this rescue "delivered."

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    Yesterday evening my fiance, two dogs and I decided to take a walk at a local state recreation area (small lake + walking trails). When we arrived, it was nearing dark and the only other evidence of life in the gravel parking lot were about 10 parked yellow school buses and several people wearing fluorescent safety vests. We assumed it was perhaps a school bus driver training? Not quite sure.
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    As we were heading back to the car after the walk, we noticed a black cat in the parking lot sitting perfectly still watching us from across the lake. When we neared the car, he was standing next to it.
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    Very skinny and a little suspicious of us, eventually we sat down and waited, then he walked to us and allowed us to give him all the pets and pick him up. This recreation area is in the middle of nowhere and there was a rumor a few months back that kittens were dumped there but we never saw any.
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    Neither of us has been chosen by cats as adults and it will be an adjustment with my herding dogs but so far so good! On the drive home to drop off the dogs then to the store to get supplies for him, he was a happy lap cat making biscuits and purring the loudest little kitten motor I have ever heard.
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    I would guess he is maybe 5-6 months old? Weighs maybe 2- 4lbs (definitely lighter than a 5lb bag of flour which is my only reference point).
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    We were able to make an appointment at a clinic in a little less than 2 weeks for his vaccines, deworming, microchip, disease testing, and neuter procedure. He is eating well and using a litter box. His favorite toys are a watermelon mouse and strawberry mouse we picked up late last night along with all other supplies.
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    Any advice in the interim before his appointment? From following this sub I am aware Dawn soap baths are recommended - I don't see evidence of fleas (actual fleas or flea poop) but have felt a few ticks I am going to try to get off.
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    He is very skinny so we will try to get his weight up and little body nourished properly. His hair along part of his spine is nearly down to the skin - whereas other parts it is medium long and looks okay. He has been doing a lot of eating and sleeping. His eyes look good and ears look good.
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    If he had been a she, it would have been Ms. Frizzle (Magic School Bus) - we are both biologists. Hence, Mr. Frizzle!
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    Aldwyn59 So much floofiness!! Congratulations on being selected by the Void Division of the CDS. It's a rare honor, indeed. Clearly, you are a family of exceptional quality and distinction!
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  • Clearly the Void Division stamped your file apporved. You were chosen, hoomans. Purrfect match for this little shadow knight, may biscuits be plentiful and lap slots permanently reserved. Welcome to Team Frizzle.

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    WriteBrained JR He's a sweet little fluffy boy!
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    suddenlymary I love that this kitten looks like a baby and an old man at the same time. what a great find. so happy for you all!
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    TheUltimateMystery If the CDS (or adoption) in the future grants you a pet cat for your pet cat, you should consider naming it Liz. It sounds as though Mr. Frizzle is in good hands. And a preemptive congratulations to his dad for completing grad school!
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  • Future names already picked! Liz is a purrfect match for Mr. Frizzle. Classroom theme unlocked where recess and snacks are mandatory and naps count as extra credit. 

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    PartsUnknown242 What do the dogs have to say?
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    makeshiftforklift MR FRIZZLE!!! oh he's so handsome. Congratulations and thank you for saving him! please tell him I love him!
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    DeepDayze Awesome cat and nice it picked you! Perhaps soon we may see more nice pictures of this wonderful cat posted :-) I am sure Mr. Frizzle will have the dogs wrapped around his paw soon too with mischief and mayhem to come!
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  • Careful, cats and doggos are a dangerously adorable combo for mischief! Expect zoomies, synchronized snack heists, and shared couch takeovers. Enjoy the soon-to-be besties and their chaos cuddles. 

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    Teddy_Doodle Congratulations on being chosen! What a beautiful kitten! You are good people! Wishing you guys years of happiness with your new baby!
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