Deputy Saves 5-Week-Old Kitten From Highway
A Hillsborough County sheriff’s deputy rescued a 5-week-old black kitten named Dash from the shoulder of a local highway in September 2026. The orphaned kitten was found near passing traffic and was at risk of being struck. The deputy and other officers used a reflective jacket to guide Dash into a safe spot and wrapped him in a large blanket to calm him. After the immediate danger passed, Dash was taken to the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center for a health check.
The deputy who chased Dash to safety later adopted him into her family. Dash is now settling in well, eating a healthy appetite, and growing quickly. He even enjoys watching videos of himself online that share his rescue story.
Key takeaways
- Dash, a 5-week-old black kitten, was rescued from a highway shoulder in September 2026.
- Deputies used a reflective jacket and a blanket to safely pick up and calm him.
- Dash was examined at the Pet Resource Center before being adopted by the deputy who rescued him.
- He is thriving, eating well, and enjoys watching videos of his rescue story.
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Originally reported by iHeartCats. Read the full article.
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