Texas Driver Takes Action After Spotting Two Motionless Furry Figures On The Roadside

When Donald and Aggie Cooper began their long drive from Texas to Pennsylvania, they had no idea their journey would lead them to an unforgettable encounter.

Along the roadside, they spotted two still figures lying in the grass. While many might have kept driving, the couple couldn’t bring themselves to ignore it. 

As they got closer, their hearts sank, convinced that the animals – what appeared to be a cat and her kitten – were already gone. But then, to their surprise, the unexpected happened.

Donald and Aggie are rescuers with the Unleash the Paws rescue organization in Texas. So, they can’t imagine passing by injured animals without offering help.

On their way to Pennsylvania to deliver a group of foster dogs, Donald noticed a small flash of yellow fur along the roadside. 

With the heavy traffic and the way the kitten was lying, they feared the little one hadn’t made it. Even so, they knew they had to stop and see for themselves.

Donald pulled the car to the side, and Aggie hurried out to see if there was any hope for the small, motionless kitten.

However, what she discovered next left her both heartbroken and surprised. Aggie shared in an interview:

“I had to get out to check on the kitten because it was too dangerous for him. The cars were passing our van so close and fast, it was shaking the whole van.”

As Aggie moved closer, she noticed the kitten’s mother stretched out beside him, completely still and showing no signs of life.

Heartbroken, she feared the kitten had met the same fate. But just as she was about to give up, she saw the kitten moving. She recalled:

“I touched the kitten to see if he was alive. When I did, I saw his little paw move, and that’s when I picked him up.”

Aggie carefully lifted the fragile kitten and carried him into their van. He was so young that his tiny eyes had only just begun to open. 

They decided to name him Mile Marker 14, Interstate 70 East, Ohio – the exact spot where he was discovered – but affectionately shortened it to Miles. Rescuing him was only the beginning. 

The real challenge was figuring out how to care for such a young kitten during their several-week road trip, all while traveling with six dogs who had never shared space with a cat before.

Fortunately, everything worked out better than expected. The dogs were thrilled to meet their new furry friend, and they all quickly bonded. Aggie explained:

“They quickly learned to accept him and realized he was one of the pack. Now, the kitten thinks he is a dog and has no fear of them. He plays with our foster dogs, who adore him and shower him with affection.”

Miles turned out to be incredibly fortunate, and Aggie shared his story on TikTok to raise awareness about stopping to check on animals in need. She added:

“Now, I realize how important it is to check every animal on the side of the road. If we hadn’t turned around and stopped, I don’t think the kitten would have made it.”

After such a difficult beginning, Miles is now prepared to start a brand-new chapter – finding a forever home. 

Full of energy and affection, he’s a playful kitten who would fit right into a dog-loving family, ready to flourish in the happy life that awaits him.