Crying From the Riverbank a Tiny Cat Chose the Humans Who Would Save Her

Gray cat sitting alert in a cushioned pet bed on a washing machine, surrounded by wooden cabinets and laundry room fixtures.

Natalie ONeil

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This is River, also known as River Rat. She is eight years old now.

Gray cat curled in a pet bed on top of a washing machine next to a small wooden decorative house and a blue pet bowl.

Natalie ONeil

My boyfriend and a friend were fishing by the river when they heard a noise. At first, they thought it might be a fawn. But the sound grew louder and closer, so they went to investigate.

Solid gray cat curled up with eyes closed in a patterned pet bed placed on top of a washing machine in a laundry room.

Natalie ONeil

When they reached the riverbank, they saw her — a tiny kitten, only four to five weeks old, climbing up the bank. She was frantic but immediately ran straight to them.

Gray cat sitting alert in a cushioned pet bed on a washing machine, surrounded by wooden cabinets and laundry room fixtures.

Natalie ONeil

My boyfriend called me, and I went there right away. The rest is history. 🤗

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