Dash is a big, handsome silver tabby with a story he didn’t choose—but one that’s headed toward a much happier ending. At an estimated 2 years old, this handsome short-haired gray boy has already used up more than his share of bad luck. He was found lying by the side of a road in Silver Springs—battered, bloody, and almost certainly the victim of a passing car. It was, without question, not his best day. But then something extraordinary happened.
The person who spotted him wasn’t just any passerby—she was a DoorDash driver in the middle of a delivery. And she stopped. She gathered him up, cleaned him as best she could, and named him Dash. With a full house of animals already depending on her, she did the next best thing: she made him her co-pilot. Dash rode along in a large kennel in her truck as she continued her deliveries, all while she made calls, sent messages, and refused to give up on finding him help.
She reached out to Lyon County Animal Control, unfortunately they have no cat services. For many, that might have been the end of the road. For Dash’s rescuer, it was just a detour.
Eventually, Dash and his rescuer found their way to Catmandu where Dash received a thorough exam from the wonderful Dr. Sean Peck at All Creatures Veterinary Services. The diagnosis: a broken tooth, facial swelling, and road rash—serious, but remarkably minor considering what he’d been through. He wasn’t microchipped or neutered, so Catmandu took care of that, along with vaccinations, and placed him in a loving foster home where he could begin to heal—body and soul.
After several weeks of rest and recovery, Dash is back at Catmandu and hoping to find a loving, forever, indoor home with a family that will love him for the rest of his life. We hope he won’t have to wait long.
Although he is still a bit hesitant with people he doesn’t know, a gentle touch and a few minutes spent making friends will win him over. He is fine with other cats, but not a fan of dogs. He still startles easily, so he probably wouldn’t do well in a home with small children. A quiet home would be ideal. Besides handsome, Dash is a very mellow and sweet boy who enjoys lots of pets and scratches.
If you have room in your heart and home for this sweet survivor, Dash would love to meet you. Please visit him this weekend at Catmandu. We are open Friday – Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1829 Brown Street.
Catmandu is a non-profit organization that receives no government funding or assistance from national organizations. We rely on donations and the generosity of the community to continue our lifesaving efforts. If you are interested in donating or volunteering, please visit our website at CatmanduCC.org. Meow means thank you.
