Rescue Cat Goes To Work At A Museum With His Dad Every Day | The Dodo

This guy's been bringing his cat to work every day for more than a decade ❤️
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[@26major59]

That little waddle has me melting 😍

[@pattyanne9982]

Ikr! Sir Duke so cute!

[@tbaker615bj]

Me too! I love the waddle.

[@ctgctg1]

But it’s going to cause him pain as he ages. He needs to drop a little weight for his health. He is very cute though.😊

[@agua9999]

@@ctgctg1 agreed. He’ll be happier in his old age if he drops a pound or two. ❤

[@sweetbuttergeminine4756]

Came just to say this 😭😂 whhhyy is it so adorbs 🥰🥰

[@annetteevanssmith]

As a former museum director I can appreciate what you have done by integrating a cat into the museum. Museums require a lot of controls, too many in fact, that make them unreachable/untouchable and by bringing in Dude, you have made your space so much more self-curated. People can curate their own experience by meeting Dude, how much more you ask? Through his presence you can teach people on nature and science much more compassionately by bringing part of the natural world directly to them. Congrats to you and your museum and may Dude live a long life and bring joy to many.

[@Commandelicious]

Knowledge and memories also link to emotions and having met an awesome cat at a place where you learnt a bunch of stuff makes it much more easy to remember.

[@catmom23]

Well said :)

[@SomeGuy_GRM]

Not to mention some kids will want to go there as often as possible just to see Dude. And they wont be able to avoid learning something in that time.

[@jongraves3097]

My severe cat allergies make this museum unreachable/untouchable for me 😮.

[@chrisberry9017]

My husband set up a Museum nearly forty years ago, and one of our regular visitors was a local puss called Gray Boy. He took on the responsibility of showing visitors around - he was a real star, and a great friend.

[@Alannameyers]

I literally want to go to Delaware and this museum just to see this cat!! Who wants to come?

[@BrittanyMichelle4]

Lol mee!! I can use the change of environment!

[@rocksolidalibis]

Me too!

[@catherineoneal1030]

Dude is definitely a treasure. The sign "Dude's Territory" is priceless.

[@mibeatleman6767]

I'd go to the museum just to see him. ❤

[@keldaMouse]

If all these public spaces that can be sort of boring at times adds a resident pet Imagine the crowds.

[@pawwalker3492]

@@keldaMouse - agreed!!!

[@wika1117]

@@keldaMouse I think people with allergies would appreciate that too 😁

[@Stacymc2012]

Honestly, I’d probably become a member at that museum just to visit him 😂

[@DelawareMuseumofNatureScience]

@@wika1117 Dude is usually downstairs in the workshop, he comes up for special occasions.

[@carriebradley7634]

The dude is a happy, well-fed kitty with a magnificent primordial pouch!! Go dude!

[@dinicti]

Emphasis on well-fed!

[@gobinlimbu8338]

*over fed i guess

[@sarahhouston6560]

Primordial pouch my cat has the same,, some cats have a natural pouch.

[@swfcocs1]

@@sarahhouston6560 so does my cat but I think dude has more than just a pouch lol

[@SevCaswell]

@@swfcocs1 He's so overweight he has trouble walking, and I bet his joints hurt him pretty bad :(

[@slayer7682]

every place of business, school, should have a cat

[@bassdmin7436]

I love how he waddles. He is a precious kitty. I am happy he is so loved.

[@username4441]

he waddles cause of pain. you love seeing old men waddle around nursing homes?

[@paulamusik2509]

You can tell by the look in his eyes that this cat owner definitely loves his cat and that dude truly is living his best life! I hope both of them still have a long time together with much joy!

[@TrudyPatootie]

*What a beautiful uplifting story. Thanks DAD for taking Dude in...and to staff for loving* *this beautiful cat. He looks absolutely spoiled and loved.*

[@peeuio357]

Bro what happened to your emoji

[@ItsAllLove4Real]

Cuuute emojis

[@TrudyPatootie]

@@peeuio357 *What you mean Jelly Bean?*

[@mrko3960]

@Vero E you must be fun at parties

[@Djdoe939jd83j]

Cringe af

[@voyaristika5673]

I'm in love. It's so interesting how he "just showed up" right where he was supposed to be. Animals seem to do this. Good kitty, good people. ❤

[@michelleguinyard6038]

I love how he’s so welcomed and his persona is integrated into the museum. The image of all the kids petting him was such a powerful, “in the moment” way to encourage love and humanity in a place of history and discovery. Great way to demonstrate that what we do today, and how we treat one another, determines our legacy. Praise to the museum and staff for valuing the life of this furry little angel. God bless you.

[@LittleFatFeet68]

His little waddle is EVERYTHING!❤️

[@juliebraden6911]

If by everything you mean an indicator that he will have health issues if he doesn't already due to his weight then yeah.

[@imaginationturtle5447]

@@juliebraden6911 agreed, hopefully we become more accustomed to signs of being overweight and see it as a problem instead of a cute quirk. It is adorable tho

[@fairygodmomma2313]

@@juliebraden6911 but what can they do? Check every visitors bags/pockets for snack paraphernalia, maybe a sign posted? Do not feed the dude!?!? He sure is cute, regardless.

[@donnabaardsen5372]

Mine had none at all, until cancer took her at 17, bone cancer. She ate normal meals, no snacks. Once they're fixed, cats get chubby. So do female women.

[@Imnothere2861]

@@juliebraden6911 it’s really not that serious, it’s a fcking cat why are internet people like you so worried about everyone else other than yourself and your own life? Shut up and leave people/things alone. Nobody asked you for anything nor to give a useless lecture no one asked for learn how to mind your business.

[@slinkywhippet]

Dude's a beautiful little orange chonker and I love him 🧡 His little primordial pouch swinging as he waddles along is precious 🧡 Hope he's a healthy boi under the chonk 🧡

[@ROYAL_REBEL]

hahaha. Exactly. He needs to exercise more

[@surfwriter8461]

Is that pouch something normal in certain cats, or is he carrying something that might suggest a health problem? I can't recall seeing a cat with that type of ponch swinging underneath. It almost looks like a pregnant female.

[@ROYAL_REBEL]

@@surfwriter8461 It's normal for both female and male cats. The female cats will develop it earlier or once they've given birth. The male cats will develop it later. This is what you call a primordial pouch. This gives them more prolonged survival if they're stranded or abandoned without food. BUT this ginger chonk needs to lose some weight, regardless lol

[@surfwriter8461]

@@ROYAL_REBEL OK, thanks for that info. I agree, Dude still seems to be overweight. I hope the people there can help him with that. I'm afraid too many people--staff and public visitors to the museum--are feeding him with no regard to what's healthy for him.

[@ROYAL_REBEL]

@@surfwriter8461 Yes exactly, although the ginger chonk looks adorable hehe

[@asandi4444]

Oh how I love this! I have spent my entire career in Human Resources management. I can honestly say that most workplaces would see massive benefits with their employees if they had a cat or dog in the workplace. Animals bring out the best in us in a way nothing else can.

[@tothelighthouse9843]

Every museum needs a Dude or Dudette! Just doing that kitty work of making everyone feel like they're welcome & they belong.💖💖💖

[@ale7564]

I bet working with Dude makes everyone’s day so much better. There’s a lesson here.

[@lumpyleocat]

as someone who works there, i can promise you that it does!! dude's dad has an open door policy, so we can visit anytime during the day!!!

[@youdontknowme5969]

"I have museum now. This is *_my_* museum. Nobody can take me away from *_my_* museum. This is *_my_* museum now." 😻

[@cjp592]

I love museums. I love Dude is a rep of the museum and does his work uplifting the staff and visitors and now viewers. I love that there’s a sign in the parking lot telling folks to slow down. 🥰

[@dragon6irl]

It would be really cute to see a GPS map of where all he goes throughout the day. Does he check every room? Go outside much? Have a favorite secret nap spot?

[@DelawareMuseumofNatureScience]

Dude usually hangs out downstairs in the facilities workshop. He used to patrol more but at age 15 he's semi-retired but still comes to work during the week. He likes to greet us at the staff door especially when it's warm outside.

[@LindsayLohan1]

I love seeing cats with jobs

[@jekku4688]

That little waddle of his! So adorable. So loved!

[@appolop8273]

God bless you all for helping and giving this cat a comfortable life to live. Only goodhearted people know how to care for these precious little souls. Bravo!

[@annmarietromblee3413]

Loved the video and Dad and the wee mascot with his waddle. Soooo cute!

[@markboran6017]

This is a marvelous story. Dude is a fortunate kitty. Love the way the Museum went all in with Dude being a member of the team. I'd say Dude is definitively the Museum mascot. Surprised this hasn't gone viral as it isn't every day that a Museum has speed signs in parking lot for a cat let alone books about the kitty. Bravo to Chris & the rest of the Museum folks for caring for Dude.

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

❤Yes! ⬆️This comment!⬆️ 🐈 ❤️👏🥰

[@khaotikchiraq1148]

Dude is quite the sophisticated feline 😎 picked the museum for a home. Thank you for sharing Dude w/us, awesome story.

[@gregoryandonian6643]

That "Dude" is pawsome. That waddle is his, is too much😸😸. That's one 👍👍👍👍🐈🐈

[@chiphammon3264]

All cat should be pampered and loved i have 2

[@Hemophobia-]

What a refined gentleman

[@brandyledbetter]

i love his gunslinger walk 🥰😂

[@clabersuarez5253]

Está gordito😹 el amor lo infló

[@lj401]

Dude is totally adorable and clearly so dearly loved by his sweet dad and co-workers! Love that! ❤️

[@pennylambley2536]

Ginger cats are so affectionate. Simply love him. Hope he stays well.

[@K3L1evt]

The waddle walk is so adorbs! So cute, a museum ginger kitty! ❤️🥰

[@venus22118]

Yep, the waddle walk! 😄👍

[@juliebraden6911]

You know what isn't "adorbs" (ugh)? The fact that his weight will cause him health issues and shorten his lifespan. But who cares as long as he's ADORBS, right?

[@thelittledetailscr7231]

@@juliebraden6911 Even fat cats don't usually have that waddle. Seems like an orthopedic issue.

[@donnabaardsen5372]

Oh my goodness, MK, I agree. Pay no attention to the police comments. Dude appears to be getting a lot of exercise. My late cat, Sox, ate normal meals, and was chubby until she died of cancer at 17. After cats are fixed, males and females, they get chubby.

[@Mrlonefighter]

@@juliebraden6911 Poor guy was barely able to walk. Not sure if it was because hes fat or if he had some sort of condition. Almost looked like a deformation at the belly just in front of the hind legs. It almost touched the ground when he was waddling around. Got me worried

[@Southrobinart]

You guys and your kind hearts are the ones that made Dude have a good life. I’d say he’s the lucky one.

[@MD21037]

He has the cutest little waddle-waddle🥰. What a sweet little kitty. I have 4-rescued cats, myself. I've always done right by the animals. Every homeless kitty I've come across in my life, has become mine.

[@benji89917]

I declare you the best human being in the world

[@MD21037]

@@benji89917 that's very nice of you to say, but I am not perfect. I just have a soft heart for innocent animals who, are dependent on people for their care and well-being.

[@Graciegtx]

I wish more men were so lucky to be adopted by a warm loving fur kitty like Dude. This world would be a much happier place.

[@user-uo4hl4dc4b]

Love his little bum when he walks. I hope Dude enjoys his life at the museum for a very long time. Sweet kitty for sure. 🥰

[@johnnybird5466]

Oh lawd he comin! 🐈🐈🐈

[@humairakhalidah]

@@johnnybird5466 he even looks like that emoji

[@Newport8187]

Thanks for saving him and giving him a forever home. He’s got it made in the shade now lol. That’s cool he’s a little celebrity cat.

[@saenekokun2723]

Dude's having better life than me 💀💀

[@user-sb8xc6be2t]

Я тебя крепко обнимаю и целую три раза в щёки по русски.Должно тебе полегчать!🤗😘😘😘

[@lorenzopinto7948]

@@user-sb8xc6be2t ... wasn't the third kiss on the lips, Tatiana? 😉

[@ashliejensen2337]

I may or may not have cried happy tears watching Dude's story. 💕 I don't know who is more lucky - Dude, or the Museum. Thank you for adopting this precious cat & letting him be the star that he was always destined to be!

[@Voltaic_Fire]

Work pets are awesome, they massively raise employee morale and reduce sick days because people want to come into work. I wish more places had them.

[@andrewbourdeau3563]

I always thought I wasn't a "cat person" and now that I've had a cat for 4 years I can't ever imagine why I thought that.

[@littleboots9800]

Same. All it takes is one to win you over and that's it. Cat lover for life now.

[@plumeria66]

Cats get bad publicity from dog lovers.

[@SomeGuy_GRM]

In my experience, anyone who speaks poorly of cats has never put an honest attempt into befriending one.

[@tbromwell]

"A man’s treatment of a dog is no indication of the man’s nature, but his treatment of a cat is. It is the crucial test. None but the humane treat a cat well."~ Mark Twain, "Winter-end Excursion to the Sutherd" (1902)

[@littleboots9800]

@@tbromwell yesss! I love this quote! How you treat an animal that you know will not give you love in return on anyone's terms but its own is truly a test of character. Dogs adore us and their affection is not hard to win and once won is always expressed. A cat however is a creature that is a law unto itself.

[@railroad5024]

The moment the camera let us know he plopped on his side to lay down 😂

[@jennykalahar]

I had a bookshop in Ohio wherein shelter cats were fostered and then adopted by customers. More than 50 were adopted from my shop over the years. I then wrote a series of novels about the experience (Shelve Under C is the first) to encourage other shops to look into fostering dogs, cats, rabbits, etc. The business that took over my location continued to foster, thankfully.

[@barbaraprice2550]

There are a lot of areas in the museum to oversee. He keeps busy and is a happy cat who makes the museum employees and goers happy too.

[@bethanysmith5856]

He reminds me of Bella the Alamo cat. The Alamo adopts a cat to live there until they pass and then adopt another. Bella's the 3rd so far. She's about 7 so in about 10 years the Alamo will be adopting her successor. The cats(one at a time, there's only Bella right now) are mascots that get to roam around the grounds, Bella's been cooped up in the office due to construction in the past year. And there are people that come visit just to see Bella. And the giftshop sells calico plush cats since Bella is a calico.

[@anapiresdecarvalho5241]

What a wonderful way to bring people to the museum! It should be mandatory every museum, library, kindergarten, school, retirement homes have theirs "MasCats"! 👏🙏💯🤗🌞🎊💐🏫😇☺️💖💐

[@gmamose9152]

I don't know Dude personally, but I can tell he's the kind of cat I love to love! Dude's just doing his job, and that's enough for me! I love the childrens' art and Dude's story! ❤️

[@brooklynbarbie6855]

He’s a butt shaker for sure! His walk is just too cute!

[@raelewis9957]

When he laid down, it was so funny to see their reaction!

[@user-fm7vg4dv1k]

The kitty said he's a work of art, so what better place is there for him to be😸❤

[@sadhnasc4416]

People come to the museum to meet Dude. He is the main public attraction there. He is cute and I love to see him enjoying his life at the museum 💘😻💜

[@terriwarner8682]

How wonderful making Dude a part of making people happy! Our World so needs this unconditional love from Cats and all Animals and tis is a perfect example!

[@pajewa]

That's sweet.

[@blackraven763]

Omg look at his little hind legs the way he shimmies when he walks. 🤣🤣🤣🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍😘😘😘😘 he's so fluffy and chunky. So stinking CUTE.

[@chirelle.alanalooney8609]

Oh Yes, He is The Waddler, and it looks so cute and adorable watching him Waddle from the rear.😁❤️🥰❤️😍😍🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️🥰😍❤️❤️❤️

[@humanbean779]

His belly!!! So cute, my goodness!

[@gailblue6803]

Yes! We call that “swing belly!” Cute!

[@juliebraden6911]

Yeah it's so adorable to overfeed a cat until they have health issues and a shortened lifespan. I hope you people don't have pets.

[@gailblue6803]

@@juliebraden6911 You apparently don’t have cats. I was talking about the loose skin that hangs and swings (on many cats) - not his weight issue.

[@rukahazuki6650]

Dude, your existence is a blessing to this world.

[@equalityforall8418]

Dude is the most perfect name for this cat...he even walks like a cowboy. Every museum on earth should have a cat!!

[@cq9882]

What a beautiful and kind man you are. I just know that Dude loves you back. Yes, the Museum is his to watch over all comings and goings. The team at the museum must love him as well. I do love the way he walks. 🐈🇦🇺🐾💗

[@kimclark4305]

Ah such a lucky lucky famous kitty love the attention that he gets and the great life that he has❤️😸😻

[@amys2650]

Omg luckiest cat ever. I’m a huge history nerd and would love to go to work there

[@rachaeleigh]

I love how he was giving his tour then was like and I'm over it for the day 🤣🤣

[@katielainedesigns]

Love this so much! I have 2 rescue kitties! They bring so much joy into our families life-our youngest son Case is High Functioning Autistic and both cats immediately took to him so we call them “Case’s Kitties”. They are his best friends! We can’t imagine life without them now ❤

[@annettemalaski1967]

Wow! His old man waddle is cute! I am so glad the museum took him in!

[@ambermaccraig7316]

"We got lucky when he showed up here..." that statement told me all I needed to know about the types of ppl that were in Dude's life and looking after him. I automatically knew that he was loved and appreciated. I am so happy that he found a home and a father it would seem. Both father and son look happy and content w life together and that is everything. My heart almost exploded w happiness when I saw that "Go slow this is Dude's territory" sign in the parking lot, that was awesome. Dude, has a better living arrangement than most humans and THAT is a good thing to see. He is provided w every comfort and consideration thanks to his new dad and the folks at the museum. Dude seems WELL taken care of, lol, and doesn't appear to be missing any meals by the look of him 🤣🤣, he is a beautiful tabby. Ty for sharing and thank you to everyone involved in his care and rescue. Such a beautiful story and proves what we as humans are capable of w just a little bit of compassion and understanding. Dude for Prez!!!!! 🤣🤣

[@frankmicheal4912]

Hi beautiful how are you doing

[@ambermaccraig7316]

@Officer Dibble , ty for the advice, I must say you are the first one I've ever had on KZbin to care enough to say anything about someone possibly trying to scam me. I will def take your advice and, again, thank you for your concern. We need more ppl like you looking out for us online.

[@ambermaccraig7316]

@Officer Dibble , I certainly will. Ty

[@Risky_Biscuit]

Tickle da belly!!! What a cute little chonker, the waddle made me all warm and fuzzy inside 🥰

[@trinity2145]

Dude has an amazing. Work ethic, and is so good with his employees. He’s a keeper. I wish my boss was as friendly as dude. 😂😂😂

[@senses70]

What heartwarming story and a beautiful bond you guys! ❤️

[@ashleyjackson8538]

He looked super happy running through the woods

[@shihalya]

Everyone commenting about the „adorable waddle“, all I can think is that he probably has hip issues and might be in pain… I mean even when he is running, the back legs hop, that can’t be good 😮

[@DelawareMuseumofNatureScience]

Dude has arthritis. He is under the care of a vet and on medication. It's helped a lot.

[@shihalya]

@@DelawareMuseumofNatureScience awesome! He deserves all the comfort and cuddles

[@Rainstarnc]

Oh that’s so nice to hear! I could guess right away that he had arthritis, my baby had it too before she passed. Little old man kitty getting the care he needs!

[@Sileaine]

​@@DelawareMuseumofNatureScience I'm sure being loved and taking off by ye really helps. He is a lucky boy

[@blinkybli8326]

His chonky swagger is hypnotizing!

[@ashleyallbee4290]

I love this! Makes me want to travel to Delaware just to see dude

[@RaiderLeo69]

Well, he’s definitely well fed and taken care of! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Myako]

I kinda teared up a little. What an adorable cat, and what a loving owner you are. I am very happy for all of you. 💓💓💓🤗🤗🤗

[@keithwigley1256]

Hey Dudes ..this is a real dude making our our lives more special..

[@weronikabancer4388]

Ok, hands down best name for a cat that I've heard.

[@kamilebrahimoff3589]

This cat is wonderful, and a great museum employee. 🤣

[@greeksalad4783]

Adorable chunky boy. 🥰

[@bluejay8047]

He's a treasure. Thank you for this.

[@markymarknj]

This is so AWESOME! I live like 2.5-3 hours away from the museum; I might have to pay it a visit... :)

[@susanwest6601]

Dude is definitely living his best life🐾

[@plaidpanda]

Love this chonky Dude! 🐾 ❤ 🐾

[@gregj.gotham4402]

This is a great museum to adopt an animal like that. This is wonderful. I thank all of you people for being well to this animal, given him a life of substance.

[@goudagirl6095]

Dude looks well loved and a bit too well fed!

[@lilwil-ns3uo]

The waffle, the books, inside a diorama! What a cool Dude!!!

[@charleneandrle-olson3099]

Dude is the best mascot, with a wiggle! I hope the staff take care of him for his entire life. Good job, Dad!

[@judithzaker385]

Dude’s waddle is so much cuter than mine!😊😊😊

[@christineodonnell2711]

I luv his walk....a real waddle! What a great cat!

[@pepijn23]

A firehouse cat, store cat, car shop cat, police station cat, and now a museum cat. They really are hard workers.

[@oscarmax3242]

I've seen other working cats, but Dude is the first museum cat I've ever heard of! What a lovely boy and "employee" for the museum and community! Love his little waddle walk too!

[@laneatkinson6441]

I love Dude!!! What a hardworking fellow! 👏💖

[@JasonOlsen]

Dude is fantastic, and I hope that he has many more years of bringing smiles and joy to museum guests and employees alike.

[@user-pz3zf9tv5n]

This cat walks and looks just like my old Moochie cat. Almost made me cry to see yours since mine passed on. Thanks for giving this beautiful cat a purpose and home!!!!! ❤

[@John_P._Buryiak]

That is one very chonky boy! How is he so big with all of the exploring and walking with the guy who rescued him?

[@rachelb.2014]

I bet he is given treats by many of the employees & visitors 😺

[@marymonroe7042]

Love Dude, so sweet! There is a small town library in East Tennessee that has a library cat named "Story"! When I go there, he makes himself at home on my papers or my bag! It is so cute! ♥️🐈‍⬛🐈🐈🐈‍⬛

[@relax2dream164]

What a sweet story! Dude is a beautiful boy. ❤️🇨🇦

[@WrenMcNally]

Its so cool for a museum of nature to have an animal that just decided to be there. I was going to suggest they put a carema on him so people could see the museum through his eyes but it looks like they did. They could also give him a GPS for a day and do a where Dude went cat tour. lol.

[@juliadesl]

What a fascinating place for a cat to roam. He has the best of everything!!

[@frankmicheal4912]

Hi beautiful how are you doing

[@eplondon3]

Nice Chris! I recognized you right away. Glad to see your love of cats. DUDE is the man.

[@evilzabethwyse]

Least he have a job. Me on the other hand is searching for one. Ouh bless the team mates working with him.