Overview
- A TikTok clip by Shaquantae McGee showing a gray tabby boarding the 2 train at 110th Street Station has surpassed eight million views and 1.2 million likes since July 30.
- Commuter Betsaida Mercado scooped the kitten off at the next stop, decided to adopt her on the spot, and is navigating first-time cat parenthood.
- Mercado named her new pet Emmie as a tribute to New York’s MTA and regularly posts video updates on the kitten’s progress.
- A veterinarian has estimated Emmie’s birthdate as June 4 and is overseeing her vaccinations, growth milestones and general health.
- Online followers have sent gifts and advice to support Emmie’s veterinary care and have helped her bond with Mercado’s resident dog.