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Man Turns Shop Into A Refuge To Save Cats From Extreme Weather

The country of Turkey is full of kind and compassionate people! They are having a harsh winter with very cold temperatures and heavy snow. Did you see the story about how three people put food and blankets out for some stray dogs? Well, the man in this story is helping the homeless cats near his shop in Istanbul, Turkey!

man turns shop to refuge

Image Credit: Selçuk Bayal

His name is Selcuk Bayal, and he owns a stationery store. With the help of other locals, Bayal has been caring for some stray cats. When the temperatures dropped, he stepped up and opened his store as a refuge.

man turns shop to refuge

Image Credit: Selçuk Bayal

He graciously feeds the cats and cleans up any messes. A lot of people are praising him for his generosity. Other people have no compassion at all and have voiced their concerns.

man turns shop to refuge

GIF Credit: Selçuk Bayal

Bayal put up a sign telling people that if they are not comfortable with cats they shouldn’t shop in his store. The cats only come in the store when the temperatures are cold.

man turns shop to refuge

Image Credit: Selçuk Bayal