Just when I was thinking how wonderfully cared for the cats of Istanbul are, I came across a little black kitten with a serious eye infection and not eating well. When I sat down she curled up in my lap & my heart melted. The sweetest little creature...
Do you know of any rescues or shelters that would be amenable to taking in a new cat, with donation? The area is by Gulhane Park, where food is left down, but this little one seems to be a loner and might not eat with colony. I did mention it to one official looking person, not sure if he'll follow up. And then there was a magical Istanbul hero, who had bags of meat and eye drops. Cat got some eye drops but I think will need systemic treatment.
Thank you for any ideas. I do suppose there is some industry around this ('travel hotels' for pets) but that sounds expensive and not sure this little princess of Sultanahmet will be happy in a cage