Precious Paw Patrons

The Rescuer: "Hello, I am Çiğdem, and I have dedicated myself to feeding innocent stray animals and being their voice. My top priorities are their nutrition and health care. Let me share my journey from the beginning: about two years ago, I opened this Instagram account after a stray cat named Viskas, whom I was searching for, was diagnosed with FIP disease. I took him in and did everything possible to help him recover over the course of three months. To this day, he is still with me, and I have also adopted another sick kitten named Sakız from the streets. As I witnessed the increasingly cruel living conditions of strays like Viskas, I felt compelled to keep this page active. Thanks to this platform and the support of all of you, we have fed hundreds of cats and dogs and treated and adopted dozens of strays. Currently, I am caring for over 60 cats in my area. My work is not limited to feeding; I also take cats with health problems to the veterinarian and provide medication for milder cases. With the ongoing economic crisis in Turkey, daily life has become more challenging, and unfortunately, I cannot cover all these expenses on my own. This is why these innocent souls need your help so much. Please believe me, every contribution counts. Feel free to contact me via direct message for any questions, information, or requests. For each donation, I will send you a payment receipt and add it to the highlights of my page. I would be incredibly grateful for your support on this meaningful journey. " Project Website

Hello, I’m Selda. I rescue and provide medical care for stray cats in Istanbul, Turkey. Every day I come across animals struggling with hunger, illness, and injuries… and I can’t ignore them. Veterinary costs, surgeries, and medications are now too much for me to handle alone. Every small donation can help save a life If you can’t donate, sharing this campaign means a lot. Together, we can save more lives Project Website

We created this new fundraiser to provide clear and transparent support for the animals currently fighting for their lives — and for those who depend on continuous care every single day. Right now, we are facing multiple critical cases: Curry Curry depends on life-saving medication every week: ➡️ approx. €200 per week His treatment is long-term and must continue under regular monitoring. Without this medication, he will not survive. Kahve (dog) Kahve is battling severe infections, including distemper and mycoplasma, and requires intensive, ongoing treatment: ➡️ approx. €281 every 10 days for essential medication ➡️ plus additional treatments, blood-related medication, vitamins, and supplements She is fighting to stay alive and cannot do so without this support. Köpük (Pamuk) (cat) Köpük urgently needs surgery to survive: ➡️ €1,189 still needed for surgery ➡️ plus €1,180–€1,370 for post-surgery hospitalization But beyond these emergencies, there is something many people don’t see: Every day, there are ongoing costs we cannot pause: • food for many rescued animals • transport to vets and clinics • medication and aftercare These animals don’t stop needing help when one case is resolved. The need is constant. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us continue. You are not just supporting one animal, you are helping us keep all of them alive. Project Website

Sena, the project leader, is dedicated to caring for stray cats and dogs in Konya. Every day, she provides essential help to animals in need. At just 26 years old, she has dedicated seven years to this cause, supporting countless cats and dogs during that time. Currently, Sena looks after 20 cats in a shelter, 12 additional cats at her mother’s home, 4 dogs at her own residence, and 7 dogs in a dog pension. Furthermore, she feeds and cares for approximately 100 to 150 street cats each day. Many of these animals have been rescued from situations of neglect, abuse, or other life-threatening situations. Sena works tirelessly to provide these animals with food, safe shelter, and medical care, offering them protection and compassion. With your support, Sena can continue her vital work, providing necessary treatment and giving these animals a chance at a better life. Project website

Fatma is a rescuer based in Istanbul. She cares deeply for the cats around her and does not hesitate to help in urgent and complicated cases whenever a cat needs her. The Rescuer: “I have a deep love for all living beings, but animals are like my children. I want them to live well and happily. I adore them and long to see joy in their eyes, not sadness. I wish I could save every animal; I do my best to provide treatment to those who are sick and ensure they are fed regularly. Please don’t let me walk this path alone, as they are all our children.” Project website

Sarman has been diagnosed with nasopharyngeal stenosis, a rare condition in cats that involves a narrowing between the nasal cavity and the throat, typically caused by scar tissue. This narrowing severely restricts airflow, making it difficult for affected cats to breathe. They often experience respiratory distress and, in severe cases, can face life-threatening breathing emergencies. In Sarman's case, the situation is serious. If left untreated, his condition may worsen, potentially leading to a fatal respiratory crisis. The recommended treatment for Sarman is balloon dilation under endoscopic guidance, a highly specialised procedure that can only be performed by a limited number of veterinary specialists in Turkey. The attending ENT specialist has confirmed that very few professionals across the country are qualified to carry out this treatment. The treatment plan includes: - Five balloon dilation sessions under endoscopy, with one session every two weeks - Total duration: approximately 2.5 months - Cost per session: approximately €900 - Additional tests required before each session The overall costs are significant, but without this treatment, Sarman is at serious risk of a fatal breathing crisis. Project website

Nese is an independent rescuer working on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. She cares for stray animals living on the streets by providing regular food, arranging both urgent and long-term medical treatment, and supporting them throughout their recovery. In addition to daily feeding, Nese intervenes whenever animals are injured, sick, or in immediate danger. She coordinates veterinary care, covers clinic stays when necessary, and does her best to find safe homes for those animals that can be rehomed. Her work is driven by a sense of responsibility and persistence, often taking place under challenging conditions with limited resources. Project website

Çiğdem is a young animal rescuer and student from Kayseri in southeastern Türkiye. Since childhood, she has been deeply devoted to animals. Her home has always been filled with birds and cats, and today she continues to share her life with several cats. Çiğdem’s compassion extends beyond her home; she actively helps where it is needed most—on the streets, where countless animals struggle to survive each day. Through her project “Doyan Göbekler” (meaning “Full Bellies”), she regularly feeds stray cats, dogs, and other animals, including birds, hedgehogs, and turtles. In short, she provides care for every living being in need. For Çiğdem, this work is not just about feeding animals; it is also about ensuring their dignity and compassion. She believes that every animal deserves at least a moment of safety, to be well-fed, seen, and protected. The profile picture of her project is a tribute to a cat that meant the world to her, whom she sadly lost. This experience has fueled her motivation to keep going, to never look away, and to give other animals a chance. Çiğdem’s dedication and compassion are truly exceptional and deeply admirable, especially considering the economic and social challenges that young people in Türkiye face every day. Project website