In a small suburb in Izmir province, Turkey, a woman had an idea that was changing the lives of countless cats around the world.
Homeless and stray animals struggle to find shelter during severe storms, which only reminds them of how difficult life can be. But Yeşim Yücel, a housewife in Yenifoch, had an idea to provide shelter for these animals using inexpensive materials.
By attaching the lips of water bottles to a sturdy board and laying out blankets and beds, Yücel created makeshift homes for cats living on the streets. This simple yet ingenious idea has not only provided shelter for these animals but has also gained attention and inspired others to do the same.
Yücel and community members continue to work on this initiative, improving the lives of cats in their neighborhood and potentially beyond. Thanks to Yücel’s idea, more cats can find warmth and safety.
Yeşim Yücel saw a post on Facebook about building houses for street cats using silicone and water bottles, and she decided to try it out in her community. The simple, inexpensive project provides much-needed shelter and security to stray cats living on the streets.
The woman was touched as she watched the kittens happily rushing to cuddle up. They began to lay out makeshift beds on the streets. In this way, Yücel’s idea is changing the lives of cats worldwide.
If you want to help out, too, it’s easy! All you need are some small water bottles and some silicone sealant. Yücel and her community have made a difference, and now others can join in and make an impact.
The bottles this woman uses are small, so they can only be used for kittens, but anyone who wants to make them bigger can also use them to give shelter to puppies.
These tiny houses are not only helping individual cats but also reducing overpopulation and improving the overall welfare of street cats globally. So let’s spread the word about this creative solution, and help more cats find a warm place to call home.
