Dan Rimada, founder of the Instagram account @BodegaCatsofNewYork, has initiated a petition to establish a certification program aimed at protecting the city's bodega cats. Advocates argue that many of these cats suffer from neglect due to outdated health codes and lack of resources. The petition seeks to remove fines for responsible cat owners while proposing a $30,000 support fund for their care. Despite their iconic status in New York, many bodega cats face abuse and neglect, raising concerns about the welfare of these animals.
Bodega cats have long been an iconic part of New York City's soul-they keep shops pest-free, brighten our streets, and offer comfort to communities.
The majority of bodega cats that I've seen were not properly taken care of. As much as bodega cats are beloved in New York, most of them are abused and neglected.
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