Bay Ridge Residents Took Care of Archie the Cat
The cat above was seen by a Ridgite on 75th Street between 5th and 6th Avenue. She brought him a can of cat food and water, but the cat didn’t eat anything.
She called the ASPCA and then shared his location on Facebook because Bay Ridge has a lot of good people who help animals.
Other animal lovers in Bay Ridge went to look for the cat, but he had moved. Several people checked several times and eventually they were able to trap him.
On August 13th, they brought Archie to Verg. The cat was only 2 pounds. The vet gave Archie fluids because he wasn’t eating. Archie is still at Verg. He is eating, gaining his strength and even playing.
Archie has severe dental disease.
He also has a bad upper respiratory infection, is anemic and his blood markers are indicative of infection and/or cancer (hopefully not cancer).
Many people donated money to pay for Archie’s vet bill. (See GoFundMe)
Thank you to everyone who took care of Archie – from the first person who stopped to give him food and then alerted the community to all who have cared for him. I am so grateful that our community has kind people who would care for of a sick cat they just met.
Hugs,
marlene
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