Cats Left Behind After Bodega Closure Find Toys and Catnip in Rescue

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Two tabby cats, Frye and Berg, were left behind when the bodega they lived in closed down. The cats were discovered by someone who advocated for them to be brought to the North Shore Animal League America shelter. The cats, who are now adjusting to life indoors, were found to have various medical issues that will require ongoing care.

Why it matters

This story highlights the plight of pets that can be left behind when their owners' businesses or living situations change unexpectedly. It also underscores the importance of animal welfare organizations that step in to rescue and provide medical care for animals in need.

The details

Frye, 3, and Berg, 5, were living at a bodega in New York when it closed down, leaving them with "no safe place to go." Someone intervened and advocated for the cats to be brought to the North Shore Animal League America shelter. At the shelter, the cats discovered the joys of toys, treats, and catnip - a stark contrast to their previous life navigating the busy storefront. During Berg's medical exam, vets discovered he required a procedure to address painful ear infections that had caused a head tilt, as well as a heart condition that will require ongoing monitoring.

• The bodega where Frye and Berg lived closed at an unspecified time.
• On March 10, 2026, North Shore Animal League America posted about rescuing Frye and Berg on Facebook.

What’s next

The North Shore Animal League America is closely monitoring Berg's heart condition and will provide the necessary long-term care for both Frye and Berg as they adjust to life outside the bodega.