20.10.2025 20:36
In a consensual divorce case opened in Istanbul, the protocol submitted to the court drew attention with its clause regarding "cat alimony." The man, who separated from his spouse, agreed to leave the custody of their two cats to her and to pay 10,000 Turkish lira as "cat care alimony" every three months for 10 years.
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In a contested divorce case observed in Istanbul, a noteworthy protocol clause was included. The husband, who agreed to transfer the custody of their two cats to his wife during the divorce process, also pledged to pay 10,000 lira every three months for the animals' care expenses.
CUSTODY OF THE CATS GRANTED TO THE WIFE
The couple, Buğra B. and Ezgi B., living in Istanbul, decided to divorce amicably on the grounds of "the fundamental disruption of the marriage union." The protocol submitted to the Istanbul Family Court stated that the parties mutually accepted the divorce and that Buğra B. agreed to pay Ezgi B. 550,000 lira in material compensation. However, the most striking detail in the protocol was the inclusion of the custody of the cats. The parties reached an agreement on cat custody with the statement, "It has been agreed that the two cats belonging to Buğra B. will remain with Ezgi B."
PAYMENT OF 10,000 LIRA EVERY THREE MONTHS FOR 10 YEARS
The protocol also included a provision that Buğra B. would pay 10,000 lira every three months for the care expenses of the cats for 10 years. This arrangement has been regarded in legal circles as an example of "new generation alimony." In line with the parties' agreement, it is expected that the court will also include this special clause in the divorce decision.
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