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Montreal's first Halloween dog parade is happening soon and it's free to pawticipate

If you're a dog lover, you know that Halloween in Montreal isn't just about trick-or-treating. It's also a golden opportunity to fawn over adorable pooches dressed in the cutest costumes.

This year, one of the best ways to enjoy costumed canines is by attending Montreal's 'Pawlloween Pawty 2024,' featuring the first-ever 'Halloween Costumed Dog Parade.'

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Montrealers Who Adopt A Senior Dog Can Get A Year Of Free Dog Treats

In a tail-wagging twist on pet adoption, Montreal-based company Healthybud has unleashed an irresistible offer: a year's supply of free dog treats to anyone adopting a senior dog this month.

The heartwarming initiative aligns with November's "National Adopt A Senior Pet Month" and comes at a crucial time when inflation is leading to an unprecedented number of abandoned pets, pushing shelters in Canada to their limits.

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Montreal’s Dog Halloween Costume Contest Is Returning Next Month & Your Pup Can Party For Free

Move over humans, four-legged fashionistas are taking over Halloween in Montreal this year. Parc Laurier Dog Park is set to turn into a runway of wagging tails, floppy ears, and the most adorable costumes you've ever seen.

Whether you're a proud doggy "pawrent" or just a dog devotee, the Pawlloween Pawty is sure to cast its spell on you. On October 28 at 2 p.m., the gathering promises a parade of playful costumes, from the terrier-fying to the downright doggone cute.

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A Corgi Parade Is Coming To Montreal Next Month & There's Going To Be A Sea Of Fluffy Butts

If you've got yourself a few corgi fur babies or are a self-proclaimed dog lover, Montreal's upcoming corgi party and parade need to be on your radar. Corgi Pawty MTL is bringing back its cutest event of the year on September 2 where hundreds of corgis across Montreal will gather for the ultimate doggo convention.

The very first parade in 2021 welcomed over 150 adorable dogs, creating what can only be described as a sea of fluffy butts. Now, the organizers are hoping for an even bigger, better and fluffier turnout, with the goal of becoming the largest gathering of corgis in all of Canada.

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A Quebec Bill Would Make It Illegal For Landlords To Ban Pets

Québec Solidaire is throwing a bone to pet owners in the midst of the province's ongoing housing crisis. The party introduced Quebec's first bill aimed at allowing animals in residential spaces in the National Assembly on May 25. If passed, the bill would make it illegal for rental properties to turn away tenants with four-legged roommates.

The legislation, presented by Laurier-Dorion MNA and Québec Solidaire housing critic Andrés Fontecilla, aims to relieve the stress of pet owners hunting for affordable housing.

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New Montreal Metro Rules For Cyclists & Dog Owners Kick In On May 20

No more juggling between your two-wheeler and metro schedules. As of May 20, the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) is letting cyclists bring their trusty steeds on board at all times.

Weekdays will see improved access for cyclists, while weekends and holidays will be a full green light for cyclists. Just keep in mind, during a few high-traffic city events, temporary restrictions may apply.

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A Dog Festival Is Coming To Montreal This Summer — So Get Ready For Cuteness Overload

Montreal is going to the dogs this summer but in the best way possible. The very first edition of the Woopaw Fest is coming to Montreal from June 30 to July 2, 2023 — so mark you and your furry friends' calendars.

The canine carnival is being thrown by Pawsome Club MTL and will take place at the Bassins Peel in Griffintown where you and your doggos can enjoy several dog breed gatherings and activities for your pets, their parents and any and all dog lovers.

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A Montreal Photographer Does Impromptu Pup Shoots & It’s The Most Therapeutic Thing Ever

Meet Keegan, a Montreal-based photographer who you just might recognize from his viral pupshoot TikTok. After dabbling in the realm of content creation for over a decade, Keegan found his footing through sound, videography and photography — a creative background that has undoubtedly contributed to his growing online success and popularity.

With a whopping 1.2 million followers on TikTok and 35,000 on Instagram, Keegan's videos have become a hot topic of conversation and an entirely free form of therapy. Dogs do have that effect on people after all.

MTL Blog caught up with Keegan, who shared how his dog photoshoots came to be, the passion and reason behind his "dog phase" photography and of course, what his favourite dog breed is — a question that some might consider to be a Sophie's Choice-style inquiry.

After settling in the Verdun borough of Montreal, Keegan went from travel and portrait shots to impromptu dog shoots that emulate a total sense of wholesomeness. The concept of spontaneously photographing dogs on the streets of Montreal sparked when Keegan set his sights on a golden retriever puppy. Upon approaching the hoomans for pupshoot permission, Keegan snapped what went on to be the catalyst for his newfound love of creating "PupTok" content.

The video went viral. And alas, the doggo series commenced.

Keegan has gone on to amass nearly 30 million likes on TikTok — snapping countless furry friends and capturing the endearing exchange for millions to enjoy. Not to mention the stories Keegan collects, including a touching moment with Alex and her pup Sierra — who she rescued and adopted from Lebanon.

When it comes down to Keegan's passion surrounding canine content, it's all about the joy dogs bring into our lives. While he might be allergic to cats and dogs — go figure, right? Keegan's love for animals remains unparalleled, especially considering how therapeutic the encounter can be. "If I'm in a slump, I'll go out and make some videos. I meet dogs and it's an instant mood lifter," Keegan said. And that's exactly what he hopes viewers take away from his videos.

"I really want those who stumble upon my videos and spend a few minutes on my channel to close the app and just have their mood lifted," Keegan told MTL Blog. "If I can bring just a bit of that feeling to people through my videos, then I'm happy."

Although Keegan won't be saying goodbye to dog photography any time soon, he does consider it to be a phase. Keegan said he's got his sights set on photography and travel, and while that means dog photography won't be his go-to forever, viewers will still see some sweet pup shots every now and again.

In the meantime, he's taking things up a notch by turning dogs into catwalk models. Keegan's latest video published this week titled "Turning Dogs Into Models," showcases some adorbs doggos strutting down a pop-up runway by the Lachine Canal, which has already garnered nearly 150,000 views on TikTok in the span of 24 hours.

Luckily, there's a heck of a lot more tails wagging in Montreal and Keegan continues to capture the magic on camera click at a time.

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Montreal's Metro Is Loosening The Leash & Letting Dogs Ride As Of October 15

A new public transit pilot project will have more than a few Montrealers wagging their tails with glee. The Société de transport de Montréal (STM) has announced that as of October 15, 2022, dogs will be able to accompany their owners on the metro under certain conditions.

For the next nine months, canine companions will be able to ride outside of a carrier between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and after 7 p.m. on weekdays. They're allowed anytime on weekends and during public holidays, although they'll have to be muzzled at all times and on a leash no longer than 1.25 m (49 in).

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The Montreal SPCA Rescued 8 Abandoned Puppies That Went Without Food & Water For Weeks

Get the tissues ready, 'cause this is gonna be a rollercoaster of emotions. The Montreal SPCA shared that they recently rescued eight puppies left in an abandoned residence for at least three weeks after receiving a call from a city resident.

The animal organization detailed their rescue plan, sharing a photo of six of the puppies on Instagram, including three additional pup pics on their Stories.

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A Warehouse Sale For Your Dog Is Happening In Montreal This Weekend

Calling all dog owners! If you love spoiling your fur baby rotten with toys, treats and new outfits, then Silver Paw has got you covered with a warehouse sale taking place in the city next week.

The Montreal-based company is hosting its second warehouse sale of the year from Friday, August 12 to Sunday, August 14, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Galeries des Sources shopping mall.

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Montreal's Japanese Culture Festival Is Bringing A Huge Street Food Market To The Mile End

YATAI MTL and Japan Week are coming back to Montreal. The festivals, a celebration of Japanese culture, will showcase products and dishes from local businesses. There will even be a street food market.

During Japan Week, June 6 to 12, restaurants and stores across the Montreal area will present a "special Japanese street food menu and a diverse offering of Japanese products," according to a press release. Participating restaurants will offer items as diverse as karaage, ramen, gyoza, BBQ, takoyaki, corndogs, sour plum beer, Japanese cheesecakes, mochi, doroyaki, matcha ice cream, and bubble tea.

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