Montreal Dog Blog

12/28/2025

Hello Darlings!
Hope you are enjoying the holiday season ! 🎄❤️🍾

I’m going to vent a bit lol

So I posted last week I sold my condo in Dorval and I am moving closer to work in particular Nuns Island because I cannot deal with traffic anymore! 🥵

Well I am shocked to say that 4 condos I was interested in have said no to me because I have a dog !!

I was a landlord for 9 years and always allowed pets in my unit.

I understand how it can be a worry with pets, but a lot of us are very responsible pet owners. 🐶

And the kicker is Bowie is in the country during the week being looked after while I work! So he isnt even with me most of the time !!!

I will tell you if I was the boss of Montreal 🤪 it would be illegal to refuse tenants who have pets I just think it’s terrible.

I have a couple of months to find a condo and now I’m getting a little bit stressed out, if you know anyone who owns anything That is looking to rent for about March 1, send me a message.!!

I have a fabulous agent helping me with this search and thank you to everyone who reached out to me.

Landlords you’re making Bowie sad 😢 😊😊

It’s stressful being an adult !!

Wish us luck !!

12/27/2025

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12/05/2025

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11/28/2025

Too cold for long walks? ❄️🐾
Here are some easy indoor games to keep your dog calm, focused, and happy — all from the comfort of home.

Winter can make it tough to get outside as much as we’d like, but that doesn’t mean your dog has to miss out on mental stimulation. A tired mind is just as important as a tired body — and sometimes even more effective for building calm behaviors.

Here are a few simple activities you can try at home:

🧠 Snuffle-mat challenge
Let your dog sniff, forage, and “hunt” for their meal. Perfect for anxious pups or high-energy dogs who need structured mental work.

🎵 Calm rest time
Pair a cozy chew with relaxing music. Teaching dogs to settle is one of the most valuable life skills they can learn.

🔎 Find-it scent hunt
Hide treats around the room and let your dog search at their own pace. Great for confidence building and focus.

🧺 Place & Release game
Teach your dog to relax on a mat or bed. Reward calmness — it lays the foundation for good manners everywhere.

🎉 Teach a fun trick
Spin, touch, bow… keep it light and positive. Trick training builds confidence and strengthens your bond.

Remember:
Little moments of play build calm habits. Every minute you spend together makes a difference. ❤️🐶

Stay warm, Montreal — and have fun with your pups indoors!

11/26/2025

This weekend!

11/05/2025

💔 MISSING CAT – LASALLE
Beloved cat Bim is missing near Bishop Power (around 715–717) in Lasalle.
He’s a friendly tabby domestic shorthair, but may be scared and hiding.
Please check your sheds, garages, and under decks — he might be taking shelter.
If you see him, call 514-569-3646 or 514-995-7933 right away.
🙏 Please share — His family just wants him home safe and sound.

10/17/2025

😿 URGENT: 8 Tame cats dumped on the South Shore — Donations & Fosters Needed.

These very tame cats have been dumped and it’s breaking my heart. The nights are getting colder and we (Susan Mackasey ) and (PetitsPawz) want to get them off the street.

🐾 Meet Them

Hope – gentle, loving mama with 3 tiny kittens (about 1 year old)
Charlotte – 3-month-old baby, nervous but tryin hard to trust
Bourbon – approx 2-year-old pregnant girl who urgently needs a safe space to give birth
Grizzly – playful, bright approx 5-month-old full of personality
Teeg – feral male who will be TNR’d (trapped, neutered, returned) and cared for outdoors

Our goal: $1,500 to cover some of the care and vetting. I’m working to get every one of them to safety, but I urgently need your help.

Every dollar helps.

💌 How to Donate
E-transfer: [email protected]

Direct to vet: [email protected] (mention for South Shore cats in comment area).

Credit card: via Bonsai (message me for link)

(Note: PayPal is no longer accepted for security reasons.)

If you can’t donate, a simple share can help these cats find the support they need before the weather turns worse.

They didn’t ask to be abandoned — but with your help, they won’t be left out in the cold.

💛 Thank you,
Susan Mackasey & PetitsPawz

10/03/2025

09/11/2025

URGENT FOSTER NEEDED - 🐾 URGENT FOSTER HOME NEEDED FOR 2 YEAR OLD RINGO 🐾

💔 His Story
Ringo has had a hard start. An English Bull Terrier, he had a home that loved him, but they weren't equipped for his energy and so he spent most of his time confined to a crate. This was far from what he needed. He was then given to someone living on a farm, but it wasn’t a good fit. He is currently being kept in a vacant horse stall. Now, unless we find a foster home immediately, he may be sent to the SPCA. While the SPCA does wonderful work, it’s not the best place for a high-energy, affectionate boy like Ringo. He deserves a chance in a home where he can thrive. He walks very well on a leash.

💙 About Ringo
Age & energy: He’s only two years old and very much a puppy at heart — full of energy, playful, rambunctious, and curious. He loves to carry things around and chew on toys like a typical young dog. He barks alot when confined and/or frustrated.
Personality: Extremely affectionate — Ringo adores people and just wants to be loved. He bonds quickly and craves attention.

Crate habits: He has spent a lot of time in a crate in the past, which caused him to bark out of frustration. While he doesn’t necessarily need a crate now, he’s familiar with one, but ideally he should spend much less time confined.

Other animals: At this stage, Ringo should be placed in a home with no other dogs, cats, or small animals until we better understand his reactions.

Health: He’s fully vetted, sterilized, and up-to-date on all vaccinations.

🏡 What He Needs in a Foster
A loving home with time and patience for an energetic young dog
Someone who can give him exercise, attention, and structure
A pet-free household (for now)
A safe, stable environment where he won’t be left crated for long hours

📣 How You Can Help
If you or someone you know can open your home — even short-term — please reach out immediately to me (Susan Mackasey/). Ringo just needs someone to give him love, patience, and a chance to be the wonderful companion he is.

Please share this post widely. Together we can keep Ringo safe and give him the start he deserves.

RECHERCHE FAMILLE D'ACCUEIL URGENTE - 🐾 RECHERCHE FAMILLE D'ACCUEIL URGENTE POUR RINGO, 2 ANS 🐾

💔 Son histoire
Ringo a eu des débuts difficiles. Il avait une famille qui l'aimait, mais elle n'était pas adaptée à son énergie et il passait donc la plupart de son temps confiné dans une cage. C'était loin de ce dont il avait besoin. Il a ensuite été confié à une personne vivant à la ferme, mais cela ne lui convenait pas. Il est actuellement hébergé dans un box vacant. À moins que nous ne lui trouvions une famille d'accueil immédiatement, il pourrait être envoyé à la SPCA. Bien que la SPCA fasse un excellent travail, ce n'est pas le meilleur endroit pour un garçon plein d'énergie et affectueux comme Ringo. Il mérite une chance dans un foyer où il puisse s'épanouir. Il marche très bien en laisse.

💙 À propos de Ringo
Âge et énergie : Il n’a que deux ans et est un chiot dans l’âme : plein d’énergie, joueur, turbulent et curieux. Il adore transporter des objets et mâchouiller des jouets comme un jeune chien. Il aboie beaucoup lorsqu’il est confiné et/ou frustré.
Personnalité : Extrêmement affectueux — Ringo adore les gens et veut juste être aimé. Il crée rapidement des liens et a besoin d’attention.

Habitudes en cage : Il a passé beaucoup de temps en cage par le passé, ce qui l’a fait aboyer de frustration. Bien qu’il n’en ait pas nécessairement besoin maintenant, il s’y est habitué, mais idéalement, il devrait passer beaucoup moins de temps confiné.
Autres animaux : À ce stade, Ringo devrait être placé dans un foyer sans autres chiens, chats ou petits animaux, jusqu’à ce que nous comprenions mieux ses réactions.

Santé : Il est entièrement contrôlé, stérilisé et à jour de ses vaccins.

🏡 Ce dont il a besoin dans une famille d'accueil
Un foyer aimant, avec du temps et de la patience pour un jeune chien plein d'énergie

Quelqu'un qui puisse lui offrir de l'exercice, de l'attention et un cadre

Un foyer sans animaux (pour le moment)

Un environnement sûr et stable où il ne restera pas enfermé dans sa cage pendant de longues heures

📣 Comment vous pouvez aider
Si vous ou quelqu'un que vous connaissez pouvez accueillir Ringo, même pour une courte période, contactez-moi immédiatement (Susan Mackasey/ PetitsPawz). Ringo a juste besoin de quelqu'un qui lui donne de l'amour, de la patience et la chance d'être le merveilleux compagnon qu'il est.

N'hésitez pas à partager cette publication. Ensemble, nous pouvons assurer la sécurité de Ringo et lui offrir le départ qu'il mérite.

09/05/2025

🐾 Quick Wins to Build a Better Bond 🐾

Bonding with your dog doesn’t have to be complicated — it’s the little things you do every day that make the biggest difference. 💛

Here are 6 simple ways to strengthen your relationship with your pup:
1️⃣ Play a 5-minute training game — short & fun builds trust.
2️⃣ Let them sniff on walks — it’s like checking their social media feed!
3️⃣ Celebrate the small wins — “Yes, good dog!” goes a long way.
4️⃣ Talk to them like a teammate — calm, happy tones build connection.
5️⃣ Spend 10 minutes of solo time — no phones, just presence.
6️⃣ Narrate the day — dogs love routine and predictability.

✨ Remember: bonding isn’t always about training — it’s about trust, presence, and celebrating the small moments together.

👉 Which of these do you already do with your dog? Drop it in the comments — we’d love to hear! 🐶💬