CosmoDoggyLand: CosmoDoggyNews: Montreal International Dog Show

The three-day event began on Friday, November 2nd, and was held at Place Bonaventure in the heart of Downtown Montreal. The French flair and multiculturalism of the city allowed visitors to discover its charm in the welcoming atmosphere of this show, which included four Obedience Trials, two Rally Obedience Trials, and three Conformation Shows.

Ch Debessiere Valentino Mi Amor
the Miniature Schnauzer who won
Best Puppy In Show

(Conformation Show) on Sunday,
and his handler Nicole Vaillancourt.

The show gathered numerous trainers, breeders, dog lovers, and incredible canines of different breeds, such as Pekingese, Bulldog, Shih Tzu, Bearded Collie, Pointer, German Shepherd, American Cocker Spaniel, Basenji, Siberian Husky, Beagle, Samoyed and many more, coming from different parts of Canada and the United States.

Among the attendees, there were also dogs and representatives from organizations like the MIRA Foundation and Therapeutic Paws of Canada who showcased they do to make a difference.

Three MIRA service dogs and their trainers. MIRA Foundation matches handicapped individuals with guide and companion dogs trained to satisfy their needs.

Chico, a Shih Tzu who volunteers as a therapy dog
for Therapeutic Paws of Canada, participates in the senior visitation programs of this organization.

Willow & Lian

Willow (13) and her daughter Lian (9), two wonderful volunteer therapy dogs working for Therapeutic Paws of Canada.

They participate in Paws to Read, a program designed to help children improve their reading skills, as well as in the senior visitation program.

Participants Fleur, Sky and Éklips and their handlers at the Montreal International Dog Show.

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