MONTREAL – The Town of Mount Royal (TMR) announced Monday that it would be tabling amendments to a municipal bylaw concerning the management and protection of cats and dogs.
The amendment will regulate the sourcing and sterilization of dogs, cats, and rabbits in the community.
TMR residents will have to show that their pets have been spayed or neutered when obtaining or renewing a license. In the past, residents could apply for a discount if their pet was sterilized but now it will be an obligation.
Further changes target the sale of animals.
All cats, dogs and rabbits being sold on the territory must be spayed or neutered and pet shops will only be permitted to sell animals sourced from shelters and animal rescue organizations and not from commercial breeders.
Mayor Philippe Roy maintains the changes are part of a wider movement to protect animals.
“These new rules are part of the worldwide movement to protect animals and recognize their rights”
The Montreal SPCA was on hand for the announcement which they praised.
“We are extremely pleased and proud of TMR’s proactive steps forward and we encourage other municipalities and boroughs to follow the example they have set,” said Alanna Devine, jurist and Director of Animal Advocacy at the Montreal SPCA.
The SPCA recently published a model bylaw to offer guidance to boroughs or municipalities looking to address issues related to animal welfare.
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