Relocating to Montreal with 5 Dogs + 4 Cats

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I'm in Montreal early, setting the stage for a big move from Hong Kong. My spouse, daughter will join in the summer, with my nine animals (if you've never moved internationally with pets, it can be a major headache).

I work in St-Henri and have seen that the Island is a no-go if I want this many pets and access to trails for outside walks. I know I need to live on the 'Shores'. My pets are all mongrels/mixed-breed rescues.

My questions are:

1. Which municipalities other than Sherrington allow this many pets?
2. When people say to register as a kennel, is it a complicated process?
3. When people say 'out of the municipality' or in 'rural' designated zones, how do we see that on a map? Do municipalities clearly have these designated zones?

I realize these are tough questions. Any help and advice would be VERY welcome.

Thanks!