Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 21st - June 4th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 355 (320, 251, 194, 234) *335
Sold:  186  (161, 132, 120, 112) *234
Sale To Listing Ratio: 54% (53%, 53%, 62%, 48%) *70%
Price Changes: 91 (66, 61, 70, 55) *161
Listings that went conditional/pending: 280 (242, 195, 169, 164)  *231
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 96 (31, 38, 40, 104) *137
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,095  (2,132, 2,115, 2,086, 2,100) +3,363
Absorption Rate in weeks:  14 (16, 17, 18, 19) *15

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,120 (1,130, 1,039, 1,099, 1,113) *1,886
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $377,265 ($383k,$377k,$371k,$359k) *$346k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $377,450 ($377k,$373k,$368k,$351k) *$338k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100%  (98%, 99%, 99%, 98%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k,$324k,$320k,$320k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$324,750 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$319k)*$295k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 11 (67, 63, 60, 61) *54

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  165 (165, 153, 148, 152) *252
Average Condo Listing Price:  $262,495 ($266k, $274k, $255k $351k) *$292k
Average Condo Selling Price: $258,493 ($264k, $271k, $247k, $339k) *$288k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (99%, 97%, 97%, 97%) 99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $273,950 ($269k, $265k, $269k, $267k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $272,500 ($263k, $259k, $263k, $261k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 36 (23, 68, 54, 40)*72

Active Vacant Lots: 675 (699, 693, 707, 717) *949

Market Rant
Well, it was as good run for a couple weeks, but nothing seems to be holding back the surge of buyers gobbling up all the inventory. It's still dog eat dog out there right now, and with restrictions being lifted in many areas and the hopeful COVID-19 reports being advertised, the wave of buyers continue to vie for a place to call home. Just look at the inventory flying off the shelves! There was a good amount of new additions this week, but they were met with the buyer surge who snapped up 280 properties this week, which was the best week of the year so far, and bested this time last year as well. Just like people eager for a hair trim, a must have for most, like our military, is also having to move, so it will be busy for both industries while demand is met. Nova Scotia has now implemented a self isolation exemptions list for essential etc and government workers who need to relocate to our province, which will surely inject another group of buyers that should have been here awhile ago. For a complete list of who is exempt from having to self isolate upon arrival to Nova Scotia, click HERE. This market has been incredible so far this year, and I think we are in for another huge influx of activity, almost like a late Spring market that I mentioned might happen should things get back to a new normal. 11 days on market is the average the week for single family homes, which is crazy. Not surprised though, being out there and involved in the constant competition throughout HRM. Interesting times indeed. Make sure to stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the market as things develop, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hi everyone! My name is Macy and I am a 6 year old female Rottweiler/mastiff mix weighing around 90 lbs. I came from a Montreal gassing pound a few weeks ago and I am ready to find my forever home!

I always pull to go see other dogs but it can be hit or miss if I think they are okay. I have also seen cats outside and have pulled to go chase them so I think I'd prefer to just be an only animal in the house and receive all the love for myself! 

I have loved all the people I met, including some calm older kids but I can get over excited sometimes as well. I am going to need some strong humans to work with me because I am a very strong girl! 

I do have a torn ACL that I take a daily pain medication for but it does not slow me down one bit! These wonderful people in the rescue have said they are going to pay for this to be dealt with as soon as it is possible! 

I had a few accidents when I first came to my foster dad but have not had any since. I am getting better on a leash but still pull if there is something yummy or interesting going on. I am learning recall and am ok with no distractions but right now I would still choose to go investigate anything else that is going on. 

I can definitly be a couch potato just as much of a snuggle bug and like to play once I am comfortable with you. I am a good housemate and usually just mind my own business, I like to sleep in my free time, or watch tv with my foster dad. 

I don’t mind having my teeth or ears cleaned but it's definitely not my favorite thing to do. I am okay taking my pain medication because I know it helps me but I'm still going to try to avoid it if I can.

In the car I am usually fairly calm but due to being a larger girl I need room to keep my balance and will only lay down or sit when exhausted from the adventure we are coming back from. I don't really like being left home alone, I won't touch anything in the house and I don't really like the crate so I hope I don't have to go back in one. 

I do not counter surf but will always eat what you give me. Toys are kind of weird, I don't really know what to do with them yet; I am just starting to figure out chasing a ball can be fun though!

I will answer to sit, down, wait, up and look and know I can keep learning things if you teach me! I might let out a few barks when someone is at the door but other than that I don't really bark. When they come in the house I will sniff and try to jump to say hi! 

Are you my forever home? 

My adoption fee is a $350 donation to help save more dogs like me. I will be spayed, vaccinated and microchipped as soon as the vets are open for business and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at 
https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.
​
This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 21st - 28th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 320 (251, 194, 234, 166) *336
Sold:  161  (132, 120, 112, 131) *225
Sale To Listing Ratio: 53% (53%, 62%, 48%, 65%) *67%
Price Changes: 66 (61, 70, 55, 56) *174
Listings that went conditional/pending: 242 (195, 169, 164, 125)  *260
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 31 (38, 40, 104, 32) *72
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,132 (2,115, 2,086, 2,100, 2,135) +3,409
Absorption Rate in weeks:  16 (17, 18, 19, 19) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,130 (1,039, 1,099, 1,113, 1,139) *1,894
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $383,315 ($377k,$371k,$359k,$362k) *$350k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $377,300 ($373k,$368k,$351k,$355k) *$342k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98%  (99%, 99%, 98%, 98%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $324,900 ($324k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$320,000 ($320k,$320k,$319k,$320k)*$296k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 67 (63, 60, 61, 45) *51

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  165 (153, 148, 152, 154) *261
Average Condo Listing Price:  $265,654 ($274k, $255k $351k, $286k) *$282k
Average Condo Selling Price: $263,709 ($271k, $247k, $339k, $273k) *$280k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (97%, 97%, 97%, 96%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $269,000 ($265k, $269k, $267k, $260k) *$246k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $263,000 ($259k, $263k, $261k, $255k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 23 (68, 54, 40, 40)*37

Active Vacant Lots: 699 (693, 707, 717, 717) *955

Market Rant
Second week in a row where we are finally seeing the inventory go in the northern direction! Seems the last few days have really ramped things up, which may be helped by the announcement that even more restrictions are being lifted and businesses are allowed to open on June 5th. Hopefully these measures continue to bolster public confidence to return to regular activities, but not so much so that we end up back on square one. The real estate industry here in Halifax continues to proceed with caution, and there doesn't seem to be any loosening of current protocols that have been set up, which is actually a good thing in my opinion. I imagine there will be many industries with a "new normal", and real estate is certainly one of them. By remaining open during this time, I think the industry was quick to adapt to safety measures and protocols for public health and safety, so being prepared going forward has already been established and parties that have carried on with buying or selling recognize these new procedures with respect. I think these will be in place for the foreseeable future, so much like the other industries that you may revisit, it's best to have as much patience and understanding as possible as we all navigate these unprecedented times. This week was a showcase of all the progress we have made since this began. This week witnessed a surge of new listings (most of the year so far), with sellers confident enough to put their homes up for sale despite the current environment, and buyer activity that almost matches the market of last year. It's pretty incredible really. The market is still in great shape, and there is lots of miles left in it yet, so with the air starting to clear, we can expect things will only get better from here. Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of things though, it's a wild ride out there right now! Thanks for stopping by and stay safe! 

***Due to Covid 19, Macy will still require veterinary care, covered by SALCARS. Due to unknown time restrictions, we feel awaiting this in her forever home will be more beneficial to her.***
Hi everyone! My name is Macy and I am a 6 year old female Rottweiler/mastiff mix weighing around 90 lbs. I came from a Montreal gassing pound a few weeks ago and I am ready to find my forever home!

On average, it takes 100 shares and 100 likes for a dog to find a home! Please share my story so my forever family will find me!?!
I always pull to go see other dogs but it can be hit or miss if I think they are okay. I have also seen cats outside and have pulled to go chase them so I think I'd prefer to just be an only animal in the house and receive all the love for myself!
I have loved all the people I met, including some calm older kids but I can get over excited sometimes as well. I am going to need some strong humans to work with me because I am a very strong girl!

I do have a torn ACL that I take a daily pain medication for but it does not slow me down one bit! These wonderful people in the rescue have said they are going to pay for this to be dealt with as soon as it is possible!
I had a few accidents when I first came to my foster dad but have not had any since. I am getting better on a leash but still pull if there is something yummy or interesting going on. I am learning recall and am ok with no distractions but right now I would still choose to go investigate anything else that is going on.
I can definitly be a couch potato just as much of a snuggle bug and like to play once I am comfortable with you. I am a good housemate and usually just mind my own business, I like to sleep in my free time, or watch tv with my foster dad.
I don’t mind having my teeth or ears cleaned but it's definitely not my favorite thing to do. I am okay taking my pain medication because I know it helps me but I'm still going to try to avoid it if I can.
​
In the car I am usually fairly calm but due to being a larger girl I need room to keep my balance and will only lay down or sit when exhausted from the adventure we are coming back from. I don't really like being left home alone, I won't touch anything in the house and I don't really like the crate so I hope I don't have to go back in one.
I do not counter surf but will always eat what you give me. Toys are kind of weird, I don't really know what to do with them yet; I am just starting to figure out chasing a ball can be fun though!
I will answer to sit, down, wait, up and look and know I can keep learning things if you teach me! I am very food motivated! I might let out a few barks when someone is at the door but other than that I don't really bark. When they come in the house I will sniff and try to jump to say hi!
Are you my forever home?

My adoption fee is a $350 donation to help save more dogs like me. I will be spayed, vaccinated and microchipped as soon as the vets are open for business and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at 
https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 14th - 21st, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 251 (194, 234, 166, 150) *377
Sold:  132  (120, 112, 131, 98) *227
Sale To Listing Ratio: 53% (62%, 48%, 65%, 65%) *60%
Price Changes: 61 (70, 55, 56, 70) *145
Listings that went conditional/pending: 195 (169, 164, 125, 112)  *266
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 38 (40, 104, 32, 58) *61
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,115 (2,086, 2,100, 2,135, 2,134) +3,421
Absorption Rate in weeks:  17 (18, 19, 19, 19) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,039 (1,099, 1,113, 1,139, 1,141) *1,904
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $377,260 ($371k,$359k,$362k,$351k) *$348k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $373,341 ($368k,$351k,$355k,$250k) *$342k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99%  (99%, 98%, 98%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $323,700 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$320,000 ($320k,$319k,$320k,$320k)*$295k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 63 (60, 61, 45, 47) *52

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  153 (148, 152, 154, 141) *267
Average Condo Listing Price:  $274,431 ($255k $351k, $286k, $329k) *$250k
Average Condo Selling Price: $270,606 ($247k, $339k, $273k, $315k) *$246k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (97%, 97%, 96%, 96%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $265,000 ($269k, $267k, $260k,$260k) *$246k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $259,400 ($263k, $261k, $255k, $255k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 68 (54, 40, 40, 84)*37

Active Vacant Lots: 693 (707, 717, 717, 721) *955

Market Rant
You could tell this week that there was something different in the air, perhaps renewed optimism. Although minimal, people have noticed that the market here is starting to loosen up a bit, with sellers finally returning to market. Because of this, there was finally a gain of inventory this week after several weeks of declining numbers. Condos gained a few new listings this week, but it's hard to tell exactly how there was a gain this week beings that both vacant land and single family homes reduced in volume this week. Must be down to the weekly churn, which did see a sizeable addition of new listings this week creating a positive happening for our market. After many weeks of seller reluctancy to come to market, it's really nice to see them start to return after great management by the province and newly implemented protocol throughout  the industry. I'm sure this is also welcome news to the plethora of buyers out there waiting to get into a home, finally. Still quite competitive out there though, but the hope is that with the loosening restrictions, more sellers will come to market which will relieve some of the pressure currently felt throughout the city. Still quite a distance from the market that settled in at this time last year, but it is improving, which is a good sign. Really, the market was awesome before COVID and the fear was that it would simply cease all together, or create some sort of 180 effect. Now, a few months into this thing and the market hasn't really skipped a beat, which has been a bit surprising to many individuals, including myself. Maybe there's a change on the horizon, so stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the changing market! Thanks for stopping by! 

Hello there! My name is Bella, I am almost 2 years old, I am a female pittie mix and I weigh around 50lbs. I am a local surrender and am ready to find my forever home! 

​My foster mom has been trying to build my confidence with people. I do tend to bark at all humans because strangers make me anxious but once I know you are safe we will be good 

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 7th - 14th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 194 (234, 166, 150, 139) *351
Sold:  120  (112, 131, 98, 104) *203
Sale To Listing Ratio: 62% (48%, 65%, 65%, 75%) *58%
Price Changes: 70 (55, 56, 70, 42) *181
Listings that went conditional/pending: 169 (164, 125, 112, 110)  *232
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 40 (104, 32, 58, 68) *56
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,086 (2,100, 2,135, 2,134, 2,155) +3,375
Absorption Rate in weeks:  18 (19, 19, 19, 17) *17

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,099 (1,113, 1,139, 1,141, 1,155) *1,897
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $371,338 ($359k,$362k,$351k,$352k) *$367k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $368,811 ($351k,$355k,$250k,$345k) *$359k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99%  (98%, 98%, 99%, 98%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $319,900 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$299k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$319,900 ($319k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$292k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 60 (61, 45, 47, 37) *44

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  148 (152, 154, 141, 143) *260
Average Condo Listing Price:  $255,288 ($351k, $286k, $329k, $235k) *$317k
Average Condo Selling Price: $246,588 ($339k, $273k, $315k,$230k) *$311k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (97%, 96%, 96%, 98%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $269,000 ($267k, $260k,$260k, 255k) *$248k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $263,000 ($261k, $255k, $255k, $253k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 54 (40, 40, 84, 8) *43

Active Vacant Lots: 707 (717, 717, 721, 730) *943

Market Rant
Another week of inventory reduction has widened the gap significantly from last year at this time, to an almost 1300 unit difference. Just when things started to look up regarding the inventory and potential gain, this week slides back to report a sub 200 stat. Buyer activity this week didn't wain at all though, which is contributing to the ever shrinking options, but the largest factor remains seller reluctancy to come to market. After a quick rise of the absorption rate in the wake of the pandemic, the combination of minimal listings and fast sales has turned that stat around after more than a month of gain. You would think there would also be stress cracks in other areas like sale values, or the need to adjust prices, or even how long properties are staying on market, but that's simply not the case. Many buyers thought that COVID-19 would be the cooler to allow them to take advantage of the lack of competition, which just hasn't been the case yet, based on lack of property availability. Going into the state of emergency we had been sat in a sellers market in many areas of the municipality for over a year, and were poised to continue that trend (although there were signs of slowing). To this point, we are still well seated in a sellers market, with no real sign of it letting up anytime soon, for now anyways. Stay tuned to the blog to keep a watchful eye on our ever changing market here in Halifax, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hi Angels, I'm Bernie. I am an approx 10 yr old, 6.5lb terrier mix and I came all the way from Texas a few weeks ago to find my forever home.

I was quite sick shortly after I arrived but now that I am better, my foster mom says my little personality is really coming out. I am a sweet senior fella who enjoys a good ear rub and the occasional butt scratch. I trot behind my foster mom most of the time and have adopted her as my person. I am fine home alone and will do my business outside but I do not yet go to the door to ask to be let out, but I will hold it, so you must be mindful to take me outside periodically. I have had very few accidents lately.

I tolerate my foster fur siblings but their playful noises and antics seem to bring out my grumpy old man personality so I'd definitely prefer to be your one and only. I do not like sudden movements such as jumping, kicking or running. I will bark and become upset, so a home without small children is best too. I have not met any cats but again sudden movements and loud noises upset me so probably not ideal. Other loud noises upset me as well, such as the vacuum, electric mixer and blender. I will bark loudly and often when you even go near them.

I also do not like when the other dogs come near my food so I sometimes prefer to eat in my kennel. My kennel is my safe space and I like to have one available but may not need a safe space in a much quieter home. My kennel is always left open for me to enter or exit at my leisure.

I will let you pick me up but I don't really love it and find it very awkward to get comfortable. I'm ok once up but I definitely won't ask to be picked up. I don't mind leash walks but I only have one speed. Slow. I will sometimes sleep with the 12 yr old human but sometimes I'm just as content to sleep alone. If we have to go somewhere in the car, I'm content to just lay back on the seat. I tolerate baths but not my favorite thing. I may need my face washed after I eat, sometimes I get food in my beard. Toys? Pffft, I got no use for them. If I do feel like playing, your hand will do just fine. 

I may not be able to make it onto the couch or up the stairs without help, but I still consider myself a "big dog". My little tail is always wagging when I see my foster mom (or food) and I am generally a happy little dude. I will even sometimes do spins.

I've had dental done while here but 2 teeth could not be removed without breaking my jaw. They cleaned them up really, really well and hope they won't be an issue later on in life but can't guarantee. If so I will probably need to see a dental specialist. This is something you will have to keep a watchful eye on as I do have a condition where my palate extends further into my throat than should so infections in my mouth are extra hard for me. I also have a grade 2/6 heart murmur but they say that's common for my age and breed. 

If I sound like the doggy for your family..

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at  https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.​

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of  April 30th - May 7th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 234 (166, 150, 139, 180) *401
Sold:  112  (131, 98, 104, 119) *209
Sale To Listing Ratio: 48% (65%, 65%, 75%, 66%) *52%
Price Changes: 55 (56, 70, 42, 45) *177
Listings that went conditional/pending: 164 (125, 112, 110, 120)  *261
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 104 (32, 58, 68, 53) *62
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,100 (2,135, 2,134, 2,155, 2,195) +3,300
Absorption Rate in weeks:  19 (19, 19, 17, 15) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,113 (1,139, 1,141, 1,155, 1,184) *1,878
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $358,596 ($362k,$351k,$352k,$337k) *$350k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $351,187 ($355k,$250k,$345k,$336k) *$344k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98%  (98%, 99%, 98%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $319,900 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$299k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$318,750 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$318k)*$290k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 61 (45, 47, 37, 51) *59

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  152 (154, 141, 143, 142) *261
Average Condo Listing Price:  $350,475 ($286k, $329k, $235k, $309k) *$276k
Average Condo Selling Price: $338,750 ($273k, $315k,$230k, $303k) *$272k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (96%, 96%, 98%, 98%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $267,000 ($260k,$260k, 255k, $258k) *$245k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $261,000 ($255k, $255k, $253k, $254k) *$239k
Average Days on Market Condos: 40 (40, 84, 8, 12) *46

Active Vacant Lots: 717 (717, 721, 730, 740) *934

Market Rant
Gaining momentum! After a few weeks of subpar new listing entries, this week witnessed the return to average offerings. Certainly not as good as last year at this time, especially since we should be in the peak of listing season, but things are anything but usual at the moment. Sales slipped a bit this week but still doing quite well given the current market environment, and the surge of buyer activity this week should impact that stat a week or two down the road. As mentioned, buyers were quite active this week after a few weeks of mediocre performance, which might be helped along by the loosened restrictions and adoption of new viewing protocols to carry on with property transactions. With a touch of comfort given by the various transaction players the pubic seems to be back on board with continuing property sales, and with talks of even more restrictions being loosened by the end of the month, a surge is expected. When that does happen, buyers and sellers coming to, or returning to the market will likely be a bit surprised what is waiting for them. As the inventory continues to shrink and buyer activity resuming, it seems that the sellers market may take a stronger hold over HRM, but we still have awhile to gauge the overall impact of COVID-19. Stay tuned to the blog to find out! Thanks for stopping by! 

Hi everyone! My name is Lihilihi (pronounced lee-lee), I am a 2 year old, 15lbs Chihuahua mix girl. I came all the way from Hawaii and am full of love and excited to find my furever home!

I am very leery of any new males in my life, adults or kids. I growl and bark to try and keep them away but nothing more than that. I LOVE my human foster sister, she is 5 years old and we cuddle all the time but like I said even the male kids seem scarier. 

I haven't come across any cats yet but I may be a bit too curious for them. I really like small dogs my size but big dogs are a bit scary to me. 

I am not used to the cold yet and need a little help with my potty training. I do better on warmer days and will sometimes use pee pads but I need some patience. 

I love going on walks and I even like going for car rides! My foster family gives me yummy food when I'm good so I try to do my best! I do have quite a bit of energy, I've started playing with toys now and playing with my fur sibling helps as well! 

When foster mom starts to sing I howl along with her, I'm assuming she wants it to be a duet anyway right? I have also been told I'm a kangaroo because I can jump so high when I'm excited! 

I have been left home alone and I am not destructive. One of my favorite things to do is snuggle with my humans!

Are you my forever home?! ❤

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of  April 16th - 23rd, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 166 (150, 139, 180, 196) *378
Sold:  131  (98, 104, 119, 140) *197
Sale To Listing Ratio: 65% (65%, 75%, 66%, 71%) *52%
Price Changes: 56 (70, 42, 45, 47) *171
Listings that went conditional/pending: 125 (112, 110, 120, 116)  *273
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 32 (58, 68, 53, 84) *121
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,135 (2,134, 2,155, 2,195, 2,194) +3,268
Absorption Rate in weeks:  19 (19, 17, 15, 14) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,139 (1,141, 1,155, 1,184, 1,177) *1,828
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $362,307 ($351k,$352k,$337k,$349k) *$356k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $354,897 ($250k,$345k,$336k,$346k,) *$348k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98%  (99%, 98%, 99%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $319,900 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$250k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$319,900 ($320k,$320k,$318k,$315k)*$287k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 45 (47, 37, 51, 47) *53

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  154 (141, 143, 142, 142) *379
Average Condo Listing Price:  $285,966 ($329k, $235k, $309k, $265k) *$273k
Average Condo Selling Price: $273,416 ($315k,$230k, $303k, $264k,) *$266k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 96% (96%, 98%, 98%, 99%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $259,900 ($$260k, 255k, $258k, $253k) *$248k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $255,000 ($255k, $253k, $254k, $250k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 40 (84, 8, 12, 61) *60

Active Vacant Lots: 717 (721, 730, 740, 740) *931

Market Rant
Business as usual as it can be? Not the numbers we are used to seeing around this time of year, but there are glimmers of the Spring market shining through this week. New listings had a bit of a comeback this week, as well as overall sales stats. We also had an uptick in buyer activity this week, although marginal, but the stats this week are saying that real estate here in Halifax has not come to a full stop. If anything, with the new protocols and safety measures that many brokerages have undertaken, it has provided a sense of comfort to the would be sellers and buyers wading through these times of uncertainty. Once the restrictions begin to loosen, things will start to carefully return to a new normal, but just like going to Costco, there will be new measures that the public will face when buying or selling property for the foreseeable future. Many of these new protocols have been adopted across the brokerages in the city, but the great thing is that the public has been very receptive if not expectant of these new safety measures. It's not the environment to get out there and "peruse" the inventory, but at least the adaption has allowed for people looking for that change an option. I've noticed the itch to get out has become a bit more obvious lately, but this is the most critical time to adhere to the instructions we have been given. In the military, we had a very real, and silent enemy, and a saying that accompanied it: "complacency kills'. It's when you let your guard down in a dangerous situation that things can get out of hand, so it's best to stay vigilant and steadfast, even when things get tough. Stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hello, I’m Diana! I am an approximately 1.5 year old Pit / Lab mix girl. I came all the way from Texas with 30 of my friends to find my forever home! I am currently being fostered in Nova Scotia.

I have loved every human I’ve met, my fosters say I’m super sweet. I do get a little overly excited on walks when I see other dogs or people to meet, but I am working on it! I’m completely house trained, and crate trained! I have been known to get into things I shouldn’t, but since I’m good in a crate, I’ll be ok while you’re gone for a bit. I would like someone who isn’t gone all day, as I do have lots of energy to burn!

I know basic commands like “sit”, “down” and “no”. I’ve been told I have extremely good table manners; after I attempt to sniff and you tell me “no” or “down” I will just lay at your feet the whole meal with very minimal begging. I love to be near my humans and love activity. I am a fairly high energy pup so having a fenced yard to play in would be extremely beneficial for me! I don’t do that well in apartments unless you take me for multiple walks a day. 

I am highly treat and food motivated and am a fast learner. I am excellent on the leash once we get comfortable with each other but can pull if I get excited. Because I’m easily excited, a house with older children would be best; I don’t want to hurt anyone! I need a strong leader who knows how to tell me no. I have tried being dominant in the past, but my current foster mom says I have been good in her home. 

I’ve been in a foster home with a cat - but I got a little too interested in them, a home without them is recommended as I play too rough; the same probably goes for small dogs. I am good with my current foster siblings, I love to play with them. I’m good with dogs my size and a bit smaller. I have shown dominance issues in the past, but my foster mom says I’ve been good lately!

At night I have been sleeping in my crate, and won’t cry once you put me in while your winding down for the night; and you are the last thing I see before I fall asleep. I truly love my people that much. 

I am really good in the car and love being the co-pilot (from the backseat). I love adventures and have been to the beach. I would really benefit from an active family. 

My foster family says I am a truly outgoing, friendly, loving and happy pup that would complete any home. All I want to do is be loved and love you back. 

My ideal day would be one where I could spend it with my human doing anything from going on fun hikes or adventures to playing fetch in the backyard.

Please submit an application and tell my rescuers you want to bring me home with you! I am spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://www.salcars.ca/adopt. 

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to my rescuers to help save more doggies like me!

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of  April 16th - 23rd, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 150 (139, 180, 196, 215) *329
Sold:  98  (104, 119, 140, 158) *206
Sale To Listing Ratio: 65% (75%, 66%, 71%, 74%) *63%
Price Changes: 70 (42, 45, 47, 75) *139
Listings that went conditional/pending: 112 (110, 120, 116, 156)  *186
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 58 (68, 53, 84, 66) *69
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,134 (2,155, 2,195, 2,194, 2,189) +3,312
Absorption Rate in weeks:  19 (17, 15, 14, 13) *18

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,141 (1,155, 1,184, 1,177, 1,163) *1,860
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $351,330 ($352k,$337k,$349k,$369k) *$336k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $349,536 ($345k,$336k,$346k,$367k) *$329k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99%  (98%, 99%, 99%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $319,900 ($320k,$320k,$316k,$315k)*$290k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$319,900 ($318k,$315k,$315k,$315k)*$283k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 47 (37, 51, 47, 36) *65

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  141 (141, 143, 142, 142) *257
Average Condo Listing Price:  $329,214 ($235k, $309k, $265k, $301k) *$243k
Average Condo Selling Price: $314,571 ($230k, $303k, $264k, $300k) *$236k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 96% (98%, 98%, 99%, 99%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $259,900 ($255k, $258k, $253k, $260k) *$246k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $255,000 ($253k, $254k, $250k, $254k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 84 (8, 12, 61, 20) *65

Active Vacant Lots: 715 (721, 730, 740, 740) *936

Market Rant
We may have hit a reaction balance since this state of emergency has taken effect, but it will likely be a few more weeks until that is confirmed. We are starting to see reoccurring reports as we trudge on, and it's not as dismal as one may think. There was a slight increase of new listings compared to last week, but still under half of what was reported last year at this time. Sales held steady around the 100 mark, which again reports under half of the reported sales from last year. Buyer activity, as tracked by the conditional/pending stat, held steady again this week, with only slight variation in the last month or so. That is a bit surprising since property selection is scarce, and even less selection this week. Overall inventory took another drop this week despite the slightly elevated new listing count, but as you will see from the sales to list ratio, sales still have the favour. One indicator of how a market is trending is the absorption rate. Sometimes taking weeks, or even months to change, but it can show the strength or weakness of the current market environment. Flashback to just a month ago and you will find the lowest absorption rate ever tracked on the blog, but in 4 short weeks, 6 weeks of padding was added to that stat, which is the fastest gain I have ever seen. Again, unique times, so there are expectations. The good news is that things are still slowly moving, although a crawl, and those persistent enough can still maneuver through the market for now. All we can do is wade at this point and continue to respect the boundaries set forth by the government. I imagine increased market activity will coincide with the release of some of the restrictions, but it's anyones guess when that will be. For now, it's business not so usual. Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

Hi guys! My name is Denek and I am a 3 year old, chihuahua mix 7lb boy. I came from Texas a few weeks ago and am ready to find my forever home! 

I am a fun loving little guy who loves to play with toys and sometimes I will let you know when its play time by jumping around all over you or chewing on your hand. If you have other doggies I will play all day with them, if they let me. I haven't been around cats but if they will play with me, I am sure we will get along.

On the flipside, I love to get belly rubs, snuggles, be held, carried around and my favourite; giving mouth kisses when least expected. When you go to bed please take me with you, I need help getting up on the bed and I love to sleep under the blankets with you. In the morning you may even find me down by your feet under there, as I like to explore.

When we go for walks, you may notice I prance about and will keep trying to get you to pick me up. My foster Mom ignores me when I do this and keeps on walking with me, but we don't go far anyway, just around the block is good for me.

I know my name, but don't always listen too well. I just get so excited about having fun. I also will beg for food, all food, any food? You may need to work with me more on that or I will try to even get it out of your mouth. That is a no no.

When it is time to go potty please stay with me, I will not go outside without you for a while. I am house trained, as long as you take me our regularly and remind me too go pee pee then I won't have accidents.

I really don't like being alone at all! I will cry and whine constantly. I would prefer a home that has someone home most of the time or takes me with them. When I am in the car, I will try to be with you, so if you are my person and drive you may need to get a doggy seat belt. I just really like being with my person.

Heads up, men scare me and new people. I may bark at them and tuck my tail. In time, I will allow pets and snuggles, but I tend to pick one person to be with and stick with them like glue.

Does it sound like you're my forever family? 

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of  April 9th - 16th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 139 (180, 196, 215, 301) *359
Sold:  104  (119, 140, 158, 182) *232
Sale To Listing Ratio: 75% (66%, 71%, 74%, 60%) *64%
Price Changes: 42 (45, 47, 75, 84) *135
Listings that went conditional/pending: 110 (120, 116, 156, 214)  *250
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 68 (53, 84, 66, 58) *73
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,155 (2,195, 2,194, 2,189, 2,184) +3,233
Absorption Rate in weeks:  17 (15, 14, 13, 13) *18

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,155 (1,184, 1,177, 1,163, 1,155) *1,798
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $351,754 ($337k,$349k,$369k,$359k) *$323k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $345,285 ($336k,$346k,$367k,$357k) *$316k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98%  (99%, 99%, 99%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $319,900 ($320k,$316k,$315k,$315k)*$290k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$317,500 ($315k,$315k,$315k,$310k)*$284k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 37 (51, 47, 36, 43) *60

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  141 (143, 142, 142, 146) *252
Average Condo Listing Price:  $234,533 ($309k, $265k, $301k, $348k) *$251k
Average Condo Selling Price: $229,833 ($303k, $264k, $300k, $351k) *$242k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (98%, 99%, 99%, 100%) 96%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $255,000 ($258k, $253k, $260k, $255k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $253,050 ($254k, $250k, $254k, $249k) *$245k
Average Days on Market Condos: 8 (12, 61, 20, 56) *69

Active Vacant Lots: 721 (730, 740, 740, 735) *926

Market Rant
Well that's not something you see around this time of year... a good chunk fall from the overall inventory. Usually this time of year kicks off the listing season and properties start to pour onto the market week to week, but that is not the case. I mean, there is a pandemic going on, so I guess that may have something to do with it. Sellers appear quite hesitant to approach the market right now, just look at the measly amount of new listings, over 200 fewer than last year at this time! Buyer activity is way down as well, but with fewer listings to choose from there is bound to be fewer sales naturally. With scarce products to snap up, buyer activity will report short of the mark, even though there are still plenty of buyers out there looking. Speaking from personal experience, I was involved in two separate multiple offer situations this week, one that ended up receiving 7+ offers on it, so buyer activity is certainly not in short supply. Properties have been, and continue to be, even in our current environment. As an industry, we have begun to adapt, and there will certainly be more changes to service offerings and the way business is conducted, I know I have revamped mine. More and more listings (the ones that are coming to market) are offering enhanced viewing options, and video tours to make sure the potential buyer has seen the home without seeing it. Some have even gone onto mention that showings will not be confirmed until the buyer prospect has watched the tour, just to lessen traffic through homes. Additional sanitary measures and compliance protocol become more upfront as agents continue to adapt to the new environment in hopes of protecting client, themselves and public alike. At this point, if you are involved in purchasing or selling property right now, you should expect to be subjected to additional precautions and screening, and certainly question if you aren't. The general market attitude right now is cautious, but there is also a continuous string of buyers hoping for opportunity, it's a complicated mix. Stay healthy, stay safe, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hello! My name is Jasmine and I’m a 45lb, 5 year old Boxer mix. I came from Texas a few weeks ago and I'm ready to find my forever home now! 

On average, it takes 100 shares and 100 likes for a dog to find a home! Can you help me find my happy forever after?!

I love people of all ages! I enjoy cuddling on the couch with my people. I do jump up so I can be closer to my human but am working on it. I will not jump on the small people though, I am very gentle with them!

I have 4 furry foster sister of all sizes and get along with them all but I don't like when they come into my space when food is involved! No cats for me either, they are so fun to chase and I just can’t help myself. 

I am not a puller if we go for a walk but I can be leash reactive if we pass other dogs along our way. I love the car. I’m learning what toys are and stuffed animals are to cuddle with. I am a quick learner and food motivated so I'm willing to learn tricks if you'll help teach me! 

I am almost completely housetrained, with only a few accidents. I was a stray on the streets but I’m learning fast that I have to do my business outside.

I am crate trained when home alone but may not need this in the future as I learn house rules. At night, in bed with my people or on the couch is fine by me! 

I’m such a good girl and really want to please my people, being with them is my favourite thing. 

Please consider giving me a furever home ❤️

My adoption fee is a $350 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://www.salcars.ca/adop

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of  April 2nd - 9th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 180 (196, 215, 301, 336) *363
Sold:  119  (140, 158, 182, 158) *168
Sale To Listing Ratio: 66% (71%, 74%, 60%, 47%) *46%
Price Changes: 45 (47, 75, 84, 55) *141
Listings that went conditional/pending: 120 (116, 156, 214, 224)  *246
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 53 (84, 66, 58, 73) *54
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,195 (2,194, 2,189, 2,184, 2,169) +3,221
Absorption Rate in weeks:  15 (14, 13, 13, 14) *21

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,184 (1,177, 1,163, 1,155, 1,147) *1,802
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $336,741 ($349k,$369k,$359k,$393k) *$328k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $336,042 ($346k,$367k,$357k,$390k,) *$337k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99%  (99%, 99%, 99%, 99%) *103%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $319,900 ($316k,$315k,$315k,$315k)*$290k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$315,000 ($315k,$315k,$310k,$310k)*$285k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 51 ( 47, 36, 43, 59) *54

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  143 (142, 142, 146, 137) *251
Average Condo Listing Price:  $308,554 ($265k, $301k, $348k, $370k) *$319k
Average Condo Selling Price: $303,336 ($264k, $300k, $351k, $376k) *$322k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (99%, 99%, 100%, 101%) 101%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $257,450 ($253k, $260k, $255k, $251k) *$248k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $254,000 ($250k, $254k, $249k, $248k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 12 (61, 20, 56, 78) *76

Active Vacant Lots: 730 (740, 740, 735, 743) *918

Market Rant
That's the lowest average days on market for condo's I have seen yet! Mind you, there was just shy of a dozen condo dales this week, but they averaged a measly 12 days on market! about three weeks into the State of Emergency, so we are starting to see the carry over momentum finally start to wain. New listings are about half of what they were at this time last year, which seems to be the biggest change, and buyers appear to purchasing still, but that activity is also about half of what it was at this time last year too. I imagine the Premier's plea of "stay the blazes home" has resounded with the good folks of Halifax, but there are still some of those that are out hunting for a property despite the request. Some may see the situation as an opportunity to get into a property without as much competition, which might be enticing so those who have lost out in the market before COVID-19. Perhaps there are those that simply need to purchase a home, and can't wait out the shut in orders. In any case, property is still moving, although it much less volume, especially around this time of year. Usually, April is the beginning of the busiest time of year on the market, but we are 9 days into April and we are barely matching the numbers from last week. To be expected though, and I do think this will get worse before it gets better, but I also think the longer it takes to figure out how to get things to a new normal, the longer the recovery will be. In the end of all things though, life is more important than some bricks and mortar, so to speak, so whatever it takes! Stay safe everyone, and thanks for stopping by! 

Meet Wolverine! He was living w/ adults + 2 kids. Good with cats.
Curious and playful with dogs (big and small).
Amicable and vocal with strangers. Pulls on leash (freedom harness helps). Wolverine is curious, playful, active, excitable, vocal and affectionate! He is docile in the house and is crate trained (he can whine/cry when left alone but is mostly calm).  No resource guarding noted. He is a glutton with treats and loves to talk!

This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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