Puppuccinos, designer collars, pooch massages… Monaco’s four-legged VIPs were treated to a day of relaxation this week as the Metropole Shopping Monte-Carlo hosted Metro Paw, an exclusive canine experience. The unique event offered luxury shopping, gourmet treats, and even spa services for the Principality’s pampered pooches.
Valérie Gallet, general director of the Métropole Shopping and organiser of Metro Paw, created the magical outing specifically for Monaco’s beloved pets. The multi-level experience began on the upper floor, where pups could socialise and enjoy playtime in a specially installed ball pit. With tails wagging and eyes bright, the puppies bounded around until happily exhausted.
Meanwhile, their human companions browsed high-quality pet attire while enjoying refreshments themselves. A photo booth offered the perfect opportunity for pets and owners to capture memories of their special day out.
Following playtime, paw prints painted on the floor guided the canine guest’s downstairs, where spa therapists waited to deliver relaxing massages designed to release the everyday stresses of a dog’s life in Monaco. While their furry friends were being pampered, owners filled shopping bags with gourmet meals and received expert advice on pet health and training. They were also given the opportunity to donate to pet associations and even consider a new addition to their pet family.
To conclude their day of luxury, each pup received a complimentary puppuccino, with some departing proudly wearing new designer collars to show-off on their next stroll through the city.
The event, held at the Metropole Shopping Monte-Carlo from 26th to 27th February, 3pm to 6pm, is free to participate in and brings together massage therapists, osteopaths, designers and Cakes for Pets to showcase their services and connect with Monaco’s pet-loving community.
The event also supported worthy causes, with Rokethon and the SPA de Monaco accepting donations and showcasing adoptable pets, highlighting that some puppies are still waiting for their forever homes – and potentially, a puppaccino.
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Main photo credit: Kyriaki Topalidou, Monaco Life