Border-hopping cat from British Columbia has a fan following in two countries

A certain resident of South Surrey, B.C., is making friends and fans on both sides of the U.S.-Canada border for a reason that doesn’t generally make people happy — he crosses the international boundary frequently and flagrantly, with no regard for customs officials or paperwork.

That’s because Louis — full name Louis Vuitton, like the handbag — is a grey tabby cat. Described by owner Deb Tate as “a rescue kitty” and also “extremely friendly,” Louis lives in a home on Zero Avenue. As the name suggests...