Meet your Clare celebrity – the 2024 Clare Nose of Tralee.
Name Coco
County Clare
Breed Yorkshire terrier
Special skill is standing on back legs when the treats come out.
Favourite food is chicken of course.
Favourite toy any ball toy.
Favourite place to sit sleep is on the couch on his blanket.
Favourite activity is playing first thing in the morning.
Favourite place to hang out is on his Granny’s bed.
Most mischievous thing he’s done is stealing all our socks and chewing them until there’s holes all throughout them.
How did you come into your owner’s life? Coco came into my life when I was 9 years old. I had always wanted and asked for a puppy and my Mam (Coco’s Granny knew of someone who’s dog had puppies and they needed homes so she went to see them. Coco sat on her feet and she fell in love with him and brought him with her to pick me up from school.
What makes you the most pawtastic pet ever? Coco is the most perfect pet because he is the most loyal dog ever. Anytime we go anywhere he’s right behind us like a little shadow. He’s also extremely loving he’s always been a cuddly dog.
Why did you decide to enter the Nose of Tralee? I decided to enter him into the Nose of Tralee because I knew he was special and wanted others to see/know that too.
How did you prepare for the contest and get votes? I made him a Instagram to get a following and help him with votes through that. I also told anyone and everyone I could about the competition.
What did you enjoy most about the Nose of Tralee? The thing I enjoyed most about the nose of Tralee was all of the great friends that both Coco and I made through the competition.
What advice would you give to the next nose of your County? The advice I give to the next Clare Nose is too be friendly and social people love to support someone who’s genuine and just wanting to have a bit of fun and not take it too seriously.
If you could be any superhero who would you be? I think Coco would choose Spider-Man he’s got Peter Parker energy.
People can follow along Coco’s journey on his instagram @coco.theyorkie2024
Kate McQuillan is the co-founder of Pet Sitters Ireland, an award-winning pet sitting and dog walking company established in 2010 with her husband, Michael. Together, they support thousands of pet owners across Ireland with trusted, in-home pet care. With over 14 years of experience, Kate shares practical advice to help pet owners feel confident and prepared when it comes to their pet’s care.
