Meet your Fermanagh celebrity – the 2024 Fermanagh Nose of Tralee, Harley.
Name: Harley aka Herbie
County: Fermanagh
Age: 8 years old
Breed: Dachshund
Special Skill: Giving Mummy high fives
Favourite Food: Chicken bites, chicken nuggets, chicken slices, chicken goujons, or anything that has a hint of chicken in it.
Favourite Toy: My ball
Favourite Place to Sleep: Anywhere as long as it’s beside Mummy. But if I have to choose one it’s tucked into Mummy’s back in her bed.
Favourite Activity: Playing fetch with my ball, gathering sticks and chasing cats when I’m in my wheels.
Favourite Place To Go For A Walk/Hangout: Enniskillen Castle and then Neros for pupachino.
Most Mischievous Thing You Have Ever Done? Eating my brothers treats.
How Did You Come Into Your Owners Life? Mummy adopted me when my first Mummy passed away and I had to go to the rescue.
What Makes You The Most Pawtastic Pet Ever! I am just a normal little guy that has a disability. I’m full of energy and im so friendly and I always bring a smile to everyones face when they see me. I visit primary schools and nursing homes so they can all see how pawsome I really am.
Why Did You Decide To Enter The Nose Of Tralee? I wanted to highlight how important adopting from rescues is and how having a disability doesn’t mean you can’t have a fun life. I think I achieved both.
How Did You Prepare For The Contest And Get Votes? I asked for votes on social media and local businesses also advertised for me.
What Did You Enjoy Most About The Nose Of Tralee? Getting out and meeting all the new people and all the gifts and treats I received along the way.
What Advice Would You Give To The Next Nose Of Your County? Have fun and enjoy.
How Are You Handling Your New-Found Fame? I have always been famous around where I live and I handle it all very well. People always stop and want to talk to me. Even one day a man was driving slowly up the street and was looking at me and ran into the car in front of him. Me and Mummy walked on and pretended we didnt see it 🙈
If You Could Be Any Super Hero Who Would You Be? Mummy has always called me her wee Super Hero. But Batman would be cool and I could fly around and get to see the world from a great height instead of having short legs and always having to look up.
Where Can Your Fans Follow You Online? Instagram herbie.onwheels
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.
