Meet your Kilkenny celebrity – the 2024 Kilkenny Nose of Tralee, Jerry-Joe.
Name: Jerry-Joe
County: Kilkenny
Age: 3 1/2 years
Breed: Dachshund
Special Skill: Being loveable
Favourite Food: ALL!!!
Favourite Toy: My Maine Lobster Roll squeaky toy that mum and my sister brought back to me from the States.
Favourite Place to Sleep: Any one of my numerous beds. And mum’s bed.
Favourite Activity: Barking!!!
Favourite Place To Go For A Walk/Hangout: Back garden
Most Mischievous Thing You Have Ever Done? What haven’t I done?! (Mischievous is my middle name, after all.)
How Did You Come Into Your Owners Life? “My first dad found that owning a small business and me, was just too much. He couldn’t give me the attention that I demanded! He put a post on a dachshund resue page, and my (new) sister saw it. She and my mum rang dad, and the next thing I knew, he was taking me to Kilkenny. I was not friendly at first, nipping at who would become my new mum. But soon, we were best buddies! Dad comes from Dublin to visit me once in a while, and I’m glad to see him, but I know he handed me over to a good family who spoil me rotten!!”
What Makes You The Most Pawtastic Pet Ever! I am THE MOST loving dog ever!!! (when I want to be…)
Why Did You Decide To Enter The Nose Of Tralee? My sister had recently taken a particularly cute photo of me and decided on a whim to enter me. After all, I am the cutest!!!
How Did You Prepare For The Contest And Get Votes? My sister photobombed her social media with my pictures and videos asking everyone to vote for me. She also contacted a local reporter she knew and asked about writing an article about me.
What Did You Enjoy Most About The Nose Of Tralee? All the love from everyone who voted for me.
What Advice Would You Give To The Next Nose Of Your County? Have fun!!!!
How Are You Handling Your New-Found Fame? I am the same dog as before, my newfound fame has not gone to my head.
If You Could Be Any Super Hero Who Would You Be? “Jerry-Joe the flying dachshund!” (my sister wants to write a children’s book about me.)
Where Can Your Fans Follow You Online? My sister posts photos of me online, but I am still too young to have my own accounts.
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.
