Meet your Mayo celebrity – the 2024 Mayo Nose of Tralee, Holly.
Name: Holly Dolly Power O’Toole
County: Mayo
Age: Approx 4.5 years
Breed: Saluki Lurcher
Special Skill: Getting as comfy as possible.
Favourite Food: Lobster
Favourite Toy: Harey Kane the Hare and Best Ball Ever
Favourite Place to Sleep: Between my mom and dad.
Favourite Activity: Zooming on the beach.
Favourite Place To Go For A Walk/Hangout: Old head beach in County Mayo.
Most Mischievous Thing You Have Ever Done? I am a really good girl so I never do anything bold but maybe I might have jumped on the kitchen counter the first week I moved into my forever home.
How Did You Come Into Your Owners Life? My pawrents found me at NWSPCA where I was living with the lovely Tom.
What Makes You The Most Pawtastic Pet Ever! I am first off a beauty queen and model but if I do say so myself I have the biggest heart and I am an absolute cuddlebug.
Why Did You Decide To Enter The Nose Of Tralee? Honestly my mom is crazy and it’s all down to her! We entered last year and had a great time so we were so excited to do it again this year.
How Did You Prepare For The Contest And Get Votes? I had a really nice photoshoot with my mom and dad and then we tried to spread the word throughout our family and friends.
What Did You Enjoy Most About The Nose Of Tralee? I loved the sash and the attention I got.
What Advice Would You Give To The Next Nose Of Your County? Be yourself and you’ll be Paw-some.
How Are You Handling Your New-Found Fame? We Saluki’s are very aloof and we just take it all in our stride so this was no different for a beauty queen like me.
If You Could Be Any Super Hero Who Would You Be? My mom says that I am a super hero so I like to be myself. Rescue dogs are superheroes!
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.
