Meet your Tipperary celebrity – the 2024 Tipperary Nose of Tralee, Ruby.
Name: Ruby
County: Tipperary
Age: 4
Breed: Cavalier King Charles
Special skill: My snoring – I snore extremely loud both awake and asleep
Favourite food: Royal Canin Food
Favourite toy: Smelly socks – the smellier, the better
Favourite place to sleep: My very own dog couch
Favourite activity: Sleeping and eating
Favourite place to go for a walk: Any beach
Most mischievous thing you have ever done: I once ran all the way down the road away from my owner in the snow. I didn’t realise it was the road because everything was so white!
How did you come into your owner’s life: I came into my owner’s life during covid, my sister and I were the only two left in the litter and my owner fell in love with me.
What makes you the most pawtastic pet ever: I’m incredibly gentle, friendly and simply the best!
Why did you decide to enter the Nose of Tralee: My brother Podge was the Tipperary Nose last year and had so much fun, so I decided it was my time to shine this year.
How did you prepare for the contest and get votes: My owner wrote articles about me and sent them for publication to local news outlets. She also shared the link to vote for me on social media and I visited lots of places in Tipperary.
What did you enjoy most about the Nose of Tralee: I loved making new friends and going to different places with my sash on.
What advice would you give to the next Nose of your county: Enjoy it all, it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity!
How are you handling your new-found fame: I’m loving the fame and all the extra attention.
If you could be any superhero who would you be: ‘The lickinator’ – with my pro-licking skills I’d spread joy and happiness where ever I go.
Where can your fans follow you online: You can follow myself and brother Podge on Instagram – podgeandruby2020
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.
