Meet your Kilkenny celebrity – the 2025 Kilkenny Nose of Tralee, Bridie.
Name Bridie
County Kilkenny
Age 4
Breed Hungarian Vizsula
Special Skill Being a Menice
Favourite food Lamb & Sausages
Favourite Toy Sloithar
Favourite Place to Sleep Cosy Cave Bed
Favourite Activity Swimming
Favourite Place to go for a Walk/Hangout The local woods or Riverbank
Most mischievous thing you have ever done Ate dozens of my beds
How did you come into your owner’s life? Bought as an adorable puppy
What makes you the most pawtastic pet ever? I’m the biggest goofball.
Why did you decide to enter the Nose of Tralee? Saw it on line and thought why not!!!
How did you prepare for the contest and get votes? Got photos in her Nose Sash in beautiful locations and posted on line. Asked everyone I know to vote for her and tormented people🤣🤣🙊🙊🙊
What did you enjoy most about the Nose of Tralee? Great meeting people and taking photos
What advice would you give to the next Nose of your County? Get out plenty and have leaflets with a direct link to vote.
How are you handling your newfound fame? She loves it. Extra treats and rubs.
If you could be any superhero who would you be? SuperTed
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.
