Irish president’s dog Misneach soaks up last days in stately home
The curious pup captured the heart of a nation (Picture: President Michael D. Higgins)
When Irish President Michael D Higgins first took office in 2011, he made his love of dogs well-known to the public.
He first welcomed Shadow, a Bernese Mountain Dog, followed by Síoda and Bród.
The last of his pets, Misneach, is the only one remaining – and he’s enjoying his last few days of residency at Áras.
On Instagram, Higgins wrote: ‘Misneach and friends – including Rosie, Luna, Rollo and Teddy- have been enjoying his final few weeks in Áras an Uachtaráin.’
The Irish are preparing to bid farewell to Higgins, as the new President, Catherine Connolly, takes office later today.
Ireland is saying goodbye to Misneach, whose name means ‘courage’ in Irish.
Over the years, he’s been photographed by his master’s side as he greets, sniffs and licks businessmen and political leaders from around the world.
Misneach is enjoying his last few days at the Presidential home (Picture: President Michael D. Higgins)
Misneach means ‘courage, bravery or hope’ in Irish (Picture: President Michael D. Higgins)
Higgins previously said of his companions: ‘The dogs are not merely ice-breakers, they’re also a great source of wisdom.’
Misneach’s position as man’s best friend has seen him go viral a few times.
During one of Higgins’ speeches, he was spotted licking and nibbling his master’s hands.
Misneach has had a proper send-off; however, other Bernese Mountain dogs lined up to say goodbye to Higgins and Misneach as they drove off the other day.
In 2021, Misneach and his late brother, Brod, met Emmanuel Macron (Picture: PA)
Misneach has friends big and small (Picture: President Michael D. Higgins)
Misneach has reportedly already arrived at his new home in Galway, where Higgins will be living after his term ends today.
Well-wishers wrote on Instagram: ‘Aw, we’ll miss Misneach’s beautiful face, but he’s done the state some service and deserves a break.’
‘We’ll miss you, Misneach. Please ask your mum and dad to keep posting photos of you’re adventures so we can still see you,’ another wrote.
The incoming Irish President, Connolly, reportedly has two cats which will move with her into the Presidential home.
Though Misneach won’t be able to run through the fields of Áras anymore, we’re sure he’ll have a wonderful retirement with his devoted owner.
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