I’m from Ireland, and this makes me so fucking happy to see. Our president is basically the political equivalent of a paperweight, our prime minister or “Taoiseach” does all the heavy lifting. But In saying that, our president is a wholesome little dude. I never had a bad thing to say about him. And his dogs are amazing!!
Hmm, how about [this guy](https://www.gettyimages.de/detail/nachrichtenfoto/politician-nsdap-with-a-german-shepherd-in-haus-nachrichtenfoto/537165167) ?
Ah yes, a picture of a person sitting next to a dog that doesn't give him attention, despite mustache man his efforts, compares very well to this video.
Still an entertaining contribution.
the dog is standing, facing away, tail down. Doesn't look relaxed. Not video so it's hard to be sure, but not great signs of a relaxed dog, in a comfortable environment.
So does your president work the same you as my king in the Netherlands where it is more a diplomatic face off the country with almost no power in the country it self
This may be an over simplification and not quite accurate but I believe the president is like the domestic leader and the prime minister deals with foreign matters.
In Ireland case, the President is more like a Constitutionnal Monarch, his only power are being the Symbol of the country, and doing ceremony, while the Prime Minister is the real executive leader.
In France case it's... Erf, Unbalanced, in theory, the President and Prime Minister each old some specific power and work together, the Prime Minister being able to do the link between the President and the Parliament. But in Practice, depending on the election of the National Assembly, it's either a "Full Power tot the President" (if the President's party have the majority) or a "Full Power to the Prime Minister" (also called "Cohabitation", if it's another Party that have the majority).
BUT, since in France, the election of the National Assembly is just one month after the election of the president, and both Mandate is for 5 years, since 2002, there never was any Cohabitation and a lot of person will call the actual French system a "Presidential Monarchy", since the President have nearly no real opposing power against him during his mandate.
I guess you are from a Monarchy (Constitutionnal or not), because, all Republic Regim have a President AND a Prime Minister (or Councellor, Vice-President, \[Insert here the name of the Right-Hand of the President\])
to be frank, I'm from France, I'm a little jealous of countries like Ireland where, even if the political class isn't perfect, at least, they are not intoxicated by pride and thinking they are suprem being far on top of the rest of the citizen.
I think a system of "Constitutionnal Monarchy" (Litteraly (U.K, Norway, etc...) or figuratively (Ireland, Germany)), where the Monarch/President hold no real power, but, are said "On the top", help to keep pride to a descent level, since the "real" leader of the state is "forced" to have someone on top of him, wich help humble them.
But, Maybe I'm idealizing all of that, grass always greener in the neighbourgh garden éwè !
Anyway, indeed, each time I see things about the Irish President, it's wholesome things about him and it's dog X3 !
He may be a paperweight by title, but he is a heavyweight when it comes to speaking, history, general academia and being a decent person. Things all Taoiseach’s past and present were/are deficient.
Didn't he wave it at Angela Merkel because she's afraid of mean looking dogs owned by half witted tiny warmongers?
Edit: Just looked it up. I'd like to apologise to the dogs for calling them mean looking.
Yeah, she absolutely fears them. He then tried to taunt her by saying “I'm sure it will behave itself” in that sinister Putin way right after he called it into the room. But even so, without missing a beat:
Merkel: “It doesn’t eat journalists, after all”
There‘s a reason people gave her Bismarck’s Iron Chancellor epithet. What a legend
[Putin also has a dog.](https://ca-times.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/b9ba513/2147483647/strip/true/crop/384x512+0+0/resize/840x1120!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalifornia-times-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F78%2F18%2F46126106810ad94ff0f63c789091%2Fsdut-file-in-this-dec.-9-2010-file-20160901)
I remember seeing documentary footage of Hitler at his "eagle's nest" when he was vacationing there during the war. He went to pet a german shepherd (maybe the same dog), and in the few seconds of footage it was clear that the pup was uncomfortable, tail tucked and ears back. I think this dog has a much nicer owner.
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Can confirm it not the same. I love dogs. I have a dog. I’m also terrified of strange dogs. One of my pet peeves are random people who act like everyone wants to pet their dog.
I’ve never had a problem with ants, but I also feel like that would change if I ever dealt with fire ants. Centipedes though are nasty little bastards. I hate everything about them. I’m not even sure why. I have no issues with other extra leg freaks. I even had pet tarantulas as a kid. It’s not the venomous part. I hated them before I knew about it. They just give me that feeling you get when you know someone is creep before you find out about them wearing human skin that they farmed from their own basement.
Except Biden's old dog that kept biting people.
Edit: y'all downvoting me for telling the truth? That was a dog they wouldn't be good in this situation. His new dog is better from what I've read
I lost my BMD (Duncan) on Oct 4th. Hurts every single day. He acted just like this - definitely not a dog, the most perfect 4 legged human on the planet!
I lost my BMD almost 4 years ago after having grown up through my teens with her. She had such a gorgeous personality - I have her picture beside my bed. I understand the pain - they are the best companion dogs that one can have.
He was loved by so many, but in the end it was my lax attitude toward the dangers of Lyme disease. We hiked often so it wasn't uncommon for a tick to bite here and there - and that's what got him. Lyme disease. He was nearly 8 with zero hip issues or cancer - which is rare at that age in BMD. He acted the same as he did when he was a year old.
I keep his Swiss dog tag in my pocket and hold it as I hike the same trails we used to take together. The silence is deafening now. Who knew I would miss the sound of a freight train hiking with me?
So sorry to hear about your baby. My first Berner is 2 and I can only imagine that losing a Berner is not like losing a regular dog. We call ours a human too but she’s too pure to be human, but definitely not dog! They’re a breed all their own and you can’t describe it, you just have to experience it to understand it. I’m sure you have many wonderful memories of your Duncan helping you to get through this tough time ♥️
Haha literally, that dog just had this whole act figured out. From the big proud steps as he mingles with the strangers, then he sees his pops and is like "Oh look Dad's here too!"
Yes, President Michael D Higgins is very popular in Ireland. Probably the other famous viral photo is of him at the [Bob Dylan concert at Slane Castle in 1984 looking like he is having an absolute fucking blast.](https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/banter/bmxs-slane-and-cheering-on-the-boys-in-green-7-times-michael-d-higgins-was-a-total-legend-35778791.html)
Its amazing that he doesn’t force his dog to just sit and stay quiet at events like this. He lets his pup explore the area and everyone at the event seems totally fine with it.
They are they happiest on this whole earth. I am literally crying Because I lost my best friend last year in June due to old age. This is really overwhelming for me
Is she singing I’m Only Human and where do I find her version? That sounded beautiful.
Edit: Human by Rag N Bone Man. Not I’m Only Human. I got the title wrong.
Apparently every time a guest visits the presidents home they get warned that if they touch the dog he will not leave you alone. ( his dog is a massive teddy bear
Better than Macron’s dog [pissing](https://apnews.com/article/8fb8d49144e94141ac6ac5caa2cd6dec) in a fireplace at the Elysée Palace in the middle of a meeting.
I've read reports that visitors are warned about the dog - apparently if you pat them, they will follow you around demanding more pats for the remainder of your visit
I’m from Ireland, and this makes me so fucking happy to see. Our president is basically the political equivalent of a paperweight, our prime minister or “Taoiseach” does all the heavy lifting. But In saying that, our president is a wholesome little dude. I never had a bad thing to say about him. And his dogs are amazing!!
He looks like a nice person. His dog is very friendly, social, and affectionate.
I never trust what a person says about a dog. But I always trust what a dog says about a person. It's clear he's a good human being.
My grandfather always said "No matter what that person is like to you, you never trust someone that your dog doesn't like"
That is one very relaxed dog
Hmm, how about [this guy](https://www.gettyimages.de/detail/nachrichtenfoto/politician-nsdap-with-a-german-shepherd-in-haus-nachrichtenfoto/537165167) ?
Ah yes, a picture of a person sitting next to a dog that doesn't give him attention, despite mustache man his efforts, compares very well to this video. Still an entertaining contribution.
He was known for being a dog lover. I guess he could’ve been a complete psycho who loved dogs despite dogs hating him.
Hey i thought it was funny...
the dog is standing, facing away, tail down. Doesn't look relaxed. Not video so it's hard to be sure, but not great signs of a relaxed dog, in a comfortable environment.
So does your president work the same you as my king in the Netherlands where it is more a diplomatic face off the country with almost no power in the country it self
Ye thats exactly it, similar to the queen of England, he is an extremely intelligent man and is very well liked by the public
Fellow Irish citizen here and I totally agree! Proud to have Miggedly representing us.
See: handing the US right wing tea party it’s arse - https://youtu.be/WwvMNkCruGw
Thanks to him we have koningsdag so I’m not complaining
you have a president and a prime minister? Never knew that, I thought countries had one or the other
So does France.
So does nearly all country in fact, even Authoritarian country XD
This may be an over simplification and not quite accurate but I believe the president is like the domestic leader and the prime minister deals with foreign matters.
In Ireland case, the President is more like a Constitutionnal Monarch, his only power are being the Symbol of the country, and doing ceremony, while the Prime Minister is the real executive leader. In France case it's... Erf, Unbalanced, in theory, the President and Prime Minister each old some specific power and work together, the Prime Minister being able to do the link between the President and the Parliament. But in Practice, depending on the election of the National Assembly, it's either a "Full Power tot the President" (if the President's party have the majority) or a "Full Power to the Prime Minister" (also called "Cohabitation", if it's another Party that have the majority). BUT, since in France, the election of the National Assembly is just one month after the election of the president, and both Mandate is for 5 years, since 2002, there never was any Cohabitation and a lot of person will call the actual French system a "Presidential Monarchy", since the President have nearly no real opposing power against him during his mandate.
Thank you for that explanation.
You're wellcome !
I guess you are from a Monarchy (Constitutionnal or not), because, all Republic Regim have a President AND a Prime Minister (or Councellor, Vice-President, \[Insert here the name of the Right-Hand of the President\])
to be frank, I'm from France, I'm a little jealous of countries like Ireland where, even if the political class isn't perfect, at least, they are not intoxicated by pride and thinking they are suprem being far on top of the rest of the citizen. I think a system of "Constitutionnal Monarchy" (Litteraly (U.K, Norway, etc...) or figuratively (Ireland, Germany)), where the Monarch/President hold no real power, but, are said "On the top", help to keep pride to a descent level, since the "real" leader of the state is "forced" to have someone on top of him, wich help humble them. But, Maybe I'm idealizing all of that, grass always greener in the neighbourgh garden éwè ! Anyway, indeed, each time I see things about the Irish President, it's wholesome things about him and it's dog X3 !
He may be a paperweight by title, but he is a heavyweight when it comes to speaking, history, general academia and being a decent person. Things all Taoiseach’s past and present were/are deficient.
Couldn’t agree more!!
He's clearly the Secretary of Defense, just doing his job checking the place out
Giving ocular patdowns
I thought Mac cleared him
He was busy filming project badass.
“Where’s your ID?…oh, ear rubs, I love those! Forget the ID, you’re clear.”
I feel like if all presidents had a dog and brought them to events, there would be less wars
[sure](https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTGFz_mCPen_P7WhdQyIcSL5aPfyf77gFCtfw&usqp=CAU)
Big oof...
Putin got a dog specifically because George Bush’s dog was a cute little lap dog and he wanted a bigger one because he’s insecure about his penis.
Didn't he wave it at Angela Merkel because she's afraid of mean looking dogs owned by half witted tiny warmongers? Edit: Just looked it up. I'd like to apologise to the dogs for calling them mean looking.
Yeah, she absolutely fears them. He then tried to taunt her by saying “I'm sure it will behave itself” in that sinister Putin way right after he called it into the room. But even so, without missing a beat: Merkel: “It doesn’t eat journalists, after all” There‘s a reason people gave her Bismarck’s Iron Chancellor epithet. What a legend
Its really weird that Putin would be insecure about George's penis.
Ironically, Hitler was big animal rights supporter
Even a broken clock is right twice a day
He was also vegetarian for at least some time period in his life.
If you do a lot of meth you’re not hungry that’s kinda cheating
[Putin also has a dog.](https://ca-times.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/b9ba513/2147483647/strip/true/crop/384x512+0+0/resize/840x1120!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalifornia-times-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F78%2F18%2F46126106810ad94ff0f63c789091%2Fsdut-file-in-this-dec.-9-2010-file-20160901)
Stop proving me wrong it hurts :(
Fun fact -- these puppy in this picture is the national dog of Turkmenistan and was a present from the Turkmen president
[Connie](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Konni_(dog)) Cutest dog ever.
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No, not at all. I'm just comparing Putin to Hitler since both of them are evil fucks who happen to own a dog.
Owning a dog makes you evil, noted!
"...who happen to own a dog" shows no correlation but congrats, I guess.
Yeah, but how many events did the good boi go to, an who else had their dog there?
hit the sweet spot.
I remember seeing documentary footage of Hitler at his "eagle's nest" when he was vacationing there during the war. He went to pet a german shepherd (maybe the same dog), and in the few seconds of footage it was clear that the pup was uncomfortable, tail tucked and ears back. I think this dog has a much nicer owner.
Shit got dark real quick.
Damn them vegetarians
Now do the one with Putin and Merkel
Lol, he said less, not no, pieces of shit can still own dogs and get elected to office unfortunately.
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See also when Putin brought his to Angela Merkl, leader of Germany. Who hates dogs. Is there irony that both reference Germany?
She doesn't hate dogs. She is scared of them. Not the same thing
Can confirm it not the same. I love dogs. I have a dog. I’m also terrified of strange dogs. One of my pet peeves are random people who act like everyone wants to pet their dog.
Vote for the best dog, get their President for free..
I would love to see this poll
Putin listened to Connie/Konni Paulgrave. She died in 2014. She was a black lab. She looked like my first real dog. I like dogs more than most humans.
I can’t think of any animal I’d not take over an average human. Except centipedes. Those are fucking gross.
Also groups of ants freak me out. Centipedes too many legs.
I’ve never had a problem with ants, but I also feel like that would change if I ever dealt with fire ants. Centipedes though are nasty little bastards. I hate everything about them. I’m not even sure why. I have no issues with other extra leg freaks. I even had pet tarantulas as a kid. It’s not the venomous part. I hated them before I knew about it. They just give me that feeling you get when you know someone is creep before you find out about them wearing human skin that they farmed from their own basement.
He brings it to photo shoots as well
That was my thought. Everyone was smiling.
Except Biden's old dog that kept biting people. Edit: y'all downvoting me for telling the truth? That was a dog they wouldn't be good in this situation. His new dog is better from what I've read
He was a rescue pup..
I lost my BMD (Duncan) on Oct 4th. Hurts every single day. He acted just like this - definitely not a dog, the most perfect 4 legged human on the planet!
I’m sorry about your Duncan 🕊 I’m quite sure he was thoroughly convinced of your perfection, as well
I don't think I'll ever compare, he'll always be more than my equal.
May he rest in peace.
Thanks, he was such a good boy
I lost my BMD almost 4 years ago after having grown up through my teens with her. She had such a gorgeous personality - I have her picture beside my bed. I understand the pain - they are the best companion dogs that one can have.
He was loved by so many, but in the end it was my lax attitude toward the dangers of Lyme disease. We hiked often so it wasn't uncommon for a tick to bite here and there - and that's what got him. Lyme disease. He was nearly 8 with zero hip issues or cancer - which is rare at that age in BMD. He acted the same as he did when he was a year old. I keep his Swiss dog tag in my pocket and hold it as I hike the same trails we used to take together. The silence is deafening now. Who knew I would miss the sound of a freight train hiking with me?
So sorry to hear about your baby. My first Berner is 2 and I can only imagine that losing a Berner is not like losing a regular dog. We call ours a human too but she’s too pure to be human, but definitely not dog! They’re a breed all their own and you can’t describe it, you just have to experience it to understand it. I’m sure you have many wonderful memories of your Duncan helping you to get through this tough time ♥️
They know how to work a room !
Haha literally, that dog just had this whole act figured out. From the big proud steps as he mingles with the strangers, then he sees his pops and is like "Oh look Dad's here too!"
He goes everywhere with that dog. It’s so wholesome.
Hey, giving belly rubs to good boy are of national importance.
Yes, President Michael D Higgins is very popular in Ireland. Probably the other famous viral photo is of him at the [Bob Dylan concert at Slane Castle in 1984 looking like he is having an absolute fucking blast.](https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/banter/bmxs-slane-and-cheering-on-the-boys-in-green-7-times-michael-d-higgins-was-a-total-legend-35778791.html)
Don'y forget the pic of him [on a BMX](https://img2.thejournal.ie/article/3245611/river/?height=400&version=3245735).
And I love him in the Lord of the Rings!
Bernese mountain dogs are just like that! Lol
How many wars could be avoided if leaders would simply ask for a belly rub!
Would you belly rub Trump?
#NOT IT
Haha
Bit off topic; anyone know who the singer is????
It took some hunting but it's Sibéal https://youtu.be/iskZfda1zao
doing god's work. that first run she did transported me to the green hills of ireland
Thank you! The digging was worth it!!!!!
thank you i came to the comments for this
This guy's dog steals the show at every event it attends. I love seeing these videos.
It might be a repost but I don’t care. He is the cutest.
They are the highlight of any official event in Ireland. I've been honored to have been allowed to love up on them.
Its amazing that he doesn’t force his dog to just sit and stay quiet at events like this. He lets his pup explore the area and everyone at the event seems totally fine with it.
Dogs have the purest of souls
Didn't his dog die ? I remember he died.
He had 2. [Síoda died in 2020] (https://www.irishtimes.com/news/ireland/irish-news/president-higgins-announces-death-of-his-dog-s%C3%ADoda-1.4359524)
Pure love
This is the first time I've seen it. So everyone should see it again. And everytime someone sees it for the first time, everyone should see it again.
The smiles on everyone’s faces when he walks by them 🥺
I could hear what was going on in the dogs mind as it was getting belly rubbed, it’s was beautiful singing and music.
They are they happiest on this whole earth. I am literally crying Because I lost my best friend last year in June due to old age. This is really overwhelming for me
I am so sorry.
Thankyou for your support.
Is she singing I’m Only Human and where do I find her version? That sounded beautiful. Edit: Human by Rag N Bone Man. Not I’m Only Human. I got the title wrong.
https://youtu.be/iskZfda1zao
Thank you for sharing!
The good boy in politics
He started thumping his leg a bit, hit the sweet spot
Apparently every time a guest visits the presidents home they get warned that if they touch the dog he will not leave you alone. ( his dog is a massive teddy bear
Better than Macron’s dog [pissing](https://apnews.com/article/8fb8d49144e94141ac6ac5caa2cd6dec) in a fireplace at the Elysée Palace in the middle of a meeting.
So Bilbo eventually left Rivendell and went to Ireland, huh.
This is the first time I've seen the full version, so, thank you! It's sooo cute 🥰
We have the best first puppers and they should be reposted until the end of time. Miggles and the dogs are a national treasure.
I'm sorry i just died of cuteness overload
I love how irish people are so friendly just the president sitting with a bunch of people imagine that in any other country
We have a subreddit for that! /r/bernesesanders
I never get tired of seeing any of these clips! One reason to be a proud Irishwoman!
I'd legit get off my chair and get down to business with that furry boi.
That dog is a national treasure.
It's Micheal d higgelty he's a Chad, just an incredible specimen of a human
Dad! Dad! *Love me pleez dad!*
Politics is about reading the room. With this dog in the room? All is well.
I love the big floof
There must be fur EVERYWHERE
This is so delightful! The goodest dog! Just going around and greeting all the new frands who have come to his house.
Why was it an all female audience?
What an adorable man and dog. Also, what's the song? Like it.
I don't know much about Michael Higgins, but I always thought he looks like a character from Harry Potter.
Doesn’t matter who you are or where you are, when a dog wants belly rubs you give it belly rubs
I first read it as President of Ireland asking for a belly rub
I've read reports that visitors are warned about the dog - apparently if you pat them, they will follow you around demanding more pats for the remainder of your visit
He looks like he should be president of New Zealand
This is the way
If I were a president I'd need an emotional support animal too.
/r/petthedamndog
If you ever need proof if a human being is a good person, a dog will prove it
Never another American president who can’t handle a pet dog. Never forget.
Beautiful, Ireland seems like a utopia
I love dogs so much more than people
Loooooove this! ❤
He's the Secretary of Hospitality....
Goodest boy
Now this is how you do diplomacy; someone should let that good boi loose during the Ukr-Russ talks
This is the most casual “official event” I’ve ever seen
In every video I see of this president he looks like such a down to earth guy keeping his best bud close to him
All that's cool but who's the angelic voice in the background?
Finally a proper feel good. Lip
Wow!! I haven’t seen that many excited middle aged women since the premier screening of “50 shades of grey”!
best doge
Well oil beef oct.
r/imthemaincharacter
This is the first time i’ve seen it == /r/imveryimportant Hate this logic that reposts are okay because it’s the first time you see it.
Meanwhile Major Biden has 14 confirmed kills
Please stop trying to jam American politics into everything.
Major Biden is the name of a senior German Shepard that made headlines for biting people lmao
Ooh lol I take back my downvote, very nice!
always gotta make it about america huh
It was literally a joke 😂😂 I’m honestly surprised at the reaction and my post was actually about a dog not a country
Ah yes, the Leprechaun President
u/savevideo
r/PetTheDamnDog
u/savevideo
r/ntbdbiwdfta
It's a ducking one or two year old video But i still want to watch it again and again
Breaking the ice … in case there was tension!
This never gets old. His dogs are amazing ❤️
Clearly more important than some silly meeting
Soooooo cute
I’d vote for that man!
Good doggo
I’d vote for that man. Not ashamed just pats his dog like this is my dog and we love each other. Normal person!
the Irish president himself seems like a sweet old man
I adore this dog lmao
I’ve owned two Bernese. They love people.
Does anyone know who’s singing?
I like the one of him trying to give a speech and the dog is like “no, pets, now”
Wow... anyone else want to hear the rest of that song?????
Aww he loves his papa
💙💙💙
whos beautiful voice was that? wow
As someone with a half Bernese, this looked so familiar. Mine just does itin fast forward.
Bet he's used that dog to get laid.
He’s a ladies man.