Dublin Mural Pays Tribute To President's Late Dog Síoda

A mural paying tribute to President Michael D. Higgins' late dog Síoda has been erected in Dublin.

The mural, which depicts the President's pet as a saint, can now be spotted in Ringsend.

It includes the caption "Naomh Síoda madra na héireann".

 

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In honour of an absolute unit in the world of Irish diplomacy, Michael D’s late dog; ‘Naomh Síoda, Madra na hÉireann’ Rest easy 😎

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It's been painted by a street artist known as High King Jack.

The Dublin based artist said it took about 3 days to complete the piece.

It was confirmed over the weekend that the dog, one of two Bernese mountain dogs owned by the President, had passed away.