Who Are We?

As dog lovers, we recently bid farewell to our 16-year-old Maltese, who battled dementia, heart issues, and arthritis. Recognizing the challenges of caring for senior dogs, we come together to support each other, striving to ensure the comfort and happiness of our beloved aging furry companions.

Hanching Coffey

Founder   

Hanching brings a wealth of experience from the media industry as a journalist and radio presenter, with a focus on various charity and social issues. Simultaneously, she holds a teaching qualification in Taiwan, further fueling her passion for education and community support.

  • Certified in Pet First Aid Level 2 (VTQ) with DSPCA
  • Certified in A Theoretical Foundation in Canine Safety with NDAI 
  • Completed Animal Behaviour and Welfare training through the University of Edinburgh

 

 

Michael Coffey

Co-Founder

Michael has a strong background in versatile program and project management, especially within non-profit, NGO initiatives, and civic engagement. His dedication revolves around uniting the social, technical, and creative realms, with a primary focus on nurturing cross-team collaboration to advance the mission of Senior Paws.

Featured in The Media

WLR-Deise Today's 

We feel privileged to have been invited by Kieran Foley to participate in an interview with Maria McCann on WLR Radio's 'Deise Today' show, scheduled for August 23, 2023. During the program, we shared how we utilized cutting-edge AI image technology to fulfill the unfulfilled dream of our beloved dog. Additionally, we also told the story behind the founding of Senior Paws.

Near 90.3 FM-Asian Talents

We were honored to be invited by Near 90.3 FM to appear on the Asian Talents program on June 13, 2024. During the episode, our founder, Hanching, joined host Alice Chau to discuss her journey from Taiwan to Ireland nearly a decade ago and to share the inspiration behind the establishment of our social enterprise, Senior Paws. With Alice’s expertise in animal behavior and feline care, the interview was a meaningful exploration of our shared passion for animal welfare.