Lucy Lou the dog who is a mix between a Vizla and Golden retriever has just became the Monaghan Nose of Tralee 2026 in the Pet sitters Ireland Nose of Tralee competition.
After many days of voting, being selected as a semi finalist and then amazingly being picked as the Monaghan Nose, Lucy Lou is now taking part in the Nose of Tralee competition.
Proud owner Lauren McGeown from Monaghan Town described Lucy as the "absolute joy of our family" and brings a smile to anyone who meets her.
Lauren told Northern Sound: "Lucy has changed my life in particular. As a child and the whole way through my teenage years, I had a huge fear of dogs. I always loved them but I couldn't get past my fear when I was around them. I spent most of my life avoiding situations where I would be around dogs such as forest and beach walks.
"However all that changed in 2023. After coming home from a summer in America, my family brought Lucy into our home. She was a little energetic puppy and it wasn't easy at first for me to get used to. Going from not being able to walk by a dog on the street to living with Lucy was a huge change.
"However Lucy was so gentle, kind, friendly and has now not only became my best friend but my whole family's best friend too. From our daily walks, our outdoor adventures, hikes, trips to get pup cups and Lucy favourite, jumping on our family trampoline in the garden, Lucy had became the heart of our family and because of this we believe Lucy would make a great Nose of Tralee."
Voting has opened and for all updates you can follow along to Lucy's story on her Instagram @lucy_lou_2023.
Jodie Curran has been speaking with Lauren about the competition and how she got involved:
