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Rua - Mayo Nose

I am Rua and I am the representative from Mayo. I love playing with my toys and am really good at catching them. Mum says I could play in goal for Mayo and help them bring Sam home. I don't understand why Sam can't find his own way home!  

I have loads of doggy friends and love spending time with them. I go and visit my pals most days and Mum trusts me to visit and find my own way home because she knows I am good and won't do anything naughty.  

I give great kisses and when Mum's alarm goes off in the morning, I spend about 5 minutes helping her to wake up with kisses. I love to snuggle up to Mum and Dad and am a great cuddle buddy.  

I am really good with babies as I keep back from them until they are ready to interact with me. Then I offer kisses and if they like it I give more kisses. I love when they laugh with happiness.

Dad is not so good on his feet, so I am really good when we go for a walk. I stay close to him and ignore any of the things that would usually take my attention. I have to make sure I don't stress Dad out and need to keep him safe during our walks. 

I would really love to win the Nose of Tralee for Mum. She is so proud of me and says I have a condition known as handsomeitis. I just want to please her and show her that I can be a winner for Mayo. 

Please vote for me daily and share my link with all your contacts so they can vote too. Thank you.