Sandra McLean’s rat Lucy Lou Ragamuffin wins grand champion at show

At the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sandra McLean's nine-month-old rat Lucy Lou Ragamuffin was crowned grand champion. Judges evaluated entries based on health and temperament, with Dittmer's mouse Twisted Whiskaz Xero winning in the patchwork category. The event highlights the growing popularity of small pets among urban residents seeking companionship.

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