Orla (dog)
| Species | Canis lupus familiaris |
|---|---|
| Breed | English Cocker Spaniel |
| Sex | Female |
| Born | May 2020 |
| Owner |
Orla is an English Cocker Spaniel owned by William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales. She has appeared in several official photographs released by the Wales family and is known to be the family's current pet.[1]
Background
[edit]Orla was given to William and Catherine in 2020, shortly before the death of their previous dog, Lupo, who died in November that year.[2] Orla is believed to have been bred by the Catherine's brother, James Middleton, who is known for his interest in dog breeding and has previously provided pets to other members of the Middleton family.[3]
The name Orla is of Celtic origin and means "golden princess" in Irish.[2]
Public appearances
[edit]Orla made her first official appearance in May 2022 in a photograph marking Princess Charlotte's seventh birthday.[4] The following year, she appeared again in an official portrait released on Charlotte's eighth birthday.[5] In July 2022, Orla made her first public appearance at a charity polo match with the Prince and Princess of Wales.[6] In May 2025, Orla also appeared in a photograph released on National Pet Day in the United Kingdom.[1] In the same month, it was reported that she had given birth to puppies.[7]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b Henni, Janine (11 April 2025). "Kate Middleton and Prince William Interrupt Time Off to Honor a Beloved Family Member: Their Dog, Orla!". People. Archived from the original on 6 May 2025. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ a b Petit, Stephanie (2 May 2022). "Kate Middleton and Prince William's dog's name revealed". People. Archived from the original on 2 May 2022. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Burroughs, Katrina (15 April 2025). "James Middleton's doggy dynasty: 'One of my puppies went to Monty Don'". The Times. Archived from the original on 10 May 2025. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Allaire, Christian (1 May 2022). "Princess Charlotte poses with the royal family pet in her 7th birthday portraits". Vogue. Archived from the original on 11 May 2023. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Petit, Stephanie (2 May 2023). "Princess Charlotte stars in 8th birthday portrait with dog Orla". People. Archived from the original on 25 April 2024. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Petit, Stephanie; Hill, Erin (6 July 2022). "Kate Middleton and Prince William bring dog Orla to charity polo match". People. Archived from the original on 25 April 2024. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Patterson, Charmaine (24 May 2025). "Kate Middleton and Prince William welcome adorable new additions to their family home: report". People. Archived from the original on 24 May 2025. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
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