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Prince William and Kate Middleton, have reportedly welcomed a new set of companions to their household through a group of adorable puppies born to their family dog, Orla.
The Prince and Princess of Wales' black cocker spaniel recently gave birth, adding a joyful new dynamic to the royal residence, no doubt delighting the couple's three human children, George, Charlotte and Louis.
"Mother and babies are doing well," a source confirmed to The Sun, breaking the news, although Buckingham Palace is yet to officially comment on the birth.
"Everyone is very excited," a source added of the family's expansion, offering a glimpse into the new additions that will make their Kensington Palace home a lot less small.
Orla became part of the royal family in 2020 and was a gift from Kate's brother, James, following the birth of a litter by his own dog, who is named Luna.
Her name was then only revealed in 2022 in a set of official portraits released for Princess Charlotte's seventh birthday. It is of Celtic origin, and means "golden princess," a fitting choice for a royal pet.
Orla's arrival came shortly before the death of Lupo, another black cocker spaniel and the couple's first dog, who ed the pair as a belated wedding gift in 2011.
Lupo's legacy now continues with Orla, who has made several appearances in royal activities and family portraits. Notably, she was spotted with the family at the Royal Charity Polo Cup, where Prince William participated.
Most recently, on April 11, the Prince and Princess of Wales celebrated National Pet Day by sharing a previously unseen photograph of Orla. The image showed her standing in a grassy field, looking off into the distance, her coat glistening, possibly after a walk in nature.
"Celebrating the animals who bring so much joy, companionship and love to our lives this #NationalPetDay," read the caption posted on Kate and William's official social media , complete with a paw print emoji.
As the family adjusts to life with the newest additions, sources suggest they are considering keeping the puppies, though this is unconfirmed by the Palace. Nonetheless, the heartwarming news offers a glimpse into the more personal and affectionate side of the royal household.
James Middleton: Kate has always been there
James has also spoken lovingly about the enduring he's received from his sister, the Princess of Wales, despite her royal role as the future Queen of the United Kingdom.
The 38-year-old entrepreneur highlighted the strength of their sibling relationship, describing it as both personal and deeply ive during challenging times adding that she remains his "big sister" above all.
"I'm incredibly fortunate to have my two sisters," James said of Kate and Pippa. "Not just as siblings, but as friends.
"You can't choose your siblings, it can be complicated, it takes work, but when it's strong, I believe it's one of the most powerful bonds there is."