Meet Moley - Queen Camilla's new rescue puppy: Royal shows off cute adopted dog after the death of her last canine Beth
Queen Camilla has showed off her adorable new puppy, a mischievous Jack Russell mix, following the heartbreaking loss of her beloved last canine Beth.
In a heartwarming moment sure to delight royal fans, Queen Camilla has unveiled an adorable new addition to the royal household – a cheeky little pup named Moley, adopted from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.
The Queen, 77, who has long been known for her devotion to dogs, especially the spirited Jack Russell Terrier, shared a charming photograph of the tiny pooch perched confidently on her lap.
With her oversized ears standing to attention, Moley looks every inch the pampered royal pet.
Described as a 'mischievous' and 'much-loved canine companion', Moley is believed to be part Jack Russell – a breed close to the Queen's heart.
Her previous four-legged friends, Beth and Bluebell, both rescued from Battersea, famously featured as embroidered designs on Her Majesty's coronation gown.
This latest addition comes after a deeply sad chapter for the Queen, following the death of her cherished dog Beth in November 2024.
Buckingham Palace confirmed the news with an emotional statement, calling Beth a 'much-loved companion' who brought 'such joy'.
The statement read: 'A sad farewell to Beth, The Queen's much-loved companion from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home who brought such joy, whether on walkies, helping on official duties, or curled up by the fire.'
She adopted the then 12-week-old pup in August 2011 after falling in love with her picture in an email sent to her by Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.
Camilla, who became patron of the charity in 2016, told the Mail at the time: 'I couldn't resist her. She is gorgeous. It is so exciting. I can't wait for her to meet the family.'
When the King attended the Royal Variety Performance weeks after the death, he told TV presenter Amanda Holden - who is an ambassador for the world-famous animal rescue centre in London - that they planned to get a new dog.
The Queen revealed the happy news as she affectionately stroked a guide dog while meeting a partially-sighted museum group in the Beaney House of Art & Knowledge located in the centre of Canterbury's bustling high street.
A Battersea spokesperson said, 'We're pleased to confirm that Battersea has recently rehomed an 8-week-old Jack Russell Terrier cross female puppy, called Moley, to our Patron, Her Majesty The Queen. The Queen has long been a supporter of Battersea's work and has previously rehomed two rescue dogs from our charity.'
While the photograph marks the first official image of Queen Camilla with Moley, the spirited little pup has already made a quiet debut.
Eagle-eyed fans may recognise her from a recent snap released ahead of the Queen's visit to the Chelsea Flower Show.
The snap showed the tiny pup standing on a wooden chair while sporting an adorable red and blue collar, with her oversized ears poking into the air.
It's understood that Moley is female and was born on Boxing Day and her mother is half Jack Russell, half unknown - while her father's breed is also unknown.
Queen Camilla meets meets a dog while chatting with well-wishers as she arrives to visit the cottage in Thornton where the Bronte children were born during a visit to Bradford to celebrate the city's year as UK City of Culture on May 15, 2025
It's thought the new pet will live at Rat Hill, Queen Camilla's private Wiltshire residence, although it's expected she'll accompany the royal couple when they stay at official royal residences.
The news that the Queen has found a new pet is likely to prove cheering to royal fans; the Queen had a very close bond with Beth, who she described as a 'very special dog' - much like the late Queen Elizabeth II, who was famed for her love of corgis.
Over the years, Camilla paid tribute to her pets by having them embroidered on her Coronation gown, gave them her pearl necklaces for a magazine cover, and was joined by Beth in a picture posted by the royal family for her 75th birthday in 2022.
Meanwhile, an unearthed clip from the BBC One royal documentary Charles III: The Coronation Year released in December 2023 highlighted Camilla's sweet bond with her dog.
In the documentary, which followed Charles's first year as King, the royal couple went for a casual dog walk with Camilla dressed in jeans and a jacket and Charles in a tweed jacket and tie.
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