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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The King and Queen are leading a Jack Russell resurgence! Numbers of the breed - famously owned by Charles and Camilla - spike by 75% in Britain
It's the plucky, intelligent and energetic breed that has already won the hearts of the King and Queen. Now it turns out the Jack Russell Terrier – also known for being stubborn and fearless – has also become one of Britain's favourite dogs. Data from the Kennel Club reveals that in the first quarter of the year, there has been a 75 per cent increase in puppy registrations compared to the same period in 2024. It follows a steady increase in popularity in recent years, possibly triggered by King Charles ' ascension to the throne in 2022. At the time, he and his wife, Queen Camilla, owned two Jack Russell Terriers called Beth and Bluebell. The pair were adopted from Battersea Dogs and Cats home in 2011 and 2012 respectively, and famously featured as embroidered designs on Her Majesty's coronation gown. The Queen, 77, was left heartbroken when Beth died last November. But earlier this year the royals welcomed a new rescue puppy – a Jack Russell mix called Moley, described as a 'mischievous' and 'much-loved canine companion'. Her Majesty shared a charming photograph of the tiny pooch perched confidently in her lap. A Battersea spokesman said at the time: '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.' 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 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 has paid tribute to her pets by giving them her pearl necklaces for a magazine cover. She was also joined by Beth in a picture posted by the royal family for her 75th birthday in 2022. The Jack Russell trend follows that of the Corgi, whose popularity also ebbed and flowed in line with the late Queen Elizabeth's ownership of the breed. The Jack Russell terrier appeared on a set of Royal Mail stamps that were issued in 2024, featuring some of the nation's favourite dog breeds Another beloved British breed, the Cocker Spaniel, also looks set to have secured its place in the hearts of both the nation - and the Royal Family - after becoming the second most popular breed, according to Kennel Club figures, in 2024. The breed has continued to hold its second place spot in the first quarter of 2025. Meanwhile the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's Cocker Spaniel, Orla, is reported to have recently welcomed a quartet of Cocker Spaniel puppies. The breed has become a steadfast family favourite in the UK, remaining in the top 10 most popular breeds throughout the last century. In 2024, it moved up into second place and is continuing to close the gap behind the nation's 'top dog', the Labrador Retriever. Charlotte McNamara, spokeswoman for The Kennel Club said: 'The Jack Russell Terrier and the Cocker Spaniel are iconic British breeds, and make wonderful companions, so it's no wonder they have the royal seal of approval. 'Both breeds have friendly and lively personalities, making them well-suited to the busy and active lives of royalty where they are certain to meet lots of new people. 'It's of course vital that any would-be owner spends a lot of time researching which dog best suits their lifestyle, and making sure they can take on their various needs. 'We are lucky to have such a rich diversity of different types of dogs in the UK, so we urge the public to thoroughly research, in order to find their perfect match.' Based on annual puppy registrations the top five most popular breeds in Britain so far this year are the Labrador Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Golden Retriever, French Bulldog. They are followed by the Miniature Smooth Haired Dachshund, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, German Shepherd, English Springer Spaniel, Miniature Long Haired Dachshund and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Other 'fast riser' breeds include the Bernese Mountain Dog, the Italian Greyhound, the Shetland Sheepdog and the Samoyed. The 10 most popular dog breeds of 2025 Labrador Retriever Cocker Spaniel Golden Retriever French Bulldog Miniature Smooth Haired Dachshund Staffordshire Bull Terrier German Shepherd Dog English Springer Spaniel Miniature Long Haired Dachshund Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘I'm sure it's her, reminding me she's still around,' says Sarah, Duchess of York of the late Queen's Corgis
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Queen Elizabeth II was always known for her love of Corgis. The late monarch owned over 30 of the dogs over the years, with Muick and Sandy being the last dogs she had before her death in September 2022. In the aftermath, they were adopted by her son, Prince Andrew, and his ex-wife, Sarah, Duchess of York, to enjoy the rest of their life filled with lots of affection and plenty of the best dog treats. Speaking in an address to the Creative Woman Platform in London, the Duchess said that she thinks the Queen talks to her through dogs Muick and Sandy, who live at the Royal Lodge in Windsor with herself and Andrew – and a handful of Norfolk terriers. She said, via The Times, 'I have her dogs, I have her Corgis. Every morning they come in and go, 'woof woof' and all that and I'm sure it's her talking to me. I'm sure it's her, reminding me she's still around.' She then paid tribute to the late Queen, saying, 'Anyway, the real thing is that I had the greatest honor to be her daughter-in-law. That's pretty huge. And when I was driving here, I saw the [London Underground's] Elizabeth line and I said, 'I want everyone to remember what an amazing lady she was.'' Andrew and his daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie gave the Queen Muick alongside a Dorgi (Corgi-dachshund mix) Fergus, in 2021. Fergus sadly died from a heart defect when he was five months old, so later that year the trio gave the Queen another Corgi puppy, Sandy. Shortly after the Queen died, a source told the BBC that it was Sarah who found the puppies, and that 'the duchess bonded with Her Majesty over dog walking and riding horses, and even after her divorce, she would continue her great friendship with Her Majesty, by walking the dogs in Frogmore and chatting." In 2023, Sarah said that the Corgis were so close to the Queen that Muick had grieved after her death. She told dog trainer and presenter Graeme Hall that it took the dog about a year to come to accept it, with Hall explaining, via The Independent, 'There's a kind of grieving process, and we know that dogs do go through a grieving process as well. We don't fully understand it because we can't chat to them over a cup of coffee, but you certainly see behavior change, sometimes they're very flat.' Meanwhile, the Queen's son King Charles and his wife Queen Camilla have dogs of their own. Between them, they currently have a Jack Russell Terrier, Bluebell, Jack Russell mix Moley – who Camilla adopted earlier this year – and King Charles' new puppy, a Lagotto Romagnolo, Snuff. All The Queen's Corgis | Amazon This fascinating and affectionate look at the Queen and her most faithful companions is a book for dog lovers Deal Want to learn more about these famous canines? Here's everything you need to know about the Royal Family's dogs
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Inside home of pet loving Wales family from sad loss to adorable new arrivals
While the Royal family are well known for their love of pets, Princess Kate, Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis are smitten with a few new furry additions to the home When you think of the late Queen Elizabeth II, images of cute Corgis may also spring to mind, so it's perhaps little surprise that the Prince and Princess in line to the throne are also dog lovers. And they are now said to be celebrating the tiny pitter-patter of feet as their beloved black cocker spaniel Orla has reportedly welcomed a litter of puppies. The Royal children, Prince George, aged 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six, are said to be utterly smitten with the new pooches, but will there be room in their quaint four-bedroom cottage for the new arrivals? There's definitely plenty of space for walkies in the 655-acre grounds surrounding Adelaide Cottage in the Home Counties, where the Prince and Princess of Wales live - although there's no news on whether they plan to keep the four new pups. It's only a 10-minute stroll from Windsor Castle, where King Charles and Queen Camilla live with their Jack Russell Terrier, Bluebell. They had another Jack Russell, Beth, who sadly died in 2024. According to the Express, the mother and babies are doing well. 'We always thought the patter of tiny feet in the Wales's household had ended, so the sound of tiny paws will have to do,' a source said. Everyone loves new royal baby news, and so new royal puppies run very close. Everyone is very excited, not least the three children, who adore Orla and Lupo before." READ MORE: Michael Jackson's bizarre gravity-defying shoes and other inventions from celebrities The family welcomed Orla into their home in 2020, the same year they lost their beloved dog, Lupo. The adorable pooch is a pup from the litter of a dog belonging to Kate's brother James Middleton, who is known to be an avid dog lover himself. In a touching gesture last month, William and Kate posted a picture of Orla in honour of National Pet Day. The Royal couple dedicated their social media message to the occasion with the following heartfelt words: "Celebrating the animals who bring so much joy, companionship and love to our lives this #NationalPetDay." Meanwhile, the public has a lot of love for the Prince and Princess of Wales, which was clear in a video recently shared on Instagram. As the Prince and Princess of Wales were greeted by a crowd during their latest public outing, someone shouted at Kate, "You're beautiful," adding, "You too, William!" The couple giggled in response, with William jokingly responding: "You don't have to say that. Don't worry.' They were on a visit to Scotland for a ship-naming ceremony for HMS Glasgow. Scotland has a special meaning to the couple, who met as first-year college students at the University of St. Andrews in 2001. They befriended each other and became roommates before dating and falling in love.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ellen DeGeneres Mourns 'Irreplaceable' Family Loss in 'Heartbreaking' Post
Fans are sending love and support to and her wife, , as the couple mourn what many view as an "irreplaceable" loss in their lives. The former talk show host took to Instagram on Friday, May 16 to share that their rescue pup Augie crossed the rainbow bridge on Thursday, sharing several photos of the dog—which appears to have been a Jack Russell Terrier—throughout their lives together. "We had to say goodbye to Augie yesterday," she wrote in the caption of the post. "We rescued him 12 years ago and he was so grateful. He gave us so much love. He will be missed. There will never be another like him." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ellen DeGeneres (@ellendegeneres) Followers mourned the "🌈Heartbreaking. 🙏🙏🙏" loss alongside the couple, "🐶🐾🌈❤️ sending lots [of] love" to them. "So sad for your loss - they're irreplaceable and so very much a part of the family ❤️," one person sympathized. "💔💔I loved that dog," former Ellen Show producer Andy Lassner wrote sadly. "So very sorry for your loss. Hugs to your broken hearts. Thank you for rescuing him❤️🐾🌈," another wrote, while somebody else added, "I'm sorry for your loss. That's a difficult goodbye💔😢 For all the love you shared with your Augie that love will never die. He's waiting for you on the other side. 🌈❤️."
Sky News AU
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi's dog Augie passes away months after fleeing US in wake of Trump election
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have announced the death of one of their dogs just months after relocating to the United Kingdom following Donald Trump's re-election. The former American talk show host and her Aussie-born wife swapped Southern California for the Cotswolds, England, in November 2024. President Trump's win at the polls reportedly triggered their change of scenery, while fellow comedian Rosie O'Donnell opted to move to Ireland. DeGeneres and de Rossi confirmed on Friday their beloved Jack Russell Terrier Augie had died. 'We had to say goodbye to Augie yesterday,' DeGeneres announced via Instagram. 'We rescued him 12 years ago and he was so grateful. 'He gave us so much love. He will be missed. There will never be another like him.' The comedian's fans flooded the comment section to express their condolences. 'I'm so very sorry. What a gift you were to each other,' one fan wrote. 'I'm so sorry. He was a great dog and you guys gave a him an amazing life,' another fan added. Animal rights organisation Peta publicly expressed their condolences to DeGeneres and de Rossi, who also share a Poodle-Maltese mix named Kid and a poodle named Mrs. Wallis Browning. 'We are so deeply sorry for your loss of your precious Augie,' the organisation wrote. 'The 12 beautiful years of love, gratitude, and cherished memories you shared will live on in your hearts forever. 'Adopting sweet Augie changed his life, and his story continues to inspire others to open their hearts to homeless animals. Sending so much love.' On Monday, DeGeneres and de Rossi returned to Instagram and thanked fans for their condolences. The couple also shared a sweet video for their Kind Science skincare line recorded last month prior to the cherished pet's death. 'Thank you for all of your kind messages about Augie,' DeGeneres said. 'We filmed this last month and planned to post it today. 'I don't care what Portia says, please don't call me the Deal Queen. We love you, Augie.'
