Queen Camilla has adopted a new family member, describing the new arrival as “mischievous” in a heartwarming statement.
The Queen has announced the arrival of Moley who was recently adopted from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.
It comes ahead of Queen Camilla’s visit to the Dog Garden at the Chelsea Flower Show.
The garden, which was set up with dogs in mind, will feature a tribute to The Queen’s adopted Jack Russell Terrier, Bluebell and her new puppy, Moley as well as her much loved dog Beth, who passed away last year.
Queen Camilla confirmed the new arrival on social media
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In a statement released on social media, a Buckingham Palace spokesman said: “Meet mischievous Moley, The Queen’s new much-loved canine companion who was recently adopted from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home where Her Majesty is Patron.
“Tomorrow, The Queen will visit Royal Horticultural Society and the BBC Radio 2 Dog Garden at Chelsea Flower Show.
“The garden, designed with dogs in mind, features grass areas for dogs to enjoy and a large tree providing shade.
“The brick paths are inscribed with the names of dogs belonging to Radio 2 presenters and RHS ambassadors, as well as Monty Don’s beloved dog Ned, to reflect the special place dogs hold in the nation’s hearts and gardens.”
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Queen Camilla and Moley
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Last November, King Charles and Queen Camilla revealed that their beloved dog, Beth, had sadly died.
In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: “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.”
Beth’s name will feature along the path alongside The King’s dog, Snuff.
After the conclusion of Chelsea Flower Show, the garden will be moved to the Battersea Home in South London.
Queen Camilla previously wrote about her love for dogs in the introduction of Top Dogs: A British Love Affair.
She said: “My own dogs, Beth and Bluebell, cannot claim to have saved any lives, but I am, nonetheless, very proud of their resilience.”
The 77-year-old added: “Beth came from a family who could no longer care for her and poor Bluebell had been found abandoned in the woods, three weeks old, starving, covered in sores, with a docked tail and just a few patches of fur.