William and Kate introduce new royal dog: ‘Welcome to the family!’

1 May 2026 • 8:02 PM MYT
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  • The Prince and Princess of Wales have revealed the name of their second family dog, a chocolate cocker spaniel named Otto, on his first birthday.
  • Otto is one of four puppies born to the family’s older dog, Orla, who joined the royal household in 2020 after the unexpected death of their first dog, Lupo.
  • Kensington Palace shared a picture on X with the caption: “Welcome to the family, Otto! 1 today.”
  • The Princess of Wales had previously confirmed in February that they had a new puppy, saying that he was eight months old at the time.
  • Otto and his siblings were featured in Prince William’s 43rd birthday photo last June and he also appeared with Orla in a recent family holiday snapshot for the couple's 15th wedding anniversary.

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