Queen seen with new pet dog ‘mischievous Moley’ for first time after Camilla adopted rescue puppy from charity
QUEEN Camilla has shared a fresh gorgeous picture with her new pet dog Moley for the first time since adopting her from a rescue centre.
The Queen got the “mischievous” pooch from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London around three months ago.
Camilla wanted another dog after her beloved Jack Russell Terrier Beth, who also came from the same charity, died aged 13 in November last year.
Moley, now around 20 weeks old, has been seen for the first time after Camilla shared a cute snap of her alongside the pooch ahead of a visit by the royal to the Dog Garden at the Chelsea Flower Show on Monday.
In the sweet picture, Camilla, donning a summery dress, can be seen holding Moley in her arms as she sits in a garden space.
The post on The Royal Family’s Instagram page was captioned: “Meet mischievous Moley, The Queen’s new much-loved canine companion who was recently adopted from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, where Her Majesty is Patron.
“Tomorrow, The Queen will visit The Royal Horticultural Society and BBC Radio 2 Dog Garden at the Chelsea Flower Show.”
Buckingham Palace also shared a second adorable picture of Moley standing tall on a wooden chair, with her ears perked up.
The Queen had jokingly revealed in February, while on a visit to a museum in Canterbury, Kent, how she had chosen Moley’s name.
Speaking to a fellow dog owner, she said: “I’ve just got a new puppy, she’s eight weeks old.”
When asked what breed Moley was, Camilla laughed: “A bit of everything.
“It’s a rescue dog. It’s called Moley — it looks just like a mole.”
Moley was born on Boxing Day to a Jack Russell mum and unknown dad at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
Camilla has served as a patron for the animal rescue charity since 2016, succeeding the late Queen Elizabeth II.
In addition to adopting Beth and Moley, Camilla also adopted her Jack Russell Terrier Bluebell from the same charity in 2012.
After Beth was put down last year, the King told TV star Amanda Holden at the Royal Variety Performance that they had planned to get a new dog.
On Monday, the Queen will attend RHS Chelsea Flower Show and visit a special Dog Garden.
In the Instagram post which shared Moley for the first time, the family explained: “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.
“The names of The Queen’s adopted Jack Russell Terrier, Bluebell and her new puppy, Moley will feature on the path, alongside that of her much loved dog Beth, who passed away last year.
“The name of The King’s dog, Snuff, is also included on the path. The Garden for Dogs will live on after RHS Chelsea, at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.”