Prince William and Kate Middleton introduced their new puppy Otto on his first birthday, which coincided with their 15th wedding anniversary. Otto is a brown Cocker Spaniel born to the couple’s existing dog, Orla.
Otto celebrated his first birthday on May 1, 2026. The royal family shared this milestone on social media with a photo captioned ‘Welcome to the family, Otto! 1 today.’ This joyful announcement follows the family’s previous experience with a Cocker Spaniel named Lupo, who passed away in 2020.
The couple’s other children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—are now aged 12, 10, and 8 respectively. The addition of Otto is expected to increase the family’s activity levels as they enjoy time in the Windsor gardens.
Key facts about Otto:
- Otto is one of four puppies from Orla’s litter.
- Orla is currently five years old.
- Kate Middleton mentioned Otto for the first time when he was eight months old in February 2026.
William reflected on their past loss during a recent interview, stating that Lupo was actually the niece of Orla. He expressed that losing Lupo was very sad for the family. The introduction of Otto marks a new chapter for them as they embrace pet ownership once again.
As they celebrate both Otto’s birthday and their wedding anniversary, observers note how this reflects the royal family’s connection to family pets and their role in maintaining a sense of normalcy amid royal duties.
