Prince William recently shared an endearing detail about his family’s nightly routine, revealing that his beloved dog, Orla, often shares a bed with him and Kate Middleton. In a candid chat with Hits Radio Cornwall Host Louise Harland, William offered a rare glimpse into his personal life, including this special arrangement with his loyal canine companion.
Harland recalled their exchangesaying: “(William) said their little dog sleeps in bed with them at night, with him and Kate.” He added that the prince was “absolutely in love” with his own dog and asked him about his breed when he realized it was a Cockerjack, a unique mix of Cocker Spaniel and Jack Russell Terrier, which he had not seen before.
This sweet moment showed the prince’s clear affection for animals, whether it was his family pet or meeting a new breed for the first time. Meanwhile, during a recent visit to Woodgate Valley Urban Farm, Prince William also spent time interacting with the farm’s animals, and even took a moment to chat about the family’s other pets.
He humorously shared stories about the family’s guinea pigs, highlighting their energetic nature compared to the more laid-back animals on the farm. “These guys are great,” he said, referring to the farm animals. “We have guinea pigs at home and they are not like that.”
William went on to explain his role as the guinea pigs’ primary caretaker, happily mentioning that he cleans their cage frequently, something his children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, often forget. “I have to spend my life cleaning the guinea pig cage because the kids forget to do it,” he joked, describing the challenges of keeping the lively little pets entertained.
The prince noticed that unlike the calm animals he saw on the farm, the family’s guinea pigs require constant handling and petting to keep them calm and happy. “The ones we have at home are turned off. “You have to keep them petted and cared for constantly,” he added. William’s open and humorous anecdotes about his family’s pets offer a rare glimpse into life at home with Kate and their children.
Their stories not only reveal the couple’s close bond with their animals, but also reflect a familiar experience for many parents: managing pet care responsibilities while their children learn to handle them. The prince’s casual chats about Orla’s place in bed and his routine with the family pets show a softer, more relatable side to the royal family.
For many, these glimpses into William’s family life are a refreshing reminder that, beyond the titles and formalities, the prince shares the same joys and challenges of pet ownership as families around the world. Whether he’s bonding with Orla, keeping calm in the guinea pig cage, or sharing a laugh with others about life at home, Prince William’s stories highlight his down-to-earth nature and his love for his family. , both human and furry.