Prince William and Kate Middleton celebrated Otto’s first birthday on May 1, 2026, while also marking their 15th wedding anniversary. Otto is the youngest member of the Wales household, a brown cocker spaniel born to their dog Orla last May.
The couple shared a family portrait featuring Otto to commemorate the dual celebrations. “Welcome to the family, Otto! 1 today!” they announced. The couple married on April 29, 2011.
Otto joins siblings Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis in the Wales household. Recently, Prince Louis turned eight on April 23, while Princess Charlotte will turn 11 on May 2.
Key facts about Otto:
- Otto is a brown cocker spaniel.
- He was born from a litter of Orla’s puppies.
- The couple previously had a black cocker spaniel named Lupo, who died in November 2020.
Observers noted that Otto’s arrival has brought joy to the royal family after the loss of Lupo. The family continues to embrace pet adoption as part of their lifestyle.
