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Queen Camilla is mourning the death of her rescue dog, Beth. The British royal family's official social media accounts announced the passing of Her Majesty's "much-loved companion" on Nov. 18.
"A sad farewell to Beth, The Queen’s much-loved companion from @Battersea Dogs and Cats Home who brought such joy, whether on walkies, helping on official duties, or curled up by the fire. 🐾," the caption alongside a carousel of images and a video read. An image of Beth walking with the Queen as well as one of the late royal dog touching King Charles' nose with her own was included.
Designer Donatella Versace was among the Instagram users who expressed her condolences in the comments section. "I am so sorry for your loss. And the loss of the great unconditional love and loyalty. Donatella 💜," Donatella wrote.
PEOPLE reported that it understands that the Queen's dog had an untreatable tumor and had to be put down over the weekend.
Her Majesty rescued Beth from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in August of 2011. Camilla adopted another Jack Russell Terrier named Bluebell from the charity in 2012.
According to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home's website, "Beth was handed in to Battersea by a family who could no longer care for her, whilst poor Bluebell was just 4 weeks old when she was dumped in a London park, starving, shivering and suffering from a terrible skin condition that had left her almost bald. It was love at first sight and, as we all feel about our pets, Her Majesty cannot imagine her home, or her sofa, without these colourful characters."
The charity, which Camilla has been patron of since 2016, wrote on Instagram that they are "very sad to hear" that Beth passed away. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home added, "Her Majesty, our Patron, rehomed Beth from Battersea in 2011 and we have many fond memories of Beth visiting our centres over the years. Our thoughts are with Their Majesties at this time. We know how difficult it is to lose a beloved pet and Beth was very special indeed. 💙."
