Duchess Catherine, Princes William and Lupo

Duchess Catherine, Princes William and Lupo

Britain's Duchess Catherine wants to buy Prince Harry a dog for Christmas.

The pregnant duchess has seen how much the 30-year-old prince dotes on her and Prince William's beloved pet pooch Lupo - who was famously a part of the first official pictures of the couple and their baby son Prince George, now 16 months - and has been making enquiries about a litter of yellow labradors which are due to be born at the end of this month.

Once the pups are born, Harry will be given the pick of the litter to take home to his apartment at Kensington Palace.

A source told the Mail on Sunday newspaper: "Kate knows how much Harry loves Lupo, and how much joy he brings him, so it makes sense he should have his own puppy.

"Kate and William worry that Harry gets lonely living on his own, so a pet puppy would be a great solution."

And Catherine has already reassured her brother-in-law that she is happy to care for the dog if he has to go away on official duties.

The source added: "Apparently she is willing to look after the dog if Harry has to go abroad for Royal duties or with the Army."