Queen Camilla suffers heartbreaking loss as she reveals death of much-loved companion

Queen Camilla has suffered a heartbreaking loss after the death of one of her much-loved companions.

It has been revealed that her beloved Jack Russell dog Beth has died in a poignant post on the Royal Family’s official Instagram account. It is understood Beth had an untreatable tumour and had to be put down at the weekend. The social media post shows a charming picture of a casual Camilla out walking in the countryside with Beth in front of her with her lead tied to the Queen’s coat.

A post accompanying the treasured photo reads: “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.”

In a series of other photo memories, Beth, who was 13, can be seen being cuddled alongside another dog cradled by the late TV presenter Paul O’Grady, with another snap showing her posing alongside Camilla’s other Jack Russell, Bluebell.

In another photo, Beth kisses King Charles’ nose, while the last memory shared shows how Beth once helped the Queen unveil a plaque on a royal visit. The Queen is facing the bereavement having only just returning to shortened engagements last week after falling ill with a nasty chest infection following her tour to Australia and Samoa.

Royal fans flooded the comments of the post to offer their condolences to Camilla. One wrote: “Such sad news. We know how much Queen Camilla loved Beth. Another said: “So sorry for your loss Your Majesty.” While one wrote: “Rest in peace Beth. Sending love to Her Majesty and the King.”