The internet is once again buzzing with speculation about the personal lives of Prince William and Kate Middleton, but this time, the focus isn’t entirely on royal drama or divorce whispers—it’s about a potential “new addition” to the family that has fans both confused and curious.
Earlier reports suggested the Prince and Princess of Wales were quietly preparing to welcome a fourth child, sparking excitement among royal watchers. But in an unexpected twist, the “new addition” turned out to be of the four-legged variety: puppies. According to The Sun, the couple’s beloved black cocker spaniel, Orla, recently gave birth to several puppies, bringing a fresh wave of joy into the royal household.
Still, this seemingly simple update has done little to quiet the online chatter. On social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok, fans are dissecting every detail and image for clues about whether the couple might still be expanding their human family too.
“New Additions”—Canine or Royal Baby No. 4?
The term “new addition” caused an initial stir when headlines popped up in late May 2025, implying something much bigger than puppies. With the royal family currently under intense public scrutiny—amid King Charles’ ongoing health struggles and Prince Harry’s repeated calls for reconciliation—the public is desperate for positive updates from the more popular, younger royals.
Many jumped to conclusions when seeing the phrase “new family members” attached to William and Kate. Some even referenced Kate’s recent low profile and health journey, wondering if her limited public appearances were related to more than just her cancer treatment recovery.
However, it turns out the speculation was misplaced—at least for now. The source who revealed the puppy news said Orla’s pups were born healthy and are currently the delight of the Cambridge children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. “Everyone loves royal baby news, and new royal puppies come very close,” the insider reportedly said.
A Fourth Baby? Internet Has Theories
Despite the clarification, the theory of a fourth baby hasn’t fully died down online. Royal watchers are pointing to everything from Kate’s carefully styled recent photos to her absence from major events as possible “proof” of a secret pregnancy or plans to expand the family.
Others are less convinced, citing author Tom Quinn’s comments from earlier this year. In March, Quinn joked that Kate already views Prince William as her “fourth child,” given his reportedly playful and sometimes petulant behavior behind the scenes. One royal staffer even doubled down on that comment, adding that Kate often has to calm William down when he gets “fractious.”
“She hasn’t had everything done for her throughout her life, so she grounds him,” the staffer told Fox News. “She says he sometimes has to be treated as her fourth child!”
With those remarks in mind, some royal fans believe the couple is content with their current family dynamic—and their growing collection of pets.
Public Fascination With the Wales Family Grows
Even something as minor as a dog giving birth has the power to fuel days’ worth of headlines and online speculation when it involves the Prince and Princess of Wales. It speaks to the intense public interest in every move they make, especially at a time when other members of the royal family remain embroiled in controversy or crisis.
Some fans say the puppy news is a welcome lighthearted turn for a royal family that’s faced a series of heavy blows—from Prince Andrew’s disgrace to Charles’ illness and Harry and Meghan’s continued estrangement.
As for William and Kate, they’ve neither confirmed nor denied any baby rumors, and likely never will. But with Orla’s puppies now adding extra joy to their household, it’s safe to say the family has their hands full—for now.
Bottom Line:
While speculation continues to swirl online about a potential fourth child, the only confirmed new arrivals in the Wales household are puppies. But in the unpredictable world of the British royals, fans know better than to rule anything out.