Andrew Windsor accused of ‘kicking his own dog’
Ex-Prince Andrew has been accused of kicking one of his own dogs in the head during a royal shootout. RadarOnline.com the claim threatens to deepen investigations into the disgraced duke’s conduct after years of controversy over bullying allegations and his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Andrew, 66, now known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after being stripped of his royal titles due to his long-standing friendship with the late pedophile Epstein, is the subject of new allegations in royal biographer Andrew Lownie’s latest book, Titled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York.
It is claimed that during a pheasant hunt on the Sandringham estate, Andrew reacted violently after one of his Labradors grabbed a sausage roll from a guest’s hand.
The claims come after years of accusations about Andrew’s temperament and treatment of palace staff, including accusations that he created a toxic atmosphere for aides while serving as a senior working royal.
One source said the dog accusation reinforced long-standing concerns about Andrew’s behavior behind closed doors.
The insider added: “Stories of Andrew losing his temper or mistreating staff and people around him have been circulating within royal circles for years. What makes these allegations especially damaging is that they involve an animal and suggest a level of aggression that many people will find deeply disturbing.”
Another source noted: “The Duke’s reputation was already in shambles because of the Epstein scandal. But claims of cruelty to a dog strike a different emotional chord with the public and risk further hardening the perception of him as entitled, flighty and lacking self-awareness.”
In the book, Lownie described the alleged encounter in detail.
He writes: “By mid-morning everyone gathered for hot soup and sausage rolls. The guest stood next to Andrew, who had his Labrador next to him.”
Lownie then claimed: ‘Suddenly the dog jumped up and snatched the guest’s sausage roll from his hand, causing him to laugh.’
According to the author, Andrew then “kicked the dog in the head, leaving her whimpering on the ground.”
Lownie claimed the shocked guest immediately confronted the Duke and told him: “That is the most disgusting thing you have just done to your beautiful dog. You should be ashamed of yourself!”
The biographer claimed that Andrew reacted with anger.
He wrote: “(Expletive) off,” Andrew replied. “It’s none of your business, and I’ll do exactly what I want with MY dogs.”
According to Lownie, the confrontation received silent support from others who attended the meeting.
He claimed that several members of the shooting group made approving gestures to the guest after he challenged Andrew.
The author further claimed that Prince Philip later privately endorsed the criticism of his son.
Lownie wrote that Philip said: ‘What you said to my son today was absolutely right, and Her Majesty and I fully agree with what you said. Andrew needs a good scolding every now and then.”
The allegations emerge as Andrew continues to live in isolation following his banishment from royal life.
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022, Andrew took over the care of the monarch’s beloved corgis, Muick and Sandy, who were moved to Royal Lodge before later moving with him to Sandringham.
Earlier this year, Andrew was kicked out of the $40 million Royal Lodge after being stripped of his remaining royal privileges. King Charles moved him first to Wood Farm Cottage and later to Marsh Farm on the Sandringham estate.
The Duke recently made headlines again after an incident involving a masked man who allegedly confronted and chased him while he was walking his dogs near his home in Norfolk.
Alex Jenkinson, 39, has pleaded not guilty to charges of threatening or insulting behavior with intent to cause fear or violence.
Reports indicate that Andrew may give personal evidence during the case.
