King Charles ‘terrified’ of the only ‘guest’ being banished from his brother’s new home

Despite this, there are strict rules for living on the Sandringham estate.

A palace official said: ‘Andrew may have brought his dogs with him, but there are very clear limits on what is allowed, and the ban on cats is one of the strictest rules in existence. It may sound like a small detail, but it reflects the broader reality that Andrew is no longer in control of his environment as he once was.”

The restrictions are rooted in a long-standing wildlife protection policy designed to protect local bird populations, with cats considered at particular risk.

Dogs, on the other hand, are allowed under controlled conditions, reflecting the royal family’s historical affinity with canines.

From Queen Elizabeth’s corgis to Charles’ own lagotto romagnolo, Snuff and Catherine, Princess of Wales, 44, and Prince William, 43, with their cocker spaniel Orla, dogs remain a defining feature of royal life.