Oslo - Crown Prince Haakon, heir to the Norwegian throne, has added a pet dog to the royal household, local media reported Friday. Milly Kakao, a four-month old mix of Labrador Retriever and Standard Poodle, has settled in well with the royal family, news agency NTB reported.
The dog was photographed with Haakon's children.
The Norwegian poodle club appeared none to happy with the choice, expressing concern the royal mutt could create a surge in demand for the mixed breed, NTB said.
King Harald has owned several English Setters and there is a statue of his father, the late King Olav, accompanied by his poodle, Troll.