Emmerdale star Natalie J Robb has revealed that she’s got a brand new puppy joining her at home following the sad death of her dog, Bronson.
Speaking to Emmerdale Insider and other press in a recent interview, Natalie told us that she’d actually welcomed her new pup that morning (November 1).
This comes after the heartbreaking death of Natalie’s much-loved former dog, Bronson.
Natalie J Robb reveals upset over death of dog Bronson
On screen at the moment, Natalie J Robb’s character Moira is going through a hard time. This is due to being diagnosed with a brain tumour.
Away from the Dales, it has also been a difficult year for actress Natalie herself. Her canine companion Bronson sadly passed away.
Natalie emotionally recalled: “I had him for 13 and a half years. It was awful. It was just me and him.”
As a tribute to Bronson, Natalie has a necklace filled with her beloved dog’s chest and ear hair. She wears it close to her heart, with the fur being surrounded by aquamarine.
Emmerdale star Natalie J Robb welcomes new puppy
After Bronson’s sad passing, Natalie saw an advert for a puppy that matched one she saw in a dream, viewing it as a sign to enquire about the furry friend.
Four months later, Natalie beamed: “‘This morning I just got a little new delivery of a six month old puppy that I’ve rescued from Spain.
“He’s my Christmas present to myself.”
Natalie’s new puppy, Buddy, is a Spanish Master who she describes as ‘looking like Bambi,’ being ‘really tall’ and with ‘beautiful, black eyeliner,’ and comically looking ‘like a dog on stilts.’
Getting a new puppy isn’t all fun though, with Natalie only getting two hours sleep on the night of Buddy’s arrival. Poor Buddy had been in kennels since he was born, arriving frightened. Despite this though, he immediately loved receiving lots of cuddles from his new owner.
As the New Year approaches, Natalie is looking forward to spending lots of time with Buddy and taking him on trips out! How adorable!
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