Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has announced the death of his beloved dog Peggy. The 70-year-old shared the news on Instagram, revealing that Peggy died just weeks before her 16th birthday.
Don wrote: 'Peggy died yesterday. She was an old lady - a few weeks short of her 16th birthday - and went as she had lived, gently and without fuss. She was eccentric, quirky, infinitely gentle and loving and will be missed terribly. She is now buried in the coppice alongside Nigel and Nell and the other dogs.'
Fans and colleagues offered condolences, with one writing: 'I am so sorry, Monty. Dogs are such a special part of our lives.' The team at Gardeners' World magazine also expressed their sympathy.
Don's dogs have been familiar to viewers of the BBC show, often appearing alongside him. He also has dogs named Ned and Patti. His previous dog Nigel died in 2020, and Nellie died in 2023.
