Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani mourn beloved pet Betty

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are grieving the heartbreaking loss of a beloved member of their family after their longtime pet dog, Betty, passed away at the age of 18.

Stefani shared the sad news with her fans on Saturday, September 5, revealing that the couple was devastated by the loss of their furry companion. The singer took to Instagram to pay tribute to Betty and reflect on the years of love, happiness and unforgettable memories they shared with her.

“It’s with the heaviest hearts that we share our sweet Betty has gone to heaven,” Stefani wrote in an emotional post.

The singer went on to explain how much joy Betty had brought into their lives over the years. She thanked her beloved pet for the unconditional love and happiness she had given the family, while acknowledging just how deeply she would be missed.

“She made us all smile for 18 years… we’re going to miss her forever,” Stefani wrote, adding a heartfelt message of gratitude for everything Betty had brought to their lives.

Alongside the emotional announcement, Stefani shared a video filled with memories of Betty. The touching compilation featured moments of the singer spending time and playing with her beloved pet, giving fans a glimpse into the special bond they shared.

The video also included several moments in which Betty appeared in the public spotlight. Some clips showed references to the dog during television appearances, while another featured Betty making a cameo in the music video for Shelton and Stefani’s hit song Nobody But You.

The emotional tribute quickly attracted attention online, with fans expressing sympathy and sending messages of support to Stefani and Shelton as they mourned their longtime companion.

One fan offered comfort by writing that dogs leave permanent “paw prints” on their owners’ hearts and sent love to the entire family.

Another fan described Betty as precious and shared heartfelt condolences, wishing Stefani, Shelton and their family love and strength during the difficult time.

A further message reflected on the special relationship between people and their pets, describing the love dogs provide as unconditional and pure while wishing Betty peace.

Betty’s death marks another emotional moment for Stefani and Shelton, who have continued to build a family together since their relationship began.

The couple generally keeps details about their pets away from the spotlight, although they have occasionally shared glimpses of their animals with fans. In addition to Betty, they are also pet parents to their dog Ginger and their cat, Corn Shelton.

Corn Shelton became part of their family in 2024 after the kitten reportedly appeared at their home. The couple eventually adopted him, adding another furry companion to their household.

While Shelton and Stefani have been married for several years, they do not have any biological children together. However, Shelton has embraced his role as a stepfather to Stefani’s three sons from her previous marriage to Gavin Rossdale.

Stefani shares Kingston, Zuma and Apollo with Rossdale, and Shelton has become an important part of their lives since beginning his relationship with the singer.

Stefani and Shelton started dating after developing a close relationship while working together on The Voice. Their romance attracted considerable public attention, and after several years together, the couple tied the knot in July 2021.

Since then, the pair have continued to share their lives, family and home together.

As they say goodbye to Betty after 18 years, Stefani’s emotional tribute makes clear that the beloved pet was far more than an animal. She was a cherished part of the family whose memory will remain with them for years to come.