Cardiff, June 22 -- Kate Middleton marked Prince William's 43rd birthday with a sweet tribute, sharing an adorable photo of the Prince of Wales surrounded by their beloved puppies on Instagram.

The Princess of Wales dedicated the post to her husband, writing, "Happy birthday... Love C, G, C, L, Orla and the puppies!"

The photo features William sitting in the grass, surrounded by their black Cocker Spaniel and three of her puppies.

This post comes just five months after William dedicated a rare tribute to Kate for her birthday in January.

The couple's strong bond has been evident throughout their marriage, particularly during challenging times, such as Kate's recent cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Despite these difficulties, the coupl...