Princess Charlotte: We answer 12 fun questions about the little royal

We've answered 12 fun questions about the littlest royal heir, Princess Charlotte! Click through for all the facts about Prince William and Kate's precious daughter, from her hobbies to her playmates...
<h2>WHAT IS CHARLOTTE'S FAVOURITE ANIMAL?</h2> <br>As it turns out, Charlotte has many! Kate recently shared that her daughter has a "passion" for horses, but she's also fond of the family's English cocker spaniel, Lupo, and their pet hamster Marvin (who inspired artist Christine Frazier to draw The Royal Hamster). Kate says, "Charlotte really likes [Marvin] because the whiskers always tickle her face." The little girl also enjoyed cozying up to a goldendoodle named Moose during her visit to Canada. <br>Photo: © Jonathan Hayward/CP
The Royal Hamster, wearing the red Preen party dress Kate wore while at a special gala in Canada.
<h2>WHAT WAS HER FAVOURITE GIFT FROM THE FAMILY'S VISIT TO CANADA?</h2> <br>We strongly suspect it was the teddy bear given to Prince William and Kate when they visited the charity Sheway in Vancouver. Upon receiving the toy, Kate said, "Charlotte will love this, she loves her teddies." Other kid-friendly mementoes from the trip include a personalized life jacket from emergency services, a toy police dog named Spike and a giant stuffed Dalmatian. <br>Photo: © Ben Nelms
<h2>WHAT KIND OF ROYAL TRAINING WILL SHE GET?</h2> <br>The duke and duchess are making Charlotte as comfortable as possible with her royal role by introducing experiences like royal tours - in Canada, she was encouraged to wave to the crowds - balcony appearances and public outings. Milestones to look forward to include her first walkabout; William did his when he was 10. <br>Photo: © Mario Testino
<h2>WILL CHARLOTTE BE AS SPORTY AS HER PARENTS?</h2> <br>It seems likely, as she's already showing off her athletic side. Her skills include riding (thought William says she doesn't have her own pony yet) and soccer. "George is sort of getting into [soccer] slowly, but Charlotte is showing more aptitude," the prince said, adding "She's a very good footballer. You hold her hand and she kicks it." <br>Photo: © iStock
<h2>WHO ARE HER GO-TO PLAYMATES?</h2> <br>In addition to her brother George, the princess has cousins Mia Tindall, 2, and Isla and Savannah Phillips, aged 4 and 5, nearby. She can also play with Charlie Van Cutsem, 4, son of William's friend Hugh, and Max, 3, son of her parents' friend Sam Waley-Cohen. Sweden's Princess Madeleine has said she would "love" to set up a play date with her kids Princess Leonore and Prince Nicolas. <br>Photo: © Getty Images
<h2>WHERE DOES KATE BUY CHARLOTTE'S CLOTHES?</h2> <br>The duchess has shown a penchant for Spanish labels, which are likely recommendations from nanny Maria Borrallo. Her picks include Pepa & Co., Irulea and m&h. Closer to home, Kate has bought outfits from John Lewis, Olivier Baby and Kids, Amaia Kids (a favourite for Charlotte's pretty hair bows) and Early Days (the company behind a lot of the princess's footwear). <br>Photo: © Getty Images
<h2>HOW ARE WILLIAM AND KATE GIVING HER A 'NORMAL' CHILDHOOD?</h2> <br>This was important to William's mother, Princess Diana, and he will likely follow her example (with trips to the movies and McDonald's, for example). The young princess will likely have chores, too; as a child, William was tasked with cleaning out the cage of his pet guinea pig. <br>Photo: © HRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
It's at Anmer Hall, the Cambridge's country home in Norfolk, where Charlotte will be able to live a more normal life and attend school nearby like her brother. <br>Photo: © Getty Images
<h2>WHERE WILL CHARLOTTE GO TO SCHOOL AND WHEN WILL SHE START?</h2> <br>Prince George began attending a local preschool, Westacre Montessori in Norfolk, when he was two and a half. It is likely that his younger sister will follow in his footsteps. The duke and duchess are keen for their children to have the chance to socialize with other youngsters and begin their education, but they don't want to rush things. George began his school career by attending for a few hours, two or three days a week, and slowly building up to half-days. <br>Photo: © Shutterstock
The world was delighted to see this photo of Prince George headed to his first day of school, complete with his little blue backpack. <br>Photo: © Kensington Palace
<h2>WHO HELPS LOOK AFTER THE ROYAL KIDS?</h2> <br>Although William and Kate are hands-on parents, the busy royals often need a little help with Charlotte and George. They rely on nanny Maria Borrallo, who lives with them at Anmer Hall and trained at the prestigious Norland College. They can also turn to Kate's parents - particularly Carole, who is an expert at planning kids' parties. The doting granny has introduced the kids to crafts and baking. "All children love to bake," she says. <br>Photo: © Getty Images
<h2>WHICH PARENT DOES SHE TAKE AFTER MOST?</h2> <br>While William was a mischievous tot, Kate was more obedient. Charlotte seems to be taking after her mom. <br>Photo: © Getty Images
"Catherine was a lovely little baby, cherubic and chubby-cheeked and so good," said neighbour George Brown. With the same looks and lovely nature, Charlotte - who started sleeping through the night much faster than George - has been described by her mom as "very cute" and her dad as a "little joy of heaven." <br>Photo: © The Middleton Family/Clarence House
<h2>WHAT IS HER FAVOURITE ACTIVITY?</h2> <br>Playing with balloons! At a children's party for military families in Victoria, B.C., Charlotte made a beeline for the balloon arch, hugging it with delight. "Are we going to go pop?" William asked playfully as his daughter tried to lift the arch off the ground. "Pop! Pop!" said Charlotte, whose happiness only increased when she received a teddy bear and flower sculptures from a balloon-maker. "We try making balloons at home, but it doesn't work," said William. <br>Photo: © Getty Images
<h2>COULD CHARLOTTE REIGN ONE DAY?</h2> <br>Yes, although it's unlikely, as she's fourth in line behind Prince Charles, dad William and big brother George. That being said, Queen Elizabeth II, pictured here, was never expected to rule either. <br>Photo: © Getty Images
What is certain is that Charlotte will retain her position even if William and Kate have another son, as the rules of succession favouring males were changed before George's birth. By comparison, Princess Anne dropped from second in line to third in line after her younger brother Prince Andrew was born in 1960. <br>Photo: © HRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
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