After the loss of her dogs, Lexi and Harley, in 2019, Julianne Hough was heartbroken. But a few years later, things got better, thanks to her new pup, Sunny, who brought a lot of joy to her life. Here is everything we know about Julianne Hough’s dog Sunny’s age and breed.
How old is Julianne Hough’s dog Sunny?
The age of Sunny is 1. She will soon celebrate her second birthday on July 7, 2025.
The “Dancing with the Stars” host introduced her new companion on Instagram in 2023. Sunny was just a pup back then. Julianne Hough’s fans were smitten by the cuteness overdose. They flooded the comment section congratulating the star for a new furry friend.
Sunny has made a major impact on Julianne Hough’s mental health. Speaking on how cuddling with Sunny first thing in the morning helps her, she told People, “Our morning ritual is we’ll play in bed. I’ll wake her up and she’ll come and get into bed and we will play for a good, solid 15 minutes. You’ll be surprised when you’re laughing and playing and totally present with a dog — how much that changes your energy.”
What breed is Julianne Hough’s dog Sunny?
The breed of Julianne Hough’s dog Sunny seems to be Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, similar to her previous pet pooches. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are gentle pups who are experts at pleasing their human friends. Their life span is 9-14 years.
Julianne Hough’s previous dogs, Lexi and Harley, were killed on the same day by coyotes in 2019. The star was devastated by the loss. She paid a touching tribute to her beloved pets in 2024 saying, “Hard to believe it’s been 5 years without you in this 3D world.” Although, Julianne Hough misses her fur babies every day, with Sunny in her life now, things started to get better for the actress.
