“Mayhew is a beacon of hope for those in need and a shining example of what can be achieved when we work together.”

A statement on Meghan’s sussex.com website recounted the duchess’ bond with Oli, saying: “They shared many things throughout their friendship, among which was a deep commitment to animal welfare and a love of rescue dogs.”

It added: “The Oli Juste Wing is a testament to his unwavering love and commitment to our furry friends, and will improve the lives of countless animals, reminding us all of the power of compassion, connection, and care.”

The duchess has adopted a number of rescue dogs over the years including a Guy, a beagle, and a black Labrador called Pula.

Oli and his fiance Rob helped care for Guy when Meghan moved to the UK and the dog was recovering from an acc!dent.

Meghan wrote that she was left “heartbroken” by Oli’s d_eath.