Ree Drummond, also known as the Pioneer Woman, is mourning the loss of her dog, Charles.

Charles, the title character in Drummond's "Charlie the Ranch Dog" children's books, died Sunday, according to Drummond's website.

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In a post on her website, Drummond said she will allow parents to decide whether or not to tell their children about Charlie's death.

"It might not be necessary if they are younger!" she added.

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Drummond is the television personality behind Food Network's "The Pioneer Woman," which stems from her longtime blogging about ranch life and Southern living.

She recently opened The Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, where she lives.

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