The Duke of Rudling who purchases Lassie from Sam Carraclough. He takes her to the Scottish Highlands, fires his servant Hynes after Hynes beats the dog, and ultimately allows the Carracloughs to keep Lassie while offering Sam Hynes' former job and tied house.
The Duke becomes Sam's employer by offering him a position and housing.
The Duke is Cilla's grandfather, establishing a direct familial bond.
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