As one of the great singer-songwriters of our time, you could imagine Mariah Carey always rolls up with a diva-worthy entourage — including her many furry friends, of course. Whether she's performing in Las Vegas, or simply relaxing at home, Carey is often accompanied by her beloved Jack Russell terriers Mutley, Jill E. Beans, and Cha Cha close by her side. “They're not just my best friends but my protectors as well,” Carey says. “They're like my bodyguards, following me everywhere I go!”
What does a casual day off look with Carey and her canines, you may ask? Photographed at her historic house in Connecticut for our special Dogue package, Carey allowed Vogue in on an intimate day at home with her well-clad pets — all of whom, it turns out, are natural fashion icons too. (Fun fact: Cha Cha is Jill E. Beans's mother, and Jill E. Beans is Mutley's aunt.)
Striking their best poses while some of Carey's classic songs like “Dreamlover” played as the photo shoot soundtrack, the three dogs were seasoned model pros, proving that they clearly belong in front of the camera — just like their glamorous mom. Turns out, all they needed was some subtle coaching from Carey herself, who gently encouraged them on from the sidelines — in a mustard sleeveless Gucci tracksuit, no less.
There was Mutley, who proceeded to hit all of his marks (Carey even helped prop Mutley into perfect pianist position, claws elegantly posed on the ivory keys); Cha Cha, who was more coy, cool, and confident in front of the lens; and Jill E. Beans, who even serenaded us with some on-tune howling. All of them, naturally, donned looks styled by Carey herself — who outfitted Jill E. Beans in a statement necklace, and Cha Cha and Mutley in their best Wicked-inspired knits by Canine Styles — Mutley in Elphaba green, and Cha Cha in Glinda pink. Good style clearly runs in the family.
Below, Carey — and her dogs — answer Vogue's Dogue questionnaire.
What is your dog's best quality?
Sweetness.
Who would voice your dog in a movie?
Me!
Describe the voice you use to talk to your dog?
Baby voice.
What is your dog's weirdest nickname?
Chachita — it's not that weird, though!
Where is one place you wish you could take your dog?
The rides at Disneyworld!
Where is the strangest place you've taken your dog?
The ocean.
If you could tell your dog one thing, what would it be?
I love you <3.
What is the most human thing your dog does?
Cha Cha “speaks”! Mutley is a male model — he poses everywhere.
What is your full name? (Including middle names).
Cha Cha Carey.
Astrological sign?
Leo (rising moon Aries).
Favorite toy?
A green blanket.
Favorite meal?
Whatever I select from the chef.
Worst habit?
Fighting with my siblings.
Strangest habit?
Trying to eat makeup products.
If you could talk, what would your catchphrase be?
“Let me sleep! I'm the queen!”
What is your human's worst habit?
Spoiling us.
What is your full name? (Including middle names).
Mutley P. Carey.
Astrological sign?
Pisces.
Favorite toy?
Tennis ball.
Favorite meal?
Everything (except for chocolate).
Worst habit?
Peeing everywhere.
Strangest habit?
Covering my body with bedsheets and comforters.
If you could talk, what would your catchphrase be?
“Cha Cha, I'll get you!”
What is your human's worst habit?
Shushing me when I bark!
What is your full name? (Including middle names).
Jill E. Beans.
Astrological sign?
Aries.
Favorite toy?
Mutley's tennis ball.
Favorite meal?
Anything I see.
Worst habit?
Howling.
Strangest habit?
Covering myself with my bed.
If you could talk, what would your catchphrase be?
“Cha Cha, I'll get you too!”
What is your human's worst habit?
Doesn't play with me enough.
