10 Must-Knows About The Queen’s Favorite Corgi Dogs
Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 corgis as companion pets in her lifetime, making these dogs her closest companions
Dogs are humankind's true best pals. They will always be present, they love their humans, and they essentially become family. Even Queen Elizabeth II was no stranger to this close bond to canines. We all know that she kept dogs, notably corgis, as her lifelong companions.
More than 30 corgis have been owned by the Queen's family over the decades. Corgis are closely identified with the royal family. Not only have they become their greatest companions and have been considered part of the family. They have also deployed the dogs to assist others and to put people at ease in any stressful or traumatic circumstances.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi
In 1107 A.D., when Flemish weavers migrated to Wales, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi was developed. The dog of the Spitz breed that was crossed with the original Cardigan Corgis to generate the present Pembroke Welsh Corgis. Initially, they were bred to herd cattle, sheep, and horses. This breed is active, trainable, and friendly with children, adults, and other animals. It is not surprising why the Queen adores them so much.
With that in mind, in the gallery below are ten must-know details about the queen's beloved corgi dogs that will make you want one for yourself!
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It all started with the Queen’s parents.
As early as the year 1933, when she was able to witness her parents' friends owning a Corgi, Queen Elizabeth had a strong affinity for the breed. Their father approached a reputable breeder, Thelma Gray, and brought Dookie home for 7-year-old Elizabeth, who also desired a corgi. Dookie would be the first of more than 30 corgis owned by the queen throughout her lifetime. A few years later, the family welcomed Lady Jane, from the same breeder. Queen Elizabeth's obsession with corgis, which began at age seven and continues to the current day, was precipitated almost immediately by the arrival of this corgi.
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On Queen Elizabeth’s 18th birthday, Susan came into her life.
Over the years, the two were inseparable, prompting her to seek Susan a mate, so initiating 14 generations of breeding and resulting in the ownership of more than 30 corgis.
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Throughout her years of breeding, the Queen has never sold any of her doggos.
Every dog born after Susan was a reminder that life and dynasties continue to exist. Because of this, she kept all of her puppies or gave them to breeders, relatives, or friends.
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Princess Diana referred to the corgis as "a moving carpet."
Princess Diana remembers the chaotic group of pups that followed her. On the other hand,, the Queen refers to them as "the girls" and "the boys."
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It was the Queen’s routine to bring the corgis every time and everywhere.
The corgis joined her from each palace, vehicle, train, and even helicopter for several daily walks. She even brought Susan on her honeymoon with Prince Philip and made her corgis sleep in her apartment, despite the fact that Buckingham Palace has 775 rooms!
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The Queen’s corgis have their own Christmas traditions.
The Queen arranged that each dog must have their own Christmas stocking filled with tasty treats. In this photo, she is shown with one of her corgis at Sandringham, 1970.
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Just like Queen Elizabeth, the corgis also lived like royalty.
Not only were their fresh meals prepared by royal chefs, but also their medical care and treatment were provided by the Queen herself.
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There are mixed corgis.
Not all royal corgis are, technically, corgis. In the 1970s, there were also dorgis, a crossbreed of Pipkin, Princess Margaret's dachshund, and Tiny, a corgi. They bred the dogs again, resulting in the birth of ten more dorgis over the course of a decade, because they were so captivated by their distinctive and varied appearance.
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The queen's corgis and other pets have their own cemetery.
Susan was buried in the pet cemetery established by Queen Victoria at Sandringham in 1959. Since then, the Queen has utilized the area to bury deceased corgis.
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Sadly, not everyone in the Royal Family is fond of them.
The Queen has always owned at least one corgi and has even received them as gifts over the years. Prince Philip, who never shared his wife's enthusiasm for the breed, was reportedly overheard complaining that there were too many corgis in the palace. However, this did not prevent her from owning a corgi because she loves them so much! Prince Charles, on the other hand, favors labradors and has owned jack russell terriers for many years. William and Catherine, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, own a cocker spaniel.
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The corgis were not permitted to the queen's funeral ceremonies since Westminster Abbey has a severe policy against dogs, prohibiting them from walking on the premises. Instead, they were seen paying tribute to the her at the Windsor Castle grounds.
On a lighter note, it is reassuring to know that the Queen's corgis will be in a safe place. The Queen’s corgis will be living with Prince Andrew, the Queen’s son and one of the closest family members.
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