In a heartwarming update from the heart of the monarchy, Buckingham Palace has confirmed that the late Queen Elizabeth II's beloved corgis remain in the care of Prince Andrew and continue to reside within the royal family fold.
The iconic dogs, who became synonymous with the Queen's public image during her historic 70-year reign, are living comfortably at Royal Lodge in Windsor alongside the Duke of York and his former wife, Sarah Ferguson.
A Royal Inheritance
Following Her Majesty's passing in September 2022, speculation mounted about the future of her cherished canine companions. The palace has now put such questions to rest, confirming the dogs remain very much part of the Mountbatten-Windsor family.
The arrangement sees Andrew and Sarah Ferguson sharing responsibility for the corgis, maintaining the royal standard of care the dogs enjoyed during their time with the Queen.
Life at Royal Lodge
Royal Lodge, the 30-room Grade II listed home in Windsor Great Park, provides ample space for the corgis to enjoy the countryside surroundings that characterized much of their life with the Queen.
The residence has become something of a canine sanctuary, with the Queen's corgis joining Andrew and Ferguson's own five Norfolk terriers in what palace insiders describe as a harmonious multi-dog household.
Continuing a Royal Tradition
The Queen's affection for corgis began in childhood when her father, King George VI, brought home the family's first corgi in 1933. Throughout her reign, she owned more than 30 corgis, many descended from her original dog, Susan.
These particular dogs represent the final chapter of that remarkable lineage, having been with the Queen during her final years and now serving as living reminders of her enduring legacy.
While the exact number of remaining corgis hasn't been disclosed, their continued presence within royal circles demonstrates the family's commitment to honouring the Queen's memory through the care of her most constant companions.
