Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong affection for corgis has been the single most influential factor in transforming the breed from a regional herding dog into a global cultural icon, synonymous with British royalty and charm.

The Queen’s relationship with corgis began in 1933, when she received her first corgi, Dookie, as a child.

This early bond deepened when she was gifted another corgi, Susan, for her 18th birthday in 1944.

Susan became the matriarch of a royal corgi lineage, with many of the Queen’s subsequent corgis descending from her, establishing a direct and enduring family connection that lasted for decades.

Over her lifetime, Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 corgis, treating them as beloved family members and famously declaring, “My corgis are family,” a sentiment that underscored the depth of her attachment and set the tone for their elevated status within the royal household and beyond .

The Queen’s corgis were not only cherished companions but also enjoyed a lifestyle that reflected their royal status.

They were pampered with gourmet meals prepared by the same chefs who cooked for the Queen, with menus featuring chicken, liver, beef, and rabbit.

This level of care, revealed by former palace chef Darren McGrady, contributed to the public’s fascination with the breed and reinforced their image as pets of distinction .

The corgis’ luxurious treatment, including their own rooms and attentive care, further enhanced their appeal and set them apart as symbols of privilege and affection within the royal family .

The historical bond between the royal family and corgis has had a profound impact on the breed’s representation in British culture and its global popularity.

The Queen’s visible and affectionate relationship with her corgis made them emblematic of the monarchy itself.

Corgis became a fixture at royal events and public appearances, often seen accompanying the Queen during walks at Windsor Castle or featured in official photographs.

Their presence at significant moments, such as the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and her funeral—where her corgis Sandy and Muick were seen waiting at Windsor Castle—served as poignant reminders of their integral role in her life and the royal narrative .

This royal connection has been a powerful driver of the breed’s popularity, particularly during key moments in the Queen’s reign.

For example, registrations of Pembroke Welsh Corgis with the Kennel Club surged to a 30-year high around the time of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and following her passing in 2022, a trend directly attributed to her influence and the public’s affection for her and her dogs .

The Queen’s breeding of 14 generations of corgis further cemented the breed’s association with the royal family and contributed to their enduring legacy as symbols of charm, loyalty, and British heritage .

Corgis’ rise in media and popular culture is inextricably linked to their royal connection.

The breed has been prominently featured in various forms of media, often as a direct reference to the Queen.

During the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, images of corgis were projected onto Buckingham Palace, visually reinforcing their status as royal icons.

The annual “Tour de Corgi” event introduced a “Queen Elizabeth” costume category, reflecting the public’s affection for the Queen as a fellow corgi lover and celebrating the breed’s royal heritage .

The Queen’s corgis have also appeared in memorable media moments, such as the widely acclaimed sketch with Paddington Bear during the Jubilee, which showcased the Queen’s playful side and further endeared her—and her corgis—to the public .

Another iconic appearance occurred during the 2012 London Olympics, when the Queen was featured alongside Daniel Craig as James Bond in a sketch that included her corgis, solidifying their place in global popular culture as symbols of the monarchy .

The Queen’s love for corgis has inspired a wide range of merchandise, events, and artistic representations, further embedding the breed in the public consciousness.

For the Platinum Jubilee, a corgi-themed emoji named PJ was created, reflecting the breed’s cultural impact and its association with the Queen’s legacy .

Artistic tributes, such as a painting by Suzanne Watson depicting the Queen with her corgis, have come to symbolize her connection to the breed and her life of service, reinforcing their status as cultural icons linked to the monarchy .

The breed’s image has also been leveraged in marketing and branding, with companies such as the Welsh knitwear firm Corgi receiving a royal warrant from Prince Charles in 1989, demonstrating how royal endorsements can enhance brand prestige and appeal .

Public sentiment towards corgis, especially after the Queen’s death, has been marked by a surge in affection and interest.

The sight of her corgis at her funeral resonated deeply with the public, symbolizing the close bond she shared with them and reinforcing their role as beloved royal companions .

Prince William’s reassurance that the Queen’s remaining corgis were being well cared for further demonstrated the emotional investment people have in the breed and its royal connection .

The Kennel Club’s report of a 30-year high in Pembroke Welsh Corgi registrations following the Queen’s passing underscores the breed’s renewed popularity and the enduring influence of her legacy .

Corgis have also played a role in charity events and community engagement, reflecting their status as more than just pets.

Events such as the Corgi Spirits Pop-Up Market and the “Tour de Corgi” parade have celebrated the breed while supporting local businesses and charitable causes .

Individual corgis, like Enzo the Tactical Corgi, have been involved in community outreach projects, raising funds for organizations such as Toys for Tots and Prevent Child Abuse America, demonstrating the breed’s positive social impact and cultural significance .

The Queen’s endorsement of corgis has also shaped marketing strategies for the breed.

The royal connection is a powerful narrative that can be leveraged to attract buyers, emphasizing the breed’s unique heritage and association with loyalty, charm, and British royalty.

Marketing approaches that highlight the corgi’s royal lineage, use imagery and storytelling centered on their status as “royal pets,” and engage audiences through social media campaigns and themed merchandise have proven effective in enhancing the breed’s desirability .

Collaborations with pet influencers and brands aligned with the royal theme, as well as participation in community events celebrating the royal legacy, further promote the breed and foster a sense of belonging among owners and enthusiasts .

In British pop culture, corgis have become ubiquitous symbols of the monarchy and national identity.

Their frequent depiction in cartoons, films, advertisements, and plush toys has amplified their presence and appeal, making them highly desirable pets for those seeking a connection to the royal legacy .

The Queen’s personal history with corgis has provided a compelling narrative that resonates with dog lovers worldwide, positioning the breed as both charming companions and living emblems of a unique and prestigious heritage .

In summary, Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong love for corgis has been instrumental in transforming the breed into a global cultural icon.

Her personal bond with the breed, the royal lineage she established, and the corgis’ prominent presence in media, public events, and cultural products have all contributed to their widespread popularity and enduring appeal.

The royal connection continues to make corgis highly desirable pets, celebrated for their charm, loyalty, and unique association with British royalty .

Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong affection for corgis has been the single most influential factor in transforming the breed from a regional herding dog into a global cultural icon, synonymous with British royalty and charm.

Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong affection for corgis has been the single most influential factor in transforming the breed from a regional herding dog into a global cultural icon, synonymous with British royalty and charm.

Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong affection for corgis has been the single most influential factor in transforming the breed from a regional herding dog into a global cultural icon, synonymous with British royalty and charm.

The Queen’s relationship with corgis began in 1933, when she received her first corgi, Dookie, as a child.

The Queen’s relationship with corgis began in 1933, when she received her first corgi, Dookie, as a child.

The Queen’s relationship with corgis began in 1933, when she received her first corgi, Dookie, as a child.

This early bond deepened when she was gifted another corgi, Susan, for her 18th birthday in 1944.

This early bond deepened when she was gifted another corgi, Susan, for her 18th birthday in 1944.

This early bond deepened when she was gifted another corgi, Susan, for her 18th birthday in 1944.

Susan became the matriarch of a royal corgi lineage, with many of the Queen’s subsequent corgis descending from her, establishing a direct and enduring family connection that lasted for decades.

Susan became the matriarch of a royal corgi lineage, with many of the Queen’s subsequent corgis descending from her, establishing a direct and enduring family connection that lasted for decades.

Susan became the matriarch of a royal corgi lineage, with many of the Queen’s subsequent corgis descending from her, establishing a direct and enduring family connection that lasted for decades.

Over her lifetime, Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 corgis, treating them as beloved family members and famously declaring, “My corgis are family,” a sentiment that underscored the depth of her attachment and set the tone for their elevated status within the royal household and beyond .

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Wales football fans have hit out at what they describe as the ‘joke’ prices of products in a collaboration between the FAW and knitwear company Corgi.

An email sent out on the weekend to members of the Red Wall membership scheme notified supporters of the tie-in between the Football Association of Wales and the Welsh knitwear company.

However, it quickly prompted criticism amongst supporters, causing a flurry of complaints on social media by fans who believe the products offered in the Red Wall collaboration are too expensive.

At a time of a cost of living crisis, hats fans said that hats retailing between £45 and £85, and scarves priced at £90 were out of the reach of most pockets.

Many supporters vented their spleen on the Wales Football Fans Group on Facebook.

‘HOW MUCH???’ wrote one poster, while another called the prices ‘a joke’ and a third said: ‘I dropped my phone in terror when I saw the scarf’.

Others joked: ‘At least Dick Turpin wore a mask’, and ‘Christ. I hope there’s a heater installed inside the hat for that cost’.

Corgi, which is based in Ammanford, was founded in 1892 and has historical links to the Royal Family, which includes a royal warrant which was awarded to the company by Prince Charles in 1989.

It’s website displays the Prince of Wales three feathers – next to wording which reads: By royal appointment to HRH the Prince of Wales knitwear and hosiery manufacturers.

Many Wales football fans especially those amongst the Red Wall have shown themselves to have republican leanings, and the company’s branding of the three feathers and links to the Royal Family didn’t exactly endear themselves to some supporters.

‘It is by appointment of that English fella to be fair 🙄,’ one wrote, while another posted: ‘The ‘by appointment’ and feather duster badge was enough for me, they could be 45p each and I still wouldn’t buy.’

In response, a spokesperson for the FAW pointed out that the range with Corgi Socks is one aspect of the licensed merchandise offerings from multiple providers that cater for all different price ranges.

These include:
JD Sports – replica shirts, training wear, fan wear & accessories
The World Football Store – fan wear & accessories
FOCO – gifts
Oddballs – underwear
Visually Speaking – exclusive Cymru prints
Cymru Photography – pictures from matches

All of the above are accessible via the ’Shop’ page on the FAW website

The spokesperson added that: ‘The Corgi range is being offered to fans with a discount if they’re a member of The Red Wall.

‘The FAW plans to add further licensed merchandise ranges in the future.’

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As Prince William surprised mourners waiting outside Westminster Hall to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II on Saturday, one had a pressing question on her mind: How are the late Queen’s beloved corgis faring?

“I saw them the other day,” the recently anointed Prince of Wales, 40, said in response.

“They’re being looked after fine. They’re two very friendly corgis. They’ve got a good home, they’re being looked after very well.”

The woman looked rather relieved to hear this, offering her condolences to William before he continued down the line.

It’s widely known that Queen Elizabeth harbored a lifelong adoration for the dog breed.

When she died on Sept. 8 at the age of 96, she left two of them behind: Muick and Sandy, along with a cocker spaniel named Lissy. Another one of her much-loved pups, an elderly dachshund-corgi mix named Candy, reportedly passed away just months before the Queen‘s death.

As Prince William alluded, Muick and Sandy have already safely moved in with Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson – with whom he still cohabitates – at their shared residence in Windsor. Meanwhile, Lissy is reportedly staying with her trainer, per E!.

As previously reported, it was back in 1933 when Queen Elizabeth II received her first corgi, Dookie. The pooch was gifted to the then-7-year-old by her father, George VI.

The late Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 corgis throughout her life, getting her first one in 1933 at age 7.

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The late Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 corgis throughout her life, getting her first one in 1933 at age 7.

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The late Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 corgis throughout her life, getting her first one in 1933 at age 7.

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The late Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 corgis throughout her life, getting her first one in 1933 at age 7.

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The late Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 corgis throughout her life, getting her first one in 1933 at age 7.

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Then, on the Queen’s 18th birthday in 1944, her parents gave her another corgi-pup, this one named Susan.

It’s been reported that, of the more than 30 corgis Queen Elizabeth was said to have owned over her lifetime, many were Susan’s descendants. The lineage sadly ended in 2015, however, when her last living progeny, Willow, died at the age of 15.

The Duke and Duchess of York brought Muick – along with another pooch named Fergus who tragically succumbed to a congenital heart defect very shortly thereafter – into the Queen’s life in March of 2021 to cheer her up in light of her late husband Prince Philip’s declining health. The late Duke of Edinburgh died at the age of 99 that April.

From there, Sandy found her way to Buckingham Palace on the occasion of the Queen’s 95th birthday.

She seemed to have no problem fitting right into the royal lifestyle, easily making her way into the monarch’s heart after the loss of her husband.

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Corgis bred for herding livestock long before Queen Elizabeth II made them famous

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While corgis are synonymous with the late Queen Elizabeth II, it might be a surprise to know the tiny breed is still used as a working dog in Australia.

The Queen had 30 corgis as pets over her lifetime, giving the breed its international recognition.

But the dog has been used for centuries to herd livestock.

Jean Milnes herds south of Adelaide with her female corgi, Tirion.

"[Corgis] have been herding since the Middle Ages at least, there is documentary evidence of them herding back in about 800AD," she said.

"I just got into it because I thought this would be fun to do to see if she could remember what her ancestors used to do."

Exercising instincts

There are few corgi herders in Australia now, but Ms Milne is hoping the popularity will boom after the death of the Queen, returning the breed to its farming roots.

"I still have the conversation with people who think corgis are wonderful, associate them with being the Queen's dog, and don't realise that they actually have a job to do," Ms Milnes said.

"There is ... going to be an influx of people wanting corgis for the next year or so, and it would be nice if they did something more than just go to the dog park."

Her corgi trains for herding competitions.

"We should be doing things that … dogs enjoy as well," she said.

"They need to be given the opportunity to achieve things.

"I think it is very important in any breed to maintain what they were intended to do."

Big brain, little legs

National Welsh Corgi Council secretary Sadie Podger said the dogs were very intelligent, which was needed when herding animals.

"Years ago … the farmers found that these dogs are actually quite smart and adapt to their conditions that they're in and found that they were the better of all the cattle type dogs that they had," she said.

Ms Podger said corgis were known as herd heelers because they could nip the rear legs of livestock to guide and direct the animal.

"When they herd they can roll from one side … of the cattle to the other side with that, and then sort of directing the cattle to where they want it, because cattle can be quite stubborn."

"They're low to the ground so they can drop their head a little bit, and basically the hoof goes over the top of their head where a taller dog could get hit in the head."

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The Queen’s corgis were not only cherished companions but also enjoyed a lifestyle that reflected their royal status.

The Queen’s corgis were not only cherished companions but also enjoyed a lifestyle that reflected their royal status.

The Queen’s corgis were not only cherished companions but also enjoyed a lifestyle that reflected their royal status.

They were pampered with gourmet meals prepared by the same chefs who cooked for the Queen, with menus featuring chicken, liver, beef, and rabbit.

They were pampered with gourmet meals prepared by the same chefs who cooked for the Queen, with menus featuring chicken, liver, beef, and rabbit.

They were pampered with gourmet meals prepared by the same chefs who cooked for the Queen, with menus featuring chicken, liver, beef, and rabbit.

This level of care, revealed by former palace chef Darren McGrady, contributed to the public’s fascination with the breed and reinforced their image as pets of distinction .

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Content: Throughout her life, the Queen has made no secret of her love for her corgis and dorgis. The monarch has often been seen alongside her furry friends, and it is thought that she has looked after more than 30 of the dogs over the years.

As you can imagine, the Queen’s beloved pets have been treated to lives of pure luxury, with their meals more extravagant than most. The pampered pooches obviously couldn't just eat any old normal dog food, but instead are said to feast on the best ingredients produced by top chefs.

The corgis' diet is thought to be made up of luxurious meals such as fillet steaks and chicken breast. Royal biographer Brian Hoey revealed the details of the corgi’s luxurious diet in his book Pets by Royal Appointment.

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The biographer also revealed how the carefully prepared meals are delivered by a footman and then covered in gravy that is poured by the Queen herself. The pampered pets are also reportedly off limits when it comes to discipline. Brian wrote in his book that nobody is allowed to raise a finger or a voice to any of the dogs.

He claimed they cock their legs and do what corgis do wherever they want — on antique furniture, priceless carpets. They are also said to have their own room and they are allowed to wander around freely. According to Mail Online, the dogs never eaten tinned food and have even been given homeopathic remedies when they get sick.

The monarch’s close relationship with the corgi breed of dog goes back to 1933 when her father brought home a corgi that would later be named Dookie. When she was younger the Queen also had a corgi called Susan, who was gifted to her in 1944 for her 18th birthday, and quickly became a close companion.

Many of the Queen’s later corgis are said to be descendants of Susan, as the Queen continued to breed the line of dogs over fifty years. She even went on to create a number of 'dorgis', after cross breeding one of her dogs with Margaret's Dachshund, Pipkin.

Last year the Queen welcomed two new dorgis, one called Fergus and one called Muick, but the former sadly died from a heart defect in May. In June 2021, Prince Andrew and daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie gave the Queen a new puppy, named Sandy, on what would have been Prince Philip's 100th birthday.

According to Hello!, one of the Queen's closest aides, Angela Kelly, has told how the pets "always brought a smile to everyone's faces" in a new chapter for her book The Other Side of the Coin, The Queen, the Dresser and the Wardrobe. She said: "I was worried they would get under The Queen's feet, but they have turned out to be a godsend. They are beautiful and great fun and The Queen often takes long walks with them in Home Park."

Angela revealed that the dogs accompanied the Queen on a flight to Balmoral in August 2021. She told: "They were very well behaved, with Louis the footman on hand. Candy, who is an old hand at flying – she must have been on hundreds of flights in her lifetime – ambled about and kept her eye on the young pups. The puppies stayed close to The Queen but occasionally sniffed around your feet as they hoped for a nibble of something tasty from our lunch."

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The corgis’ luxurious treatment, including their own rooms and attentive care, further enhanced their appeal and set them apart as symbols of privilege and affection within the royal family .

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Content: Queen Elizabeth II's corgis are 'thriving' a year after death of the monarch, Sarah, Duchess of York has said.

The late Queen's former daughter-in-law took over care of her final two corgis, Muick and Sandy, after her passing - housing them at Royal Lodge in Windsor.

The duchess has revealed how Queen Elizabeth 'entrusted' her with their care after death. Sarah shared a photograph of herself crouching on the edge of a field with the dogs, as she commemorated the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's death a year today.

Sandy and Muick were given to the Queen during the coronavirus pandemic as gifts from her son the Duke of York. They played a sweet role in her committal service at Windsor Castle last September.

Read more: Anniversary tribute to late Queen Elizabeth II will be led by the Prince and Princess of Wales

The neatly groomed dogs were brought to the castle's quadrangle for the arrival of the late Queen's coffin, ahead of the service exclusive to family and trusted staff at St George's Chapel. Sarah Ferguson - nicknamed Fergie - wrote: "As we mourn a year on, we also celebrate the wonderful times we shared with Her Late Majesty the Queen.

"She entrusted me with the care of her corgis Sandy and Muick and I am delighted to say they are thriving."

Throughout her life, the Queen owned more than 30 corgis - many of which were direct descendants from Susan, who was an 18th birthday present from her parents in 1944. The Queen fell in love with her father George VI's dog Dookie, and wanted a corgi of her own.

Susan was so loved and cherished that she even accompanied Princess Elizabeth on her honeymoon.

The historical bond between the royal family and corgis has had a profound impact on the breed’s representation in British culture and its global popularity.

The historical bond between the royal family and corgis has had a profound impact on the breed’s representation in British culture and its global popularity.

The historical bond between the royal family and corgis has had a profound impact on the breed’s representation in British culture and its global popularity.

The Queen’s visible and affectionate relationship with her corgis made them emblematic of the monarchy itself.

The Queen’s visible and affectionate relationship with her corgis made them emblematic of the monarchy itself.

The Queen’s visible and affectionate relationship with her corgis made them emblematic of the monarchy itself.

Corgis became a fixture at royal events and public appearances, often seen accompanying the Queen during walks at Windsor Castle or featured in official photographs.

Corgis became a fixture at royal events and public appearances, often seen accompanying the Queen during walks at Windsor Castle or featured in official photographs.

Corgis became a fixture at royal events and public appearances, often seen accompanying the Queen during walks at Windsor Castle or featured in official photographs.

Their presence at significant moments, such as the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and her funeral—where her corgis Sandy and Muick were seen waiting at Windsor Castle—served as poignant reminders of their integral role in her life and the royal narrative .

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Annual ‘Tour de Corgi’ event to include new ‘Queen Elizabeth’ costume category to honour the monarch

“We all have a very strong affection for her as a fellow corgi lover," Tour de Corgi founder Tracy Stewart was quoted as saying

Queen Elizabeth II is seen walking in the private grounds of Windsor Castle, in England, on steps at the rear of the East Terrace and East Garden with four of her dogs: clockwise from top left Willow (corgi), Vulcan (dorgie), Candy (dorgie) and Holly (AP/PTI)

As a tribute to the late UK monarch Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away at the age of 96 at her Balmoral estate in Scotland on September 8, after reigning for 70 long years, the Tour de Corgi parade — an annual event that celebrates the dog breed corgi — will include a new element this year that is likely to make fans of the British royal family and corgi lovers happy.

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It is no secret that the queen was extremely fond of dogs, especially corgis, from a very early age, and that she had been breeding them until 2018, when she finally realised that she may have to leave some of them behind after her death.

According to Country Living, the queen had four dogs at the time of her death: two Pembroke Welsh Corgis, a Dorgi (Corgi-Dachshund mix), and a Cocker Spaniel named Lissy, who joined the family only this year, in January 2022.

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In her lifetime, she reportedly bred 14 generations of corgis, and even famously declared: “My corgis are family.”

According to an Independent report, Queen Elizabeth‘s love for her four-legged friends was well-documented during this year’s platinum jubilee celebrations in the UK, when the sky above Buckingham Palace was lit up with images of the dog breed.

The publication mentioned that the Tour de Corgi parade this year — which has been taking place in Fort Collins, Colorado since 2014 — will include a “Queen Elizabeth and her corgis” costume competition, in “memorium and to honour her”, quoting the event’s organisers who shared this with a local newspaper ‘The Coloradoan‘.

This is a May 12, 1973 file photo of Queen Elizabeth II sitting with her corgis, at Virginia Water to watch competitors, including Prince Philip in the Marathon of the European Driving Championship, part of the Royal Windsor Horse Show.

Tour de Corgi founder Tracy Stewart was quoted as saying, “We all have a very strong affection for her as a fellow corgi lover. I think it is just, you know, our dogs are such a big part of our hearts that it creates a very heartfelt connection.”

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According to a Reader’s Digest report, the queen was fond of corgis because of their “energy and untamed spirit”, and the fact that her parents welcomed the family’s first corgi, Dookie, in 1933. Eleven years later, in 1944, the queen’s father gifted her a corgi named Susan for her 18th birthday. The pupper even accompanied her on her honeymoon, and gave birth to a pair of puppies in 1949, which reportedly marked the beginning of the royal line of corgis.

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Content: Daniel Craig Shares His Loving Memories Of The Queen After Working Together

Daniel Craig, known for headlining as the most recent 007, shared his loving memories of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022, following the announcement of her heartbreaking death. "I, like so many, was deeply saddened by the news today and my thoughts are with the royal family, those she loved, and all those who loved her," the "James Bond" star told the Press Association news agency. He went on to note, "She leaves an incomparable legacy and will be profoundly missed," (via Yahoo! News).

Craig featured alongside the queen in a James Bond-inspired sketch at London's 2012 Summer Olympics, astonishing audiences when he — in full character — helped a stunt-double version of Queen Elizabeth II parachute from a helicopter. The actor has previously commented on Her Majesty's sense of humor, describing her as "very funny, wants to crack a joke, and crack a joke about me," during a 2022 appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (via Independent).

Celebrities and politicians, from Sir Elton John to Barack Obama — whose tribute to the queen will tug at your heartstrings — have spoken out about Her Majesty's passing, sending their deepest condolences to the royal family. In a statement posted to social media following his mother's passing, King Charles III shared his own sentiments, commenting, "During this period of mourning and change, my family and I will be comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which The Queen was so widely held."

This royal connection has been a powerful driver of the breed’s popularity, particularly during key moments in the Queen’s reign.

This royal connection has been a powerful driver of the breed’s popularity, particularly during key moments in the Queen’s reign.

This royal connection has been a powerful driver of the breed’s popularity, particularly during key moments in the Queen’s reign.

For example, registrations of Pembroke Welsh Corgis with the Kennel Club surged to a 30-year high around the time of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and following her passing in 2022, a trend directly attributed to her influence and the public’s affection for her and her dogs .

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Content: Daniel Craig Confirms What We Suspected About Queen Elizabeth's Personality

Daniel Craig faced big expectations when he was cast to portray James Bond. The iconic British secret agent first created by novelist Ian Fleming went on to become a classic cinematic character, starting with the first actor to play the role, the late Sean Connery. Decades later, Craig stepped in to bring Bond in the modern era. Craig wrapped up his career as Bond with the 2021 film "No Time to Die." After a lengthy release delay from the pandemic, fans finally got to see the thrilling conclusion of Craig's contribution to the series. "The whole thing is so surreal in so many ways," Craig explained on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

Craig has been open about his experiences with co-stars, like Lashana Lynch who played another secret agent in "No Time to Die" alongside Bond. "She's a consummate, brilliant professional actor," Craig told GamesRadar. As for Craig's personality while filming, his "Knives Out" co-star Noah Segan revealed Craig "makes a really good espresso martini," per Us Weekly.

Another person who is arguably more responsible for the safety of the United Kingdom than Bond is Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Yet, despite being one of the most public figures in the world, her actual personality often remains secretive. In fact, only those in her inner circle may have an idea of the real person underneath the crown. Fortunately for Craig, he had a chance to co-star with her and find out what the queen is really like in person.

The Queen has a sense of humor

When London hosted the 2012 Olympics, the international competition wanted to highlight some of the best aspects of the host city. Aside from perhaps Harry Potter, the most well-known fictional character in England may be James Bond. As for non-fictional people in London, none is more famous and prestigious than the queen. So, the two united for an Olympics promotional video. The short clip gives viewers a peek inside the queen's royal residence, Buckingham Palace. Craig, portraying Bond, joins the queen for a helicopter ride across London's skyline before the two fictionally jump out and paraglide into the Olympic Opening Ceremony. Years later, the actor talked about what it was like behind the scenes on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

When the host asked Craig what the queen was like in real life, the actor explained, "Very funny. Wants to crack a joke and cracked a joke about me." According to Craig, in the middle of a photo session with the queen, she said of the actor, "Oh no! He's the one that doesn't smile." All Craig could think of was, "Fair enough." The actor also said he had a chance to "roll around on the floor" with the queen's cute Pembroke Welsh Corgis.

For his contribution to the James Bond character, Queen Elizabeth awarded Craig the Order of St Michael and St George, or CMG for short. In a cool connection, the same honor was presented to Bond in Fleming's universe.

The Queen’s breeding of 14 generations of corgis further cemented the breed’s association with the royal family and contributed to their enduring legacy as symbols of charm, loyalty, and British heritage .

Corgis’ rise in media and popular culture is inextricably linked to their royal connection.

Corgis’ rise in media and popular culture is inextricably linked to their royal connection.

Corgis’ rise in media and popular culture is inextricably linked to their royal connection.

The breed has been prominently featured in various forms of media, often as a direct reference to the Queen.

The breed has been prominently featured in various forms of media, often as a direct reference to the Queen.

During the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, images of corgis were projected onto Buckingham Palace, visually reinforcing their status as royal icons.

During the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, images of corgis were projected onto Buckingham Palace, visually reinforcing their status as royal icons.

During the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, images of corgis were projected onto Buckingham Palace, visually reinforcing their status as royal icons.

The annual “Tour de Corgi” event introduced a “Queen Elizabeth” costume category, reflecting the public’s affection for the Queen as a fellow corgi lover and celebrating the breed’s royal heritage .

The Queen’s corgis have also appeared in memorable media moments, such as the widely acclaimed sketch with Paddington Bear during the Jubilee, which showcased the Queen’s playful side and further endeared her—and her corgis—to the public .

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Content: Mourning corgis, an iconic salute: What you missed from the Queen’s funeral

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Mourning corgis, an iconic salute: What you missed from the Queen’s funeral

By Julia Naughton

Queen Elizabeth II’s final farewell stretched for more than 12 hours with two separate services taking place before she was laid to rest in a private burial at Windsor.

In an event unlike anything ever witnessed in modern history, the day was replete with pageantry and symbolism bringing closure to the monarch’s 70-year reign.

Here’s what you may have missed.

A moving handwritten note

As the Queen’s coffin processed through Westminster Abbey followed by the King, the Prince and Princess of Wales, their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte, and other royal family members, a handwritten note could be seen atop the wreath of flowers.

The black handwriting read: “In loving and devoted memory, Charles R.” Charles R is Charles Rex, the King’s new signature. Rex is Latin for king. The note was edged in black, which follows the mourning rituals of the royal family.

The card is reminiscent of the note left by Princes William and Harry on the coffin of their mother, Diana, in 1997. It read simply: “Mummy.”

Pearls, pearls, pearls

In a tribute to the late Queen, the Princess of Wales and the Duchess of Sussex accessorised with pearl jewellery. Pearls are traditionally worn by royals in mourning because of their quiet elegance.

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Catherine’s Bahrain pearl drop earrings and four-strand pearl and diamond choker were borrowed from the Queen’s jewellery collection, reports British Vogue.

She previously wore the necklace to the Queen and Prince Philip’s diamond wedding anniversary in 2017 and to the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh in April 2021. In 1982, Princess Diana also borrowed the piece.

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex’s pearl earrings were a gift from the Queen after her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018.

A spectacular salute

As the procession moved past the Cenotaph in London, King Charles III and his elder son, the Prince of Wales, saluted the UK’s national war memorial – a moment that’s sure to become an iconic image of the day.

In another poignant family moment earlier in the day, Prince George and Princess Charlotte followed the Queen’s coffin alongside their parents and other members of the royal family as it was processed through Westminster Abbey.

The Long Walk like you’ve never seen it

As the hearse made its final journey to Windsor Castle for the committal service at St George’s Chapel, crowds of people filled the Long Walk for as far as the eye could see.

Also watching from afar was the Queen’s favourite pony, Emma. Pipes and drums sounded as the late monarch approached her final resting place.

The loyalest of subjects say goodbye

When the procession arrived in the quadrangle at Windsor, two of the Queen’s corgis, Sandy and Muick, were waiting to say their final goodbye.

After the Queen’s death, it was announced that Sarah, Duchess of York and Prince Andrew would adopt the dogs and live with them at Royal Lodge.

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Another iconic appearance occurred during the 2012 London Olympics, when the Queen was featured alongside Daniel Craig as James Bond in a sketch that included her corgis, solidifying their place in global popular culture as symbols of the monarchy .

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Content: King Charles Spaniel numbers are declining and the breed is on the Kennel Club's 'vulnerable list' - amid Corgi boom following Queen Elizabeth's death

  • Corgis have seen boom in popularity after Platinum Jubilee and death of Queen
  • Number of Pembroke Welsh Corgis registered with Kennel Club hit 30-year peak
  • But popularity of King Charles Spaniels is continuing to decline, hitting a low
  • Lovers of the breed are hoping sharing name with new King will boost the dogs

Interest in Corgis has boomed following the Platinum Jubilee and the death of Queen Elizabeth, according to the Kennel Club.

Numbers of Pembroke Welsh Corgis registered with the organisation have reached a 30-year high, the Times reports.

Conversely, King Charles Spaniels are continuing to see a decline in their popularity, with lovers of the breed reportedly hoping that sharing a moniker with the new monarch may give the dogs a boost (though the new king prefers Jack Russells).

The breed, which is on the Kennel Club's vulnerable list, hit a low in 2020, with just 56 registrations. This increased to 91 in 2021, but numbers so far this year are so low, it is likely to drop beneath 2020.

The number of Corgis registered with the Kennel Club has reached a 30-year high, with interest growing following the death of the Queen (pictured here in 1980 with three of the dogs)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (as pictured) are doing well in terms of popularity, although their close relative the King Charles Spaniel (not pictured) is seeing a decline

However, it notes that Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, the original breed from which King Charles diverged in the middle of the century, is doing well, with 3,772 registrations last year.

The original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dog breed was developed from toy spaniels. Popular as women's pets, they were also beloved of King Charles II, who was said to be so fond of his spaniels, he could not be parted from them.

Although Corgis were on the Kennel Club's vulnerable list in 2014, they are now one ofthe UK's most popular breeds, and the Queen is credited with boosting their popularity (pictured: Queen Elizabeth with one of her beloved corgis, Candy)

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has become known as a symbol of British royalty thanks to its long-standing association with the Queen

Lovers of the ailing King Charles Spaniel may look to the influence the Queen had in turning around the fortune of corgis in recent decades.

The breed was listed as 'vulnerable' in 2014, and the Kennel Club credits Her Majesty's love of the dogs as the major factor in making them one of the UK's most popular breeds today.

Corgis, which have four short legs, a long snout and two huge pointed ears, are famous for being a symbol of British royalty.

HISTORY OF THE CORGI BREED

The word 'Corgi' is Welsh for 'Dwarf Dog', and there are two types; the Pembroke, which is the Queen's breed, and the Cardigan Corgi, a descendent Teckel family of dogs, which also produced the Dachshund

Pembroke Welsh Corgis originated in Pembrokeshire, Wales from the Spitz family of dogs which are characterised by long, thick fur and pointed ears and muzzle

Corgis are a cattle herding breed that can be traced back as far as 1107 AD, thought to have been brought to Wales by  Flemish weavers

They are the type of herding dog referred to as 'heelers', meaning that they would nip at the heels of cattle to keep them moving

The combination of their low height off the ground and the innate agility of Welsh Corgis would allow them to avoid the hooves of the larger animals

They were officially recognised as a native British breed by The Kennel Club in 1928, but Cardigans and Pembrokes weren't seen as separate breeds until 1934

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The Queen owned more than 30 of the sandy, short-legged dogs throughout her reign.

She was gifted her first corgi, called Susan, for her 18th birthday from her late father King George VI. Ten generations of her corgis then descended from Susan.

Her dogs were given the Royal treatment having their own rooms with elevated wicker baskets and meals of beef, chick, rabbit, liver, cabbage and rice being prepared by a chef each evening.

Sometimes the Queen herself made the dog's meals. But her late husband was said to have 'loathed' the dogs' yapping.

She left behind two dogs - Sandy and Muick - who are now cared for by Prince Andrew and the Duchess of York at their Royal Lodge home.

Muick, pronounced Mick, joined the royal family at the start of 2021 along with a so-called 'dorgi', a cross between a corgi and a dachshund, called Fergus.

Fergus, who had been named after the Monarch's uncle who was killed during battle in the First World War, died after just five months.

He was later replaced with a new corgi called Sandy, as a 95th birthday present from Prince Andrew and his daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.

Meanwhile Muick was named after Loch Muick on the Balmoral Estate.

Palace sources speaking to the Daily Mail previously revealed the beloved corgis were 'with [the Queen] in the room' at her deathbed when she died on September 8 at Balmoral.

They then touched people's hearts when they made a poignant appearance at Her Majesty's funeral on September 19.

As the late monarch's coffin made its way from London to its final resting place in Windsor, Muick and Sandy waited for the processional to pass, to see the Queen for one last time.

The dogs were seen waiting in the quadrangle with two aides before the late monarch was laid to rest in St George's Chapel.

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Content: Photos Show The Grand Scale And Personal Moments Of Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral

Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest on Monday in England after an unprecedented 70 years on the British throne.

On Monday, Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral was held at Westminster Abbey before she was interred at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor. The monarch was buried next to her husband, Prince Philip, among other royalty, including her father, King George VI. It followed days of mourning since her death at age 96 on Sept. 8, and the procession of her coffin (adorned with the crown jewels) was met by tens of thousands of people who filled the streets from London to Windsor. Members of the royal family were in attendance, along with more than 100 world leaders, including President Joe Biden — and even the Queen’s surviving corgis.

A yeomen of the guard (right) and gentleman-at-arms take their positions ahead of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral at Westminster Abbey.

From left: King Charles III; Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex; Prince Andrew, Duke of York; and Prince William, Prince of Wales, in the procession following the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle.

The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II is carried in the state hearse as it proceeds toward St. George's Chapel in Windsor, England.

The Queen's funeral procession travels along the Mall in London, Sept. 19, 2022.

A member of the Coldstream Guards walks past a bed of flowers.

Crowds gather on the Mall near Buckingham Palace, ahead of the funeral at Westminster Abbey.

People view flower tributes to Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle.

Members of the Royal Navy and the press attend the funeral at Westminster Abbey.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, sits in a car as she attends the state funeral and burial.

King Charles III and Anne, Princess Royal, ahead of the committal service in Windsor, England.

A piper plays during the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in London.

Members of the royal family during the funeral procession at Westminster Abbey

People sleep as they wait for the start of the funeral at Westminster Abbey.

The ceremonial procession of the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II travels down the Long Walk as it arrives at Windsor Castle.

Prince George of Wales and Princess Charlotte of Wales during the funeral.

Mourners ahead of the state funeral in Windsor, England.

Members of the public pet a police officer's horse during the Queen's funeral procession in London.

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, and other clergy members are seen leaving the state funeral in London.

The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II with the Imperial State Crown resting on top of it departs Westminster Abbey.

A guest glances at a member of the Coldstream Guards ahead of the committal service at Windsor Castle.

Mourners watch Queen Elizabeth II's hearse in Windsor.

The Lady Usher of the Black Rod, Sarah Clarke OBE, arrives at Windsor Castle.

The Queen's funeral procession arrives at Windsor Castle for the committal service.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Prince George are seen through their car window.

The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II with the Imperial State Crown resting on top is carried by the bearer party as it departs Westminster Abbey.

A member of the Coldstream Guards ahead of the committal service at Windsor Castle.

Pallbearers carry the coffin into St. George's Chapel.

Buckingham Palace household staffers return through the gates of Buckingham Palace after paying their respects to Queen Elizabeth II.

The royal corgis await the Queen's funeral procession at Windsor Castle.

Prince William and Prince Harry during the funeral.

Part of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral procession.

Members of the public watch as the Queen's funeral procession makes its way down the Long Walk in Windsor.

Queen Elizabeth II's coffin is carried into St. George's Chapel.

The Imperial State Crown is removed from the coffin at the committal service.

The Dean of Windsor, David Conner, places the Imperial State Crown on the high altar during the committal service at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle.

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The Queen’s love for corgis has inspired a wide range of merchandise, events, and artistic representations, further embedding the breed in the public consciousness.

The Queen’s love for corgis has inspired a wide range of merchandise, events, and artistic representations, further embedding the breed in the public consciousness.

The Queen’s love for corgis has inspired a wide range of merchandise, events, and artistic representations, further embedding the breed in the public consciousness.

For the Platinum Jubilee, a corgi-themed emoji named PJ was created, reflecting the breed’s cultural impact and its association with the Queen’s legacy .

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Content: This politician once accidentally ate the royal dog biscuits in front of the Queen

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  • Apparently, the “unusual dark biscuits” were rather enjoyable with cheese

    The Queen is famously a dog lover. In fact she often brings her corgis along to royal engagements, where they’ve been known to interrupt or growl at her visitors

    We can’t imagine they were best pleased when, back in 2008, the former Labour Home Secretary tucked into their biscuits.

    While sitting next to Her Majesty during a visit to Windsor Castle, Alan Johnson mistook the corgis’ snacks for cheese biscuits.

    Almost 15 years later, royal biographer Robert Hardman has detailed the mishap in his new book, the Queen of Our Times. He claims that the minister was enjoying pieces of cheese paired with the “unusual dark biscuits” before his colleague Paul Murphy explained they’d been laid out for the corgis.

    Earlier this month, Mr Johnson, who served as Labour MP from 1997 to 2017, broke his silence about the event.

    During his appearance on Channel 4 daytime show Steph’s Packed Lunch, Mr Johnson was asked about his experiences dining with the Queen.

    Alan Johnson, former Labour MP and Home Secretary.

    He said: “I did make a faux pas. She was there. There were cheese and biscuits. Her Majesty was tossing some biscuits to the dogs, to the corgis.”

    He continued: “I didn’t see that, and I took one of those biscuits and put some cheese on it and ate it and was told, ‘I hate to tell you, but they are for the dogs’.”

    The Queen looks at a Corgi during a visit to Battersea Dogs and Cats Home in 2015.

    The Queen currently has three dogs: Candy and Muick, who are both dorgis (a corgi-dachshund cross) and Lissy, an award-winning cocker spaniel named after the Queen herself.

    The lucky hounds are known for being spoiled by their doting owner. It’s said they enjoy a fillet of steak and chicken breast every evening for dinner, delivered by a footman, as well as their own quarters of the palace.

    Sadly, due her current mobility problems, it’s believed the Queen hasn’t been able to walk the dogs herself for the past six months. We hope Her Majesty is well enough to be back outside with her faithful companions as soon as possible.

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The breed’s image has also been leveraged in marketing and branding, with companies such as the Welsh knitwear firm Corgi receiving a royal warrant from Prince Charles in 1989, demonstrating how royal endorsements can enhance brand prestige and appeal .

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Content: A Paddington Bear fan has had other mourners in tears over a touching tribute for the Queen.

After the death of Her Majesty, on Thursday September 8, millions of people have flocked to London and Scotland to pay their respects to England's longest-reigning monarch. Queen Elizabeth died peacefully at Balmoral Palace in Scotland.

From Buckingham Palace and Balmoral to Windsor Castle and St James's Palace, royal fans have laid tributes and a sea of flowers has flooded the gates of royal residences in recent days. Handcrafted gifts, flower bouquets and hand-written letters are among the troves of tributes.

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But one touching tribute really stood out for being "simple but beautiful" and had other mourners in tears. A marmalade sandwich wrapped in plastic, marked with the words "for later", gave a nod to the wonderful relationship that the Queen had with fictional bear Paddington.

The text echoed what Paddington Bear would have said to the Queen when they both featured in a special sketch for her Jubilee celebrations in June. The heart-warming skit saw Her Majesty in conversation with the animated bear as it shared a peek at the Queen's humorous side.

In the sketch, which was shared across the world, the longest-reigning monarch joked to the beloved bear that she liked to keep marmalade sandwiches in her handbag. She then pulled one out to prove it.

Broadcaster Simon McCoy snapped an image of the tribute and posted it to Twitter. He captioned it: "From Paddington... #TheQueen."

The post has since been liked more than 27,000 times and retweeted more than 2,500 times. Fans commented on how moved they were by the gesture and shared emotional comments.

Gail said: "This bought tears to my eyes again." Elaine said: "This photo and the one of the corgis being carried off the plane have finished me."

Jayne said: "Some people are really thoughtful in their tributes, I love this." Another person said: "What a beautiful, simple and wonderful tribute".

Meanwhile, Rose said: "Oh bloody hell, you set me off again. The video of the Queen and Paddington will never be forgotten, it's a real treasure to keep. R.I.P Queen."

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Public sentiment towards corgis, especially after the Queen’s death, has been marked by a surge in affection and interest.

Public sentiment towards corgis, especially after the Queen’s death, has been marked by a surge in affection and interest.

Public sentiment towards corgis, especially after the Queen’s death, has been marked by a surge in affection and interest.

The sight of her corgis at her funeral resonated deeply with the public, symbolizing the close bond she shared with them and reinforcing their role as beloved royal companions .

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Content: NI doctor paints her goodbye to the Queen

A Co Down GP’s poignant painting of the late Queen Elizabeth II has been causing a sensation on social media.

Suzanne Watson’s artwork, entitled ‘Going Home’, shows the late monarch walking towards her late husband, Prince Philip, with her beloved corgis by her side, and a crown in the foreground.

The Dromore woman, who has a Facebook page called The Sketching Doctor, said she felt compelled to mark the Queen’s death.

“The painting is to show that after a life of service she (the Queen) gets to leave that overwhelming duty behind her and walk away free and join her husband again. Only the crown and corgis have shadows. I felt that I needed to honour her passing in some way.”

Suzanne added: “I was always interested in the Royal family and am full of admiration for the Queen, as is my seven-year-old old daughter Zoë. I did some paintings around the time of the Jubilee.”

The painting is accompanied by a little poem penned by Suzanne: ‘He waits for you, of that I’m sure/ Standing tall on a windswept moor/Leave the crown, be free, now homeward bound/A life of service, our thanks resound.’

Suzanne re-discovered a love of art during the first lockdown as her two daughters got to grips with home schooling and she dealt with the stress of Covid, busy surgery life and parenting.

She said: “I wanted something creative to do and to focus on other than watching the news and baking banana bread! I’ve painted on and off since my early 20s, but stopped when I had children. I started again in the early part of the Covid lockdown, but it really was just messing about with watercolours. I gave up art in school at 14 as I was more science-orientated and then went onto study medicine and became a GP, so a world away from this painting!

Suzanne said the Sketching Doctor page has been much more successful than she ever imagined it would be.

“It resulted in my writing a children’s book as people wanted a story to go with some of my art.”

And she said the response to her ‘Going Home’ painting of the late Queen has been “extremely positive”.

“I love that my paintings have captured people’s imagination. They’ve often made people happy and that’s a brilliant feeling.”

Indeed, her evocative painting has proved such a hit online that people have been requesting prints.

“I was unsure whether prints were a good idea, or not, but have decided to get a few done as people specifically asked for them,” she said.

Another of Suzanne’s paintings is called ‘Time to Go’ is of the Queen’s funeral and shows a piper, a horse, and her devoted corgis.

Prince William’s reassurance that the Queen’s remaining corgis were being well cared for further demonstrated the emotional investment people have in the breed and its royal connection .

The Kennel Club’s report of a 30-year high in Pembroke Welsh Corgi registrations following the Queen’s passing underscores the breed’s renewed popularity and the enduring influence of her legacy .

Corgis have also played a role in charity events and community engagement, reflecting their status as more than just pets.

Corgis have also played a role in charity events and community engagement, reflecting their status as more than just pets.

Events such as the Corgi Spirits Pop-Up Market and the “Tour de Corgi” parade have celebrated the breed while supporting local businesses and charitable causes .

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The Annual NJ West Indian Family Fun Day will take place at Lincoln Park on Saturday, Aug. 20, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Families can bring their cooler and grill to set up during the event, but no propane grills are allowed.

The event will include entertainment such as music by DJ Dilly DIL and Skipper the DJ, who will also be accompanied by local DJ’s, dancers, and local artists.

NJ West Indian Family Fun Day takes place next to the racquetball courts on the corner of Route 1&9 and Duncan Ave., Jersey City.

Live comedy at Dorian’s Red Hand

Live comedy continues are Dorian’s Red Hand every Saturday night and can be seen this weekend on Aug. 20 with two shows at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. hosted by Rich Kiamco. Different lineups are featured each weekend.

The show on Aug. 20 will feature Christiana Jackson and Joe Mahoney among others. Drinks and dinner will be served, and proof of vaccination is still required for shows inside the private event room.

Tickets can be found on Eventbrite at https://bit.ly/3QtsGiS. Dorrian’s Red Hand is located at 555 Washington Blvd., Jersey City.

Vegan dinner

The Hoboken Museum will once again partner with Hoboken Naturally for “On the VEGAN-front, part 2,” a dinner of vegan cuisine samplings from local eateries on Saturday, Aug. 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. The event will include dining buffet-style in the Shipyard Passageway with live music. International food options are being provided by The Brick, Happy Vegans, D’s Soul Full Cafe, and Vegbar among others.

Seating is limited to 30, and tickets $30 each at https://bit.ly/3Ase26b. The event is hosted by Hoboken Naturally and co-sponsored by the Hoboken Business Alliance and the Museum. The Hoboken Historical Museum is located at 1301 Hudson St., Hoboken.

JC Pride celebrations continue with live comedy

The Laugh Tour continues its Pride edition during JC Pride Month in the piano room at Brightside Tavern on Sunday, Aug. 21, from 7:30 to 9:15 p.m.

The show, also hosted by Rich Kiamco, will feature guests such as Whitney Chanel, Liz Glazer, Veronica Garza, Will Purpura, and Dan Frank.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the event. There is a two-item food/drink minimum per person. You can purchase tickets at bit.ly/BRIGHT-PRIDE. Proof of vaccination is required to enter the private event room. The Brightside Tavern is located at 141 Bright St., Jersey City.

Benefit for Pad Paws Animal Rescue

Hudson Hall will host a benefit for Pad Paws Animal Rescue on Thursday, Aug. 25, from 7 to 10 p.m. Pad Paws is a registered 501c3 specializing in abandonment and any cat who is injured or in danger.

The benefit will include live entertainment from Hudson City Rats and Dirty City. There also be a silent auction. Those attending should bring change for the annual change drive.

Hudson Hall, a beer hall and smoke house, is located at 364 Marin Blvd., Jersey City.

Pop-up Market at Corgi Spirits

Good Times Trading Post , Here & Now Markets and Corgi Spirits will bring a free indoor and outdoor pop-up market for new and small businesses to Corgi Spirits at the Jersey City Distillery, 1 Distillery Drive, Jersey City, from 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20.

More than 25 local vendors will be participating. Vendors include artists, jewelry makers, plants, grooming products, clothing and more. There will also be food from several vendors including pastries & confections, organic cold pressed juice, pulled pork, brisket and more, and a Latin food truck.

Music will be provided by 54 Ultra, Black Force & the Docs, Quinton Smith & the Company, and DJ Jonny Soul.

Pig Jig coming to Weehawken

The inaugural New Jersey Pig Jig will be held on Saturday, Aug. 27 from 1 to 7 p.m. and feature live music, food, drinks, an amateur BBQ competition, a beer garden, and a kids’ zone in a tailgate-like atmosphere.

Six teams are already scheduled to participate in the event at 4800 Ave at Port Imperial Blvd., in Weehawken, next to Ferry Terminal on the Weehawken waterfront.

NephCure Pig Jigs have been held annually in Tampa, San Jose, and Colorado Springs. This is the group’s first event in New Jersey.

The Pig Jig raises money to benefit NephCure Kidney International. NephCure is a patient advocacy nonprofit organization whose mission is to bring better treatments, education, and support to patients suffering from rare, protein-spilling kidney diseases, including Nephrotic Syndrome, FSGS, IgA Nephropathy, and more.

Entertainment will be provided by the Kerry Blue Band and the Larry Stevens Band.

Individual corgis, like Enzo the Tactical Corgi, have been involved in community outreach projects, raising funds for organizations such as Toys for Tots and Prevent Child Abuse America, demonstrating the breed’s positive social impact and cultural significance .

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Content: Meet Enzo: A tactical corgi on a motorcycle who wants to help Houston kids fight bullying

Every time Brandon Renteria rides his motorcycle, his almost two-year-old corgi, Enzo, is strapped to his back, wearing goggles and a superhero cape. Enzo is what Renteria describes as a tactical corgi, and they’re on a mission to help fight bullying.

What started out as a way for Renteria to use Enzo’s popularity in South Houston to support local causes has blossomed into an outreach project called Enzo Rides, with the goal of creating a nonprofit that brings Enzo to schools to visit children who are being bullied.

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“If I get all the approval that I need, then me and Enzo will personally go to a school, surprise a child in class and make them feel special,” Renteria said, “give them a couple words of encouragement, some positivity, and then give them a cape, just like the one that Enzo wears.”

Renteria is a 32-year-old dad of three children who lives in Pasadena and works in industrial testing. He received Enzo from a corgi breeder in Vidor, Texas, in 2020. Renteria said Enzo was named after a character from "The Vampire Diaries."

“It all began out of my own interest and entertainment,” Renteria said. "Now, wherever I go, Enzo goes."

In June of 2020, while Enzo was four months old, Renteria began acclimating Enzo to his gear. It started with walks around Renteria’s neighborhood, strapped to his back with goggles.

“Then it turned into bicycle rides. Then skateboards. Then we moved to the motorcycle,” Renteria said. “I didn’t want to push all the gear on to him and not be comfortable.”

As Enzo began riding on Renteria’s back while he drove his 2015 Kawasaki motorcycle, his black cape with a red capital ‘E’ would fly in the wind. Strangers would often take pictures and children would cheer from the backseat of cars. Renteria knew then he had a platform for Enzo.

“It just started out with having fun with man’s best friend but about three months into getting him on the motorcycle and riding around, I noticed a lot of people started turning heads every time they see us,” Renteria said.

“Once I noticed the attention Enzo was getting and how happy everyone was to see a dog on the back of a motorcycle, I realized I could probably turn this into something more positive.”

By the time Enzo was six months old, Renteria began introducing himself to local and Corgi Facebook pages. Renteria would invite people to see Enzo in-person at local dog parks around South Houston, but as Enzo got more popular, Renteria started to take it a step further.

He asked members of a local Pasadena Facebook page to take pictures or videos of Enzo if they see him. For every picture and video, Renteria would promise to donate to Toys for Tots Houston- $5 for every picture and $10 for every video.

“I set a deadline for December 21, 2020, and by that time I came out with roughly $750,” Renteria said.

In early 2021, Renteria asked the community if somebody could connect him with the South Houston Police Department to take a picture with him and Enzo. If they could, he would make a sizable donation to Prevent Child Abuse America. According to Renteria, within 20 minutes of making the request, he was in contact with SHPD. They took a group photo, let Enzo get inside the K-9 car, and Renteria ended up donating $2,500 to PCAA.

Enzo’s visit to to the police department made him into a tactical Corgi.

“He’s a tactical Corgi because of everything that he wears,” Renteria said. “He has a South Houston Police Department patch that he wears, he has a miniature 1911 handgun that’s in his holster on the side of his harness, and he has a grenade that holds his poop bags.”

Enzo’s handgun is fake but can be taken apart like a real weapon.

In January of 2022, Renteria started noticing people post on Facebook that their children were having problems with bullying while at school. Renteria was bullied in elementary school, he said, so started thinking of ways he could help.

“I did some research and learned that sometimes a child takes in more information from somebody they don’t know, versus from their own parents,” he said. “I figured, I have this platform right now, I could probably use that to their benefit.”

He started a GoFundMe, the Enzo Outreach Project, to raise money for the capes and any other costs associated with getting approval and conducting the visits. To date, Renteria hasn’t been to any school, although he has raised more than half the money toward his goal and has generated interest from a few schools.

By the summer of 2022, Renteria plans to make the Enzo Rides Corporation an official nonprofit.

“Everybody knows when they hear or see Enzo, it’s me behind him. Anytime anybody sees Enzo, I’m with him,” said Renteria. “But whenever it does become a nonprofit organization, it’s going to be all Enzo saying everything.”

The Queen’s endorsement of corgis has also shaped marketing strategies for the breed.

The Queen’s endorsement of corgis has also shaped marketing strategies for the breed.

The Queen’s endorsement of corgis has also shaped marketing strategies for the breed.

The royal connection is a powerful narrative that can be leveraged to attract buyers, emphasizing the breed’s unique heritage and association with loyalty, charm, and British royalty.

The royal connection is a powerful narrative that can be leveraged to attract buyers, emphasizing the breed’s unique heritage and association with loyalty, charm, and British royalty.

Marketing approaches that highlight the corgi’s royal lineage, use imagery and storytelling centered on their status as “royal pets,” and engage audiences through social media campaigns and themed merchandise have proven effective in enhancing the breed’s desirability .

Collaborations with pet influencers and brands aligned with the royal theme, as well as participation in community events celebrating the royal legacy, further promote the breed and foster a sense of belonging among owners and enthusiasts .

In British pop culture, corgis have become ubiquitous symbols of the monarchy and national identity.

In British pop culture, corgis have become ubiquitous symbols of the monarchy and national identity.

In British pop culture, corgis have become ubiquitous symbols of the monarchy and national identity.

Their frequent depiction in cartoons, films, advertisements, and plush toys has amplified their presence and appeal, making them highly desirable pets for those seeking a connection to the royal legacy .

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SNAFFLING down a rabbit freshly caught by Prince Harry or Prince William, it’s not their wives or family but the Queen’s corgis.

The pampered pooches are probably the best-fed pets in Britain with each of their gourmet meals being prepared by the same chef that does Her Majesty’s food.

Each offering sees them given meat, rice and a selection of vegetables to ensure their digestion is perfect.

Former palace chef Darren McGrady told The Sun: “The animals really do get spoilt. The corgis when I was there even had their own menu

“[There was] chicken, liver, beef, rabbit. Prince William and Harry used to go shooting rabbits in the great park and those rabbits would then be sent to Windsor and we’d have to clean them, draw them and poach them.

“If beef is on the menu, the beef comes in from the local butcher. Then it’s boiled, no salt, no seasoning, it’s just the plain beef and it’s boiled away until it’s really tender and then it goes into the larder kitchen to cool down.”

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Every meal is prepared with fresh ingredients every single day.

He added: “There’s always a bowl of rice because sometimes the dogs need a little help and there’s cabbage for the other way. That has to be prepared every day in the same kitchen the Royal Family’s nosh is prepped.

“You’re going to start by cutting it into a brunoise, which is an eighth of an inch die, a really fine dice, but when you’re doing things like rabbit and chicken, you’ve got to make sure you chop it really fine because imagine if there were bones in there that got stuck in the corgi’s throat. The royal chef’s off to the tower, I mean seriously.”

Once footmen delivered the food to the dog bowls, the Queen would stir it all together before putting it down for her canines to enjoy.

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Mr McGrady also claimed that for a special treat, Her Majesty would also crumble scones on to the carpet during afternoon tea for the pups to enjoy.

While the sweet snack isn’t a usual treat for dogs it went down well with corgi breeder Kevin Dover’s seven pups.

The 64-year-old, from Ross-on-Wye on Herefordshire, has also met the Queen after the palace decided to breed from one of his dogs.

He said: “The knowledge that she possessed about the breed and bloodlines, it was like talking to somebody that you meet at the dog shows every week.”

The corgi's luxurious treatment doesn't end there as they are even treated to individual bedrooms and fresh bedding.

A source of comfort

The Sun's Royal Correspondent Matt Wilkinson said: "They have their own bedrooms, their own wicker baskets to sleep. It's also said that they also have fresh sheets to sleep with.

"It's the treatment they have because they have the Queen as their owner. They travel in luxury, they live in castles and palaces, and they also get to often meet very important people."

The Queen's first corgi of her own was Susan, who was given to her when she turned 18 and until this year, all of her other pups have been bred from Susan.

Currently, she owns Muick who was a present from Prince Andrew following the death of her husband Prince Philip.

The pets have provided a source of comfort during the incredibly difficult grieving period for the monarch.

Mr Wilkinson added: “We know that on the day Prince Phillip died she was actually out with her corgis in the gardens and also after the funeral she was out with the corgis. They are a very important part of her life.”

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The Queen’s personal history with corgis has provided a compelling narrative that resonates with dog lovers worldwide, positioning the breed as both charming companions and living emblems of a unique and prestigious heritage .

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Dog Cologne and and venison biscuits have gone on sale at Sandringham - Credit: Chris Bishop

She's known as a dog lover, breeding her own gundogs as well as owning generations of corgis.

Now the Queen has brought out her own range of treats for one's four-legged friends.

Goodies on sale under the monarch's Sandringham Happy Hounds brand include a cologne for dogs called Coastal Walks, which is now on sale in the shop at Sandringham.

The then Princess Elizabeth pictured with one of her first corgis in 1950, two years before she became queen - Credit: PA

The label on the 200ml bottles, which cost £9.99, says: "Inspired by a shared passion for protecting our environment, we have collaborated with Norfolk Natural Living to create our Dog Cologne just 10 miles from the estate, using the finest botanical ingredients."

After washing their pets, owners should spritz "a generous amount" into the palm of their hands, and massage into their dog's coat. It is not known whether the Queen's dogs wear cologne.

If all this pampering prompts pangs of hunger, Her Majesty has just the thing for that.

Molly the boxer gets ready for a spritz with the Queen's new dog Cologne - Credit: Chris Bishop

Game bone snacks have also gone on sale, made with venison sourced from Sandringham.

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The £4.99 snacks are made by Poochs, who make hand-baked doggy treats at Flitcham, near Sandringham.

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London (AFP) – Britain's royal family revealed new details Sunday about King Charles III's coronation next month, including a new Twitter emoji based on the crown the monarch will wear at the landmark ceremony.

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Charles, 74, immediately became king when Queen Elizabeth II died last September after her record-breaking 70-year reign but will be formally crowned at a May 6 service inside London's Westminster Abbey.

The three-day weekend will also feature a star-studded concert, nationwide "big lunch" and volunteering initiatives, as well as the traditional royal processions associated with the coronation.

Unveiling a host of ceremonial details, Buckingham Palace said the new emoji created to mark the historic occasion is based on the 17th-century St Edward's Crown.

The centrepiece of Britain's famous Crown Jewels and worn by Charles's late mother at her coronation in 1953, it has been altered for him to wear seven decades later.

The motif will appear on Twitter when any of various hashtags -- including #Coronation, #CoronationBigLunch and #TheBigHelpOut -- are used.

It follows royal social media channels deploying a crown-wearing corgi emoji, named PJ, for Elizabeth's platinum jubilee last year -- just three months before her death aged 96.

Corgis were the late queen's favourite canine breed.

Scaled-down service

The latest plans released for the coronation ceremony -- which will also see Charles's wife Camilla crowned queen consort -- confirmed it will be less elaborate than the one staged in 1953.

The royal couple will travel along a shorter procession route and break with tradition by only using the elaborate 260-year-old Gold State Coach on their return to Buckingham Palace.

The pair will make the 1.3-mile (2.1-kilometre) outward journey -- known as the King's Procession -- from the palace in the more modern, comfortable Diamond Jubilee State Coach.

It has shock absorbers, heating and air conditioning.

The service will begin at 11:00 am (1000 GMT) and is expected to be much shorter than in 1953, when it lasted almost three hours.

The palace also confirmed the priceless array of regalia from the Crown Jewels to be used during the hour-long ceremony, which will include among other elements an orb, swords and sceptres.

On Friday, it revealed over 850 community and charity representatives from across the UK have been invited to the service, which will also be attended by foreign royals, leaders and heads of state.

They include 450 recipients of the British Empire Medal -- awarded for achievement or contribution of service in local communities -- and 400 young people representing charitable organisations.

In summary, Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong love for corgis has been instrumental in transforming the breed into a global cultural icon.

In summary, Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong love for corgis has been instrumental in transforming the breed into a global cultural icon.

In summary, Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong love for corgis has been instrumental in transforming the breed into a global cultural icon.

Her personal bond with the breed, the royal lineage she established, and the corgis’ prominent presence in media, public events, and cultural products have all contributed to their widespread popularity and enduring appeal.

The royal connection continues to make corgis highly desirable pets, celebrated for their charm, loyalty, and unique association with British royalty .