Late Queen Elizabeth II’s Corgis to Stay with Andrew’s Family

The corgis of the late Queen Elizabeth II, known as Muick and Sandy, will continue to be cared for by the family of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace. Following the monarch’s passing, the couple took responsibility for the dogs, housing them at their residence, Royal Lodge. With recent changes in their living arrangements, questions arose regarding the future care of the two corgis.

In a statement provided to the Press Association, Buckingham Palace confirmed, “The corgis will remain with the family.” The palace did not specify whether the dogs would be primarily looked after by Andrew, Sarah, or their daughters, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice.

Sarah Ferguson has previously shared her belief that the late Queen communicates with her through the corgis’ behavior. While addressing the Creative Women Platform in London, she remarked, “I have her dogs, I have her corgis. Every morning they come in and go ‘woof woof’ and all that and I’m sure it’s her talking to me. I’m sure it’s her, reminding me she’s still around.”

Earlier in 2023, Sarah spoke about Muick’s reaction to the Queen’s death. During an interview with Graeme Hall, host of the Channel 5 show “Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly,” she noted it took Muick nearly a year to adjust to the loss. She described the emotional journey of the corgi, stating, “There are two corgis that came, big Muick and Sandy, and there were five Norfolk terriers that were there too – seven in all. And big Muick is very, very, very demonstrative; he had his tail down to begin with and now, a year later, he’s just beginning to really enjoy himself.”

Throughout her life, the late Queen owned more than 30 corgis, many of which descended from her first pet, Susan. The dog was given to her as an 18th birthday gift in 1944, and their bond was so strong that Susan accompanied the then Princess Elizabeth on her honeymoon.

As the royal family navigates this new chapter, the legacy of the Queen’s beloved corgis remains a poignant reminder of her life and connection to her cherished pets.