Queen Elizabeth II And Her Corgis: A Love Story

On April 21, Queen Elizabeth II will celebrate her 91st birthday, and people all over the world will pay their respects to the longest-reigning British monarch in history. But in addition to her longevity, the Queen will also be celebrating another great legacy: being the most famous, and perhaps greatest, corgi lover to ever live. Indeed, Queen Elizabeth's name is synonymous with the Pembroke Welsh breed. The Queen has owned more than 30 corgis throughout her life, and has reportedly had as many as 13 in her care at one time. The corgis have done more than offer loyalty and friendship; they have made her more relatable to her subjects, showing that behind the regal facade there is a maternal, affectionate woman who just wants to cuddle with a cute puppy at the end of a long day.