King Charles III and his son Prince William greeted some fans at London’s Lambeth Bridge earlier this week. At one point, the British prince was approached by a blond woman. She was concerned about the late monarch’s two corgis. The Queen’s grandson assured the lady in question that she has nothing to worry about. “I saw them a few days ago,” said William. “They are two lovely dogs and they have been given a warm home.” Then the British prince added the following. “They will be well taken care of. I am sure they will be spoiled for choice.”
According to sources, the Queen was still so afraid that her dogs would survive her. That is why Elizabeth stopped breeding the animals years ago. But because she seemed so lonely after the death of her husband, Prince Philip, Andrew and Beatrice decided to give her two corgis as gifts. The Queen immediately adored them and gave the critters everything their hearts desired – and probably more. In the months before her death, Prince Andrew and Princess Beatrice are said to have cared about Sandy and Muick. They would often have gone for a walk with the corgis. In addition, the pair would also have assured the Queen that they would take care of the two critters if she was no longer there one day.
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