Queen Elizabeth II was a passionate dog lover.

She had become synonymous with the corgi, having helped launch the breed into popularity, according to theBBC.

However, young Elizabeth got two puppies from a breeder and the rest was history.

Queen Elizabeth’s corgis outside of her funeral

Her loyal companions were well cared for throughout their lives.

A dog expert recently weighed in that her beloved pups may be deeply grieving the late monarch.

While they do not grieve as humans do, they certainly can feel a loss.

Queen Elizabeth with her corgis