Though the Corgi is the animal most famously associated with The Queen, the British Monarchy has kept a variety of pets and working animals for centuries.

Her Majesty is often accompanied to her residences across the UK and even occasionally to public events by her Corgis and Dorgis, whilst other members of the Royal Family also have their own animals and some take part in equestrian sports both privately and professionally. Almost all working members of the family are involved with animal charities in some way.

In an official capacity, working horses are an important part of the day-to-day life of the Royal Household. They transport Ambassadors to their audiences at Buckingham Palace, and carry Royal passengers and visiting Heads of State on occasions such as State Visits, Trooping the Colour and the State Opening of Parliament.

Perhaps less well-known, over the years the Royal Family has received a number of unusual animals as gifts from around the world, from giraffes to turtles, cheetahs to sloths. These are not kept by the Royal Household but are instead given to zoos or wildlife sanctuaries where they can be properly cared for.

Find out more about Royal animals in this section:
Family pets
Equestrian sports
Working animals
Animals as gifts
Animal patronages