Countess of Sussex * Guide Dogs' Training Centre | On October 31, 2024, the Countess of Sussex attended the Buddy Dogs Family Event at the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association's Training Centre in Reading. There were Buddy dogs at the event, which are service dogs used to assist individuals with mobility or visual impairments. Buddy dogs offer companionship for children whose lives are affected by sight loss and can help build their confidence and generally improve their wellbeing. The Countess is a patron of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.