22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
One man and his inspirational guide dog are highlight of West Lothian annual fundraising event
Make Every Cuppa Count was held at Chain Runner in Livingston
A fundraising event for a Guide Dogs group in West Lothian featured a fantastic demonstration on the outstanding abilities of the canine companions.
Guide Dogs West Lothian Fundraising Group held its now annual a coffee morning on Friday, April 11 at Chain Runner in Livingston as part of their annual Make Every Cuppa Count event.
Guide Dogs Staff, volunteers, and guests had a lovely morning with the highlight being the demonstration by Events Demonstration Team Leader Mark Richards and his dog Laney.
Mark and Laney are part of a team who help deliver a programme of creative demonstrations that engage and inspire audiences across the UK.
The Events Demonstration Team attend flagship and high profile events such as Crufts, Goodwood and National Corporate partners days.
The coffee morning was held to raise vital funds for training dogs and also provide a better understanding of the services available to people with a visual impairment.
Chris Collier, group coordinator of Guide Dogs West Lothian Fundraising Group, said: 'We had guests interested in becoming puppy raisers as well as volunteering. It was a lovely, sunny occasion and thanks to our supporters we raised £242.26.
'Our thanks to everyone who came along, and to manager Steven and staff at the Chain Runner for their continual support. If you would like further information on our services, or how you can offer support, then please go to '.
