The royal, 60, arrived at the headquarters of Dogs for Autism in Alton, Hampshire, this morning where she was welcomed by a contingent of excitable puppies.
Although it was thought Edward and Sophie would never recover, they proved the doubters wrong and after nearly 25 years of hard work, are now regarded as valued members of the family.
As I drop an item onto the floor, my daughter, Sophie, looks at me quizzically.. We're sorting through my cupboards, so I can have a clear-out and she can see if there's anything worth selling.
Prince Edward and his wife Sophie were reportedly told to share a cottage with Andrew for Christmas before the disgraced Duke of York returned his invitation.