A former England footballer who lost his sight is urging guide dog owners to take action as coronavirus spreads. Dave Thomas, who relies on his own guide dog Hannah, has told how all blind people should find someone who could potentially look after their dog if they become ill. “It is so important,” said Dave, 69. “The charity Guide Dogs rang me to make sure me and my wife Brenda have a back-up person to look after Hannah so we rang someone in the village. “I would urge all people with a guide dog to make sure they have this in place. “It is important with a guide dog to keep up their routine as much as possible and get out when you can so they don’t lose their skills.” Get all the latest coronavirus updates in our LIVE blog Dave, who
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