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Phantom

Siberian Husky, 13

On January 12, Amy Vebber Pierce posted a message to her neighborhood’s Facebook group with some sad news about her family’s beloved dog. “It is with a heavy heart that I write this message to you all. We have made the very difficult decision to say goodbye to our sweet Phantom. We know how many adoring fans he has, so we wanted to be sure everyone knew in case you wanted to come give him one last head pat, ear rub and/or treat.”

While she knew Phantom was liked, the outpouring of love and support from her neighbors became an unexpected source of comfort for her and her family.

When we open our homes to animals, they become part of our family. When we open our hearts to them, they become part of our community.

Here are just a few of those messages:

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We will miss him so much. He had a most beautiful life. Thank you for sharing him with us.

—Lauren

So sorry to hear this! It is so hard to say goodbye to our fur babies who are our family.

—Nicole

Phantom has meant so much to all of us. He has been my adopted dog-buddy these past 5+ years. His barks, his tail wagging, and feet stomping brought joy to my heart every time I came by to greet him. Know that he was loved beyond words and will be truly missed.

—Ron

We always love seeing him perk up whenever his friends come to visit. He will be severely missed as he has been a part of our family for many years.

—Blaze

Huge Phantom fan … he’s the greatest. Hard decision but it’s for the best.

—Briand

LCP will not be the same without this sweet, gentle soul! I’ll miss those beautiful eyes and big heart

—Beckie

Such a sweet baby. Our thoughts are with you. He will be missed.

—Vickie

Such a beautiful, special pup. It was always a treat to see Phantom.

—Danita

When we were new to the neighborhood, our directions would always include ‘You’ll see the husky on your left.’

—Erin

What a hard decision. We love Phantom, especially our Evan who always insists on giving him a treat, kiss and hug. He will be missed by so many.”

—Desiree

Thank you all again so much for the outpouring of love and support you have shown our family. Phantom peacefully and beautifully crossed the rainbow bridge this morning in his favorite place … the driveway … with his favorite weather … cold and sunny

—Amy Vebber Pierce

Always extra treats for that sweet guy— I will miss him dearly.

—Jana

My eyes are filled with tears. He is by far my favorite neighbor, and he will forever be a part of our lives.

—Gisel

Thank you for giving us the opportunity to say farewell to Phantom and for sharing him with us all here at LCP. He was very much loved and I’m sure he felt that love these last few days.

—Beckie

So very sorry. Truly the hardest part of loving them. Sending hugs to all.

—Jamie

Phantom is a special dog and will not be forgotten.

—Mike

So sad to hear. He is a unique one and we will miss his sweet smiles.

—Karen

LCP might be losing its K-9 ambassador, but not his spirit. He will be missed dearly.

—James

My late Spike always loved to watch him as we walked by.

—Melissa

Oh and the places he will go! And all of our sweet fur-family members who are there welcoming him into eternal, lounging, play, driveway naps and sun!!

—Karen

Much love to you and your family. So hard to say goodbye. He was the only dog our little guys would not even think to bark at.

—Molly

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