A Phoenix man’s long-lost dog, missing since 2017, was found in Oklahoma, bringing joy and relief to the family after years of searching.
Oklahoma City: When Paul Guilbeault from Phoenix got a call from the American Kennel Club on New Year’s Eve, he thought it was a prank. He lost his miniature Doberman, Damion, back in 2017. Guilbeault had adopted Damion when he was just a pup, and they shared a special bond.
After moving around a bit, Guilbeault and Damion ended up in Oklahoma City during a road trip. Unfortunately, while out for a walk, Damion bolted away. Guilbeault tried to catch him, but he was too quick.
Guilbeault spent an extra week in Oklahoma, desperately searching for his furry friend. He posted flyers and reached out on social media, but nothing worked. Fast forward to January 2025, and while driving to California, he got that life-changing call. Someone had found Damion!
At first, Guilbeault was skeptical. He thought it might be a scam. But it turned out to be true! Damion had been found by a couple who took him to the vet, where they scanned his microchip.
Without wasting a moment, Guilbeault and his husband drove 14 hours back to Oklahoma City to reunite with Damion. When they finally met, Guilbeault was overjoyed. Damion recognized him right away!
Though Damion had been missing for eight years, he seemed happy to be back. Guilbeault noticed that Damion had aged quite a bit and looked different, but he was still the same lovable dog. He even got along with Guilbeault’s other pets.
Now, Damion is settling back in and even remembers Guilbeault’s parents’ house. Every time they visit, it’s like he’s saying, “I’m home!” It’s a heartwarming story of love and perseverance.
This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Phoenix man’s dog found on New Year’s Eve in Oklahoma after 8 years
