Hearts are breaking today for Olympic skier, Lindsey Vonn, who just lost a beloved member of her family. Yesterday, she shared the news on Instagram that her sweet Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Lucy, has crossed the rainbow bridge.
Lucy was 9 years old, and as Vonn stated in the beautiful tribute she penned about the pup in the caption, “…from the very first moment until the very last, she brought so much light and love to me and everyone she met. We traveled the world together, skied, hiked, biked, explored, went down waterfalls, up in air balloons, to the Olympics… we went on SO many incredible adventures together, and created so many memories that I am beyond lucky to have shared with her.
Based on these images and Vonn’s heartfelt words, it’s clear she shared a special, unbreakable bond with this wonderful pup.
She’s received an outpouring of support those who knew how much Lucy meant to her.
Nina Dobrev expressed her sadness for Vonn, saying, “I’m SO sorry. Sending you so much love Linds 💔❤️💔❤️💔.”
Reese Witherspoon added, “Oh friend… I’m so sorry😢 . Sending you big hugs. ❤️”
And Carla Cordoves chimed in with, “My heart breaks reading this. I’m so so sorry, Lindsey. She was a true companion and best friend, always with you through the highs and the lows. It’s a terrible pain and there’s nothing one can say that can help, but even so I am wishing you much light through this time and that you find solace knowing you gave her an absolutely amazing life. ❤️”
Vonn ended her tribute with:
“Lucy, you will always be my light. Until we meet again…I love you my princess ❤️”
She also added:
“Thank you to all of the incredible Veterinarians who helped her over the years and especially over the last days. You all did everything possible to save her and I will be forever grateful 🙏🏻”
“My big boy Leo is thankfully still in remission and going strong at 12 years old. It’s back to how it all started… just me and Leo. Thankful I still have him 🙏🏻”
Leo is Vonn’s mixed-breed dog, who is currently in remission from canine lymphoma.
The loss of a beloved pet is something we never really get over, and when they leave this earth, they also leave a hole in our hearts forever. Maybe the old saying is true that “we don’t deserve dogs.” But one thing’s for sure, those of us who have the privilege of caring for them are eternally grateful for the unconditional love they bring into our lives.
Our hearts go out to Lindsey during this difficult time, and we hope she can find peace in knowing just how happy and loved Lucy felt every single day.
