Golden retriever lost after tornado found safe in Eden

There's a happy ending to the story of a family pet lost during Wednesday's tornado in Eden.

Jeffrey and Colleen Smith say Zoey was found a few miles from home on Yochum Road.

The four-year-old golden retriever has been a part of the Smith family since she was a puppy.

"She's like one of your family," Jeffrey Smith told 7 News Friday.

The couple was in Houston when the tornado hit. Colleen was undergoing treatment there for a Stage 4 brain tumor.

"Zoey's afraid of fireworks and loud noises. She got out, panicked, and was probably trying to search for me and my wife," Jeffrey Smith said.

Eden couple searching for their dog that went missing during Wednesday's tornado.

'You're losing a loved one': Eden couple searching for beloved dog that went missing during tornado

The Smiths say 40-50 people helped search for Zoey.

"It's like you're losing a loved one," Jeffrey Smith said.