The family dog died in a fire that destroyed a Hixson home this evening.
The fire occurred at 6329 Sea Haven Drive. When firefighters responded, there was fire through the roof, and the home was partially collapsed. The house was at a total loss, according to a press release from Hamilton County Emergency Services.
The family was driving home from Washington, DC after visiting family for Thanksgiving. No one was home at the time of the fire.
Neighbors had been taking care of the dog while the family was out of town. No other injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is undetermined and will be under investigation by the Hamilton County Sheriffs Office, according to the press release.
According to Hamilton County property records, the home was two stories, 2,156 square feet and valued at $194,600.