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I spent the money on Coals leg because the operation was necessary to save his life
He would not have survived on three legs and I figured the most faithful friend a person could ever want deserved more than a lethal injection as a reward for his companionship
He has been my constant companion now for 8 and a half years and is my family
Because of the nature of the work I do, and have done, over the years, its never been conducive to having a family i.e. children so suggestions of adoption is a moot point
I've frequently spent months or most of the year away from home, so having children would not have been a responsible course of action
There are other factors here too
The surgery Coal has had is groundbreaking and has potential across the whole of vetinary/medical science
Coal actually has an implant in the bone in his leg with a coating that enables bone to grow on to metal
This amazing breakthrough was made by Stanmore International
The incredible surgical skill of Noel Fitzpatrick made the operation possible
Coals operation seems expensive because its unique and the first one of its kind
The hope is more dogs that are suitable for this type of operation will benefit from Coals experience and the cost will come down accordingly