Sam, we are praying for you to feel better quickly, and have a super recovery - both physically and emotionally.

How scary, and for you to be right there, and not able to help your boy!

The owner sounds reasonable from your description, coming over to check on Sam, near tears. And neither of his dogs had shown this in the past, at least not that you know of. He (the owner) seems like he KNOWS this is a major issue, for him, for his dog, for living there, just all around.

I can certainly understand if he didn't have the whole amount handy, that doesn't surprise me, I seldom have much cash on hand.

Hugs to you, and gentle pets to Sam.

Keep us posted on his recovery!