damn
never seen an animal survive a run-in with a vehicle.
here's to hoping you're soon living in abundance and don't have to worry about such trifles... Like keeping your pet alive vs putting food on the table. I know a lot of people who would have opted for the the vet's recommendation.
Yes, he is very lucky. It occurred when the neighbor was pulling out of the driveway, she came and got me immediately and was very apologetic, but it was never her fault and I never held her responsible.
And of course, I could never live with myself if I had to do that. Jasper is like a fourth child, and was given to me by my kids as a birthday present. Thus his life is inexorably linked to my own.
Thanks for your good wishes!