Dog with black fur sitting in front of a bunch of yellow flowers

Coal was much more than a pet. He was a family member--a canine brother, son, and companion. He celebrated holidays with us, relished the simple things in life like a good cuddle, and showed us what it meant to be canine (i.e., a better version of human). Coal's favorite things included fetching balls in the river, getting treats, and going on daily walks. Up until the end, he was still walking a mile a day in the hills. As it was August, we got to eat wild blackberries on the walk. Coal loved blackberries (and strawberries and just about everything).

We had sixteen wonderful years with Coal, and we miss him every day.

Coal
August 23, 2008 - August 15, 2024