In a word, No.
What I have trouble imaginging is that the man has a professional degree (I presume), worked as a Veternarian, and still couldn't afford shoes. Too bad Ebay doesn't reach him. My neighbors in NorCal bought gym shoes off Ebay for their clinically giant son (something like size 22s). I remember seeing the shoes, sort of reminded me of clown shoes, or small yachts. I suppose if your clients can't afford to pay you in currancy, then what's a country vet to do.
The kindness of strangers is very sweet.