The adventures of 'Team Klingon'

Line 5 is used for "off duty" driving... Yeah, took me a bit to wrap my head around logs and hours... Still does at times still!!

 

Well a few things have happened this.last week... Buddy got sick, and we have to take the blame for that... We put off getting his shots, and he came down with Parvo. We were able to get him to a vet, and they have him now and he is doing well... Starting to take food again, and never had the terrible vomiting and diarrhea that goes with Parvo... I thank God foe that!! We will be able to swing back by and pick him up next thursday or Friday...

Another thing floating in our minds is that it's time for thinking about a new truck... There are a couple options we are considering... 1) just going with Central again, but the cost will go up by about $40-60/week... And that adds up. 2) we look into buying Matilda, but the warrantees are just about up and things might just start to wear out... However we do KNOW how well this truck has been maintained and cared for. PLUS we have about 10K in excess milage that we would loose if we go to another truck. 3) We go to another company to lease a truck, and put it on with Central... That would lower our costs/week instead of raise them... But not sure if an outside leasing co would accept our credit. 4) We try to buy a truck... Which we would LOVE to do... But having the down payment as well as the credit?? So we are still working on things...

We will also be out on the road for Christmas and New Years... Anyone in the Denver area at those times want to meet for coffee?? Well by for now... About 600 miles for ATL, and will be stopping along the way to get Matilda serviced...

 

COPY AND PASTED FROM WEB MD...

Canine parvovirus is an acute, highly contagious disease of dogs that was first described in the early 1970s. The virus has a tendency to attack rapidly reproducing cells, such as those lining the gastrointestinal tract.

The virus is shed in large amounts in the stools of acutely infected dogs for up to several weeks following infection. The disease is transmitted by oral contact with infected feces. Parvo can be carried on the dog's hair and feet, as well as on contaminated crates, shoes, and other objects. When the dog licks the fecal material off hair, feet, or anything that came in contact with infected feces, he acquires the disease.

Parvo affects dogs of all ages, but most cases occur in puppies 6 to 20 weeks of age. Doberman Pinschers and Rottweilers appear to acquire the infection more readily and experience more severe symptoms. The reason for lower resistance in these breeds is unknown.

Following an incubation period that averages four to five days, the acute illness begins with depression, vomiting, and diarrhea. Some dog have no fever, while others have high fever (up to 106°F, 41.1°C). Pups with severe abdominal pain exhibit a tucked-up abdomen. Diarrhea is profuse and contains mucus and/or blood. Dehydration develops rapidly.

Heart muscle involvement in neonatal puppies used to be common, but is now quite rare. This is because routine vaccination of brood ####### two to four weeks before breeding boosts maternal antibody levels and provides better protection for puppies.

Suspect parvo in all pups with the abrupt onset of vomiting and diarrhea. The most efficient way to diagnose parvo is to identify either the virus or virus antigens in stools. An in-office blood serum test (ELISA) is available for rapid veterinary diagnosis. False negatives do occur. Virus isolation techniques are more precise, but require an outside laboratory.

Treatment: Dogs with this disease require intensive veterinary management. In all but the most mild cases, hospitalization is essential to correct dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Intravenous fluids and medications to control vomiting and diarrhea are often required. More severe cases may require blood plasma transfusions and other intensive care.

Puppies and dogs should not eat or drink until the vomiting has stopped. but require fluid support during that time. This can take three to five days. Antibiotics are prescribed to prevent septicemia and other bacterial complications, which are the usual cause of death.

The outcome depends upon the virulence of the specific strain of parvovirus, the age and immune status of the dog, and how quickly the treatment is started. Most pups who are under good veterinary care recover without complications.

 

We/he was blessed... Had a very mild case... He is now eating and drinking again... Just waiting for us to get back there to pick him up... Can't wait!! This truck is WAY to. Quiet without him

 

Well everything is back to normal... Running our lane and Buddy is back on the truck!! It's amazing how boring and quiet this truck was with him gone. Not that Klingon is boring, but you know what I mean ... LOL!

Here also is wishing everyone a wonderful next year... With Health, Happiness, Faith, Family and Friends in abundance!!