Our 2023-2024 Southern Migration Trip

[Jim]

I'm glad @GlampDaddy has residency now.

Hey, somebody's got to take care of him, right?

So today I fulfilled the commitment to wash the coach. I thought I had someone lined up to do it but as can be expected, they didn't show up. I bit the Bullet, got the hose and other necessary accessories out, and washed this big ol' girl myself.

We're ready for prime time!

 

[Jim]

How is Ryker doing?

He's been going to his rehab sessions 3 times a week and we're seeing improvement. He'll never by 100% again, but if we can get him to a stage where he can run and play with his frisbee, we'll be happy. It's hard on him because that frisbee is all he lives for, and I'm sure he wonders why we don't play with him anymore. We have a consultation with the vet on Monday to see what's next, so we'll know more after that. Thank you for asking.

 

[Fatboy2004]

. He told me he's bought 6 new Newmar's in the last 2 years. Guess he just can't make up his mind!

Funny story I know a guy that has had 3 RV lots in the last 2 years

 

[Jim]

. He told me he's bought 6 new Newmar's in the last 2 years. Guess he just can't make up his mind!

Funny story I know a guy that has had 3 RV lots in the last 2 years

Well yes, and then there's that. . . Even funnier, I heard he didn't even own a motor home when he bought/sold the first one. lol

 

[Scotttkd2]

I assume that is in Wilderness Preserve?? Beautiful lot!

 

[Jim]

I assume that is in Wilderness Preserve?? Beautiful lot!

Yes, it is!

 

[Jim]

Insulation, plumbing, wiring, sheetrock hung/taped, painted, fan installed, hot water heater in, small air conditioner in, toilet installed, vanity in, shower (almost in), floors today. I'm seriously getting tired of this project. Especially since I'm not even going to be staying here!

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

Wow, Jim! Your guests will enjoy this when they come to visit. I'm sure glad you bought another site and have this one available for us to use.

 

[John&Andrea]

Insulation, plumbing, wiring, sheetrock hung/taped, painted, fan installed, hot water heater in, small air conditioner in, toilet installed, vanity in, shower (almost in), floors today. I'm seriously getting tired of this project. Especially since I'm not even going to be staying here!

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Looking good!

 

[Jim]

Ryker got his 2nd stem cell injection a week ago. Also had another shock-wave treatment, and he's still going to his hydrotherapy sessions 3 times a week as well as receiving his magna-wave treatments. We are thrilled with his progress.

Now if we can just keep him under control until his new ligaments are mature enough to handle the weight of a full grown dog.

 

[purring along]

Ryker got his 2nd stem cell injection a week ago. Also had another shock-wave treatment, and he's still going to his hydrotherapy sessions 3 times a week as well as receiving his magna-wave treatments. We are thrilled with his progress.

Now if we can just keep him under control until his new ligaments are mature enough to handle the weight of a full grown dog.

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Excellent!

 

[Rich W.]

You are really going above and beyond. Having raised working and show GSDs, I know the value of these unique animals, and the value they add to life, and I completely understand. All the best!

 

[Jim]

Before and after. Still need to paint the door, install hardware, hang new blinds, but it's just about done. Closing on the new place tomorrow. Kind of sad in a way. Never even got to use this one. lol

 

[purring along]

The new owners will appreciate it, nice job.

 

[Chargerman]

Very nice job. As they say, “plenty of time to rest when we’re dead”

 

[Jim]

Ryker will do his last aqua-pacer and Magna Wave therapy session on Monday. Dr. Rullan will meet with us later in the day to discuss next steps. Given Ryker's incredible improvement, I expect he will sign him off for some moderate off-leash time. Sure hope so anyway.

If you have time, check out the awesome tools that the Equine Performance Center uses to treat horses and dogs. There are a bunch videos, but scroll down a bit and you'll find our boy, doing his thing on the aqua-pacer!

Go Ryker, Go!

 

[ARD]

you'll find our boy, doing his thing on the aqua-pacer!

He's such a handsome boy smiling for the camera! I hope he gets some off leash time too. Can't wait to meet your warrior dog with his frisbee.

 

[Jim]

We met with Dr. Rullan who was excited as we are about Ryker's progress. And that's great news. The bad news is he will have to remain "on leash" for another 4-5 months so that the ligaments & tendons can fully recover. So we're halfway through this mess.

Several walks a day, for a combined 2 miles is suggested. That's a bunch, but my fat self could use the exercise as well. Also, swimming in the pond 3 times a week for 10-15 minutes is also suggested. He likes doing both, so it shouldn't be a problem. Well, for him anyway. . .

 

[purring along]

That's great news Jim, and by the way we all need to shed a few pounds.

 

[sheridany]

Some neighbors here at Desert Shores have a dog undergoing hydro therapy and having great success. They are seeing a remarkable improvement so it is encouraging.