Actually, Shotgun is kinda a good name. It seems to fit somehow.

I'll post the picture (or a better one, she's camera-shy) after I get home Memorial Day. Unless I figger out how to shrink this 403k one first.

I'm learning how she communicates. I now know she bumps the right door when she needs out. She knows not to do this whilst I'm driving. However, she still insists on hijacking the truck. She now knows how to take it out of gear (and really annoy me). Before long I'll close the back curtain and leave her in the sleeper all day. That ain't cool ya know.

Brian

Hijack would be a cute name. I like shotgun as well, but it doesn't come out quite as smooth.

She sounds like a very lucky dog!

CAUTION: If law enforcement stops you and asks what you have in the cab, DON'T SAY SHOTGUN! :(

that said.
call it Achopdupbodingthatrunk

Reminicent of one of Ron White's stories:

Vet update
 

My vet says that she has corneal ulcers on her left eye and a luxated cornea in the right. He can't tell about the left until the infection clears up.
She also has neural damage that causes her hearing loss...that will never clear up so she's going to be about 50% deaf from now on. The tumour on her abdomen may or may not be malignant, he needs to do a biopsy to be sure but that will have to wait until next month. She has a bladder infection too but it's tough to tell because she is ALSO in season.

So, she is on two antibiotics, a soothing eyedrop for comfort and time. Four weeks should see her all cleared up and ready for more repairs! I will post again when I know more.

Still can't decide on a name but Shotgun is sticking for now.

Update for those who care:

Her eyes are almost totally cleared up (of the ulceration) and she has no discharge. Her eyes are always open now, unless she's sleeping. UTI is cleared up. Her tumour has ruptured and doesn't seem to faze her one bit. She has had all her preliminary tests and bloodwork and such and will be going under the knife Tuesday to remove the lump. Vet doesn't think it's cancer and we are not having it tested. $135 for that? I'll take the surprise later, methinks.

I will let you all know how the surgery turns out.

In the meantime, she seems to be able to see a bit better now and doesn't bump into things much anymore, but this may be just "Blind Man's Memory", where she has memorised the locations of most objects around her. Her favorite places include lying by the A/C compressor outside, in the shade of a tree, at the foot of the beds/chairs and in her own bed. I'm betting that come winter, near the fireplace will be added to the list.

Brian

Great news, Brian.:thumb:
A little medicine and lots of TLC from you.
Got a name yet?

Howzabout -

Phydeux - pronounced "Fido"
Stains - Just so you can yell "Come, Stains"
Noneofyafugginbiziness
Style - First name: Doggy
Bitch - Descriptive, yet informal

Great news Brian!!

Cant wait to hear how the surgery goes.

I like the name Shotgun, just make sure her log book is up to date.

I guess there is something good at the T/A in Gallup.

I have given some thought to this .

The corgi is a Welsh dog . However this particular corgi is a bit of a mix and has been found in New Mexico . Perhaps we should think of adding a bit of a Hispanic touch to the Welsh , whilst also thinking about this dog's personal glory and bravery .

How about MACSEN WLEDIG ? That name fits all the above ideas , and he could be known as 'Max' for short .

Clearly a trucker pup like that needs some class in her life.

Call her "TopHat"

Never forget that top hats are to do with keeping flat caps even flatter , Ridgeplate .

I think they've evolved a bit beyond that basic use. Plus, the top hat is a cover for drive hubs (trailer hubs, too) so I thought the double meaning might be appropriate for a trucker's dog.