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A Day of Sticks

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A Day of Sticks // Ammo the Dachshund

When I woke up yesterday morning and the air smelled heavy of rain – I surely thought I would be doing nothing else than curling up under my blanket at the shop. Boy was I wrong.

A Day of Sticks // Ammo the Dachshund

I spent most of the day holding down the fort car, while mom and dad proceeded to load our trailer up with thousands and thousands of sticks from some fallen trees in my backyard. Apparently the hurricanes earlier this year didn’t like the trees in my backyard (they even took out my special pear tree).

A Day of Sticks // Ammo the Dachshund

Once the sticks were loaded we had to take them to the township mulch site for composting. I may have cried a little when I thought of all those poor sticks being chopped to bits….I’m sure they would of much rather stayed in my backyard and been chew toys for a little dog that I shall not name.

A Day of Sticks // Ammo the Dachshund

A Day of Sticks // Ammo the Dachshund

We came and went with those loads of sticks more times than I care to count. It was a never ending joy ride for me aka an EPIC DAY OF STICKS for mom and dad.

A Day of Sticks // Ammo the Dachshund

I guess I’ll just have to wait until next year’s hurricane season for that taste of yummy sticks again.

ammo the dachshund chewing on stick

Ammo the Dachshund

A Day of Rest

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After my big excursion yesterday to the Spring Doxie Fest in Maryland, I decided to spend today resting. I probably look like this:

A Day of Rest // Sleep // Ammo the Dachshund

A Day of Rest // Sleep // Ammo the Dachshund

A Day of Rest // Sleep // Ammo the Dachshund

Well at least for a little while. I can’t miss agility class this afternoon!

Ammo practices Dog Agility on his DIY Agility Jumps 2012

Why rest when there are so many adventures to go on! And have no fear, if you weren’t able to make it to the Spring Doxie Fest this year, I’ll be back tomorrow with a full recap! Ammo the Dachshund

 

Gardening with Ammo

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With the warm weather beginning to pop in around my area the plants are starting to grow. It also means that it’s time for me to start my garden!

Left to fend for itself over the winter, my garden was looking a bit sad.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Luckily I’m not afraid of some hard work, so I got to work with mom and dad digging out the weeds and preparing it for planting.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

A quick trip to Lowes and we had the rest of the supplies needed to get my garden into tip top shape, including some seeds and plant starts.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Once back home we laid out the finishing touches including weed blocking fabric, the set-up for the electric fence (to keep out those pesky bunnies and groundhogs), and a stone border so dad can easily mow around it.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Now all we need is some mulch and magic horse poop and I’ll be ready to grow some veggies! I’m so excited I can hardly wait.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

For now I’m off to take a much needed nap, because boy is gardening exhausting! Ammo the Dachshund

Spring Bath

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Spring Bath // Ammo the Dachshund

When the weather starts to warm up I always know that I will be spending a lot more time in the bathtub than I’d really care to.

Spring Bath // Ammo the Dachshund

Arguably it’s not my favorite thing in the World, but I like to think I’m pretty tolerable of the deed.

Spring Bath // Ammo the Dachshund

And it’s really not that BAD, especially since mom always provides cookies. A bath without cookies is like rolling in dead worms with a coat on – pointless – and precisely what got me into this mess in the first place.

Spring Bath // Ammo the Dachshund

After bath time I’m left smelling like sunshine and daisies – not what super awesome dogs that dig holes in the backyard and hunt for bunnies should be smelling like. So it’s best to rub that smell off as quickly as possible.

Spring Bath // Ammo the Dachshund

Spring Bath // Ammo the Dachshund

Spring Bath // Ammo the Dachshund

Spring Bath // Ammo the Dachshund

Pretty soon I’ll be dry and looking for my next big thing to roll in. This time I’m thinking horse manure and kitty litter – if I plan it just right then mom won’t have time to give me a bath before we go to work. Always gotta be thinking! Smell ya later, xoxo Ammo the Dachshund

Easter Recap

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Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

When Easter morning arrived Mr. Bunny had left a basket of goodies just for me!

Watch the proof below:

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

Of course I wasted no time in digging into my goodies, thanks so much Bunny, they were lovely!

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

I may have strutted around the house for quite some time just showing off my new toys.

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

Later on my family came to spend the day with me (even by bestest pal Trooper was there) and I enjoyed seeing everyone.

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

It rained a bit on Easter, so I kindly offered up my dog training facilities in the basement so that my cousins could have their annual Easter egg hunt.

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m pretty sure I had the most eggs when everything was all said and done. (It’s because of my lightning fast speed!)

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

At the end of the day though, I come for one thing and one thing only…..the HAM! And I have to say it was DELISH!

Easter Recap // Ammo the Dachshund

Happy Easter // Ammo the Dachshund

I hope everyone had a nice Easter with their friends and family, and I’m already looking forward to next year, but it’s far to long to wait for more ham if I do say so myself!

DIY Bowties // Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. Thanks to everyone who shared their dogs in their Easter Bowties on my Facebook Page. I loved seeing all those happy dogs in their Easter wear after following my tutorial!

Ammo the Dachshund

Laundry Day

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When laundry day rolls around at my house I like to do everything I can to help out.

Laundry Day // Ammo the Dachshund

Ok, well mostly I just enjoy laying in a pile of clean warm clothes…..but who doesn’t?

Laundry Day // Ammo the Dachshund

Laundry Day // Ammo the Dachshund

Laundry Day // Ammo the Dachshund

Laundry Day // Ammo the Dachshund

More clean laundry please! Ammo the Dachshund

The Sunny Spot

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The Sunny Spot // Ammo the Dachshund

Did you ever find that perfect sunny spot in the house? You know the one, it’s warm and soft, and makes you just want to snuggle up and close your eyes.

The Sunny Spot // Ammo the Dachshund

The Sunny Spot // Ammo the Dachshund

There really is only one thing that can drag me from a sunny spot…..COOKIES!

The Sunny Spot // Ammo the Dachshund

Do you have any? Because I’d gladly lend you my sunny spot for the afternoon if you did! *wink* Ammo the Dachshund

Stylish Toy Storage for Dogs

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Toy Storage for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Toys! It’s one of my favorite subjects, and when you’re a dog you can never have enough of them! Since I have quite a few things to play with around the house, mom is constantly combating my clutter by putting my toys into baskets and totes.

Toy Storage for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

I like to think I’m a pretty stylish guy, so when it comes to storing my toys I don’t just settle for any old basket. My most recent stylish purchases have come from the Land of Nod.

Toy Storage for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Not only are they fun to look at, but since they are soft I don’t have to worry about injuring my neck when getting out my favorite toys.

Toy Storage for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Of course my toys looked like they were having lots of fun in my new baskets, so I couldn’t just stand by and let them have all the fun!

Toy Storage for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

It wasn’t as exciting as I had imagined in my head.

Toy Storage for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

But it’s good to know that there is plenty of room for lots and lots more toys. (you hear that mom!?) Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own toy storage totes from The Land of Nod.

Disclosure: I was not paid or perked to share these products, I just simply thought my new bins were oh-so-fun.

Valentine’s Day Treasures

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Last week I celebrated the hallmark holiday (v-day) at home with my family. Curled up on the couch, with a small token gift or two, it was the perfect way to celebrate the day!

Happy Valentine's Day Friends // Ammo the Dachshund

I gave out tons of free kisses, and mom and dad got me a few small items to show how much they care.

 

A bottle of shampoo & conditioner from my Friday Fetch Feature, Organic Oscar, and a bag of healthy cheese and bacon treats!

Thanks mom and dad, you’re the best! But do you mind if I share my shampoo with Trooper? He’s much stinkier than I am! Ammo the Dachshund

Adorable Goodness for your Monday

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It’s Monday, so I thought what better way to beat the Monday blues than to have a little photoshoot of adorable cuteness.

Super Model Dachshund // Ammo the Dachshund

The hope is that my stunning good looks just brighten up your day.

Super Model Dachshund // Ammo the Dachshund

And my eyes, can you see that twinkle of sunshine in my eyes? That’s just for you.

Super Model Dachshund // Ammo the Dachshund

So snap out of your Monday funk, spin around in your office chair & let my little Dachshund smile make your day that much better! xoxo, Ammo the Dachshund