Dude Night with Barkbox

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This product review is sponsored by Barkbox.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Last week my monthly Barkbox subscription arrived. It’s always exciting to peek inside that little cardboard box each month to see what special goodies have arrived.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Each month Barkbox sends some dog-gone great products featured around a certain theme, this month the theme was date night. Inside my box was a Sushi Pups toy, a Loopies cigar toy, Complete Natural Nutrition Cheese popcorn (which was safe for human consumption too), an Etta Says chew, and Max & Ruffy’s blueberry treats.

After I checked out what was in the box I realized Barkbox had it all wrong…..it wasn’t a date night box…..it was a dude’s night box!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

So I invited all my dudes over to partake in my Barkbox fun. Ok well technically Cricket the cat isn’t a dude, but she’s so cool she’s practically one of the guys.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow the pony and I wasted no time in digging into our Barkbox goodies.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow went after the Loopies cigar, while I zeroed in on the Etta Says chew!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Just a couple of dudes chewing on things!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

While Minnow enjoyed playing with my cigar toy, I’m sure he was wondering when they are going to come out with a Ponybox, because dog cookies weren’t exactly the treat he was hoping for. That’s ok, there’s more for me!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

My Dudes Night with Barkbox was a total success! I even had to check to make sure Cricket wasn’t taking home seconds!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own BarkBox starting at $19 a month. Save $5 on your BarkBox subscription if you use code AMMO5!

Disclosure: I received a Barkbox in exchange for a review, but all opinions are entirely my own!

Updated Trick Box

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Ammo

Spring Doxie Fest 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund performs

If you’ve been following along with my adventures for a while, then you may recall I have a special trick box that I use for performances.

Spring Doxie Fest 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund performs

It’s served me well as I’ve performed at many venues over the years, but it was time for a little change.

Nipomo Imprints Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund - Super Hero

You might also remember that I asked all of you to weigh in how I should use my new decals on my trick box (and maybe even my helmet). Well a long 6 months later I FINALLY got around to giving my trick box a little updating!

Ammo the Dachshund's Trick Box

Mom helped me scrape off my old decal, add a fresh coat of paint, and reapply my decal from Nipomo Imprints for a brand-new look!

Ammo the Dachshund's Trick Box

I think it turned out pretty spiffy!

Ammo the Dachshund's Trick Box

It’s the perfect box for super hero crime fighting and save the world type adventures, and I can’t wait to bring it along on my next performance!

Ammo the Dachshund's Trick Box

Next though, I think my helmet might be begging for a fresh coat of paint! Super heroes can’t wear dinged up helmets of course!

Care 4 Dogs Snood Review & Giveaway

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This product review & giveaway is sponsored by Care 4 Dogs.

Care 4 Dogs Snood Review & Giveaway - Hood for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

The winter in Pennsylvania this year has been pretty harsh, but thanks to my new friends at Care 4 Dogs I’m a little extra warmer in my new winter snood! (incase you didn’t know a snood is a tubular scarf that you wear around your neck kinda like a hood).

Care 4 Dogs Snood Review & Giveaway - Hood for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

My new dark grey snood was custom made to fit my neck and head measurements (and can be custom made for any dog too). I’ve been enjoying wearing it over my ears this winter to keep them extra warm in the cold.

Care 4 Dogs Snood Review & Giveaway - Hood for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Or if your dog doesn’t like things over their ears you can also opt to just wear it around your neck for some extra warmth.

Care 4 Dogs Snood Review & Giveaway - Hood for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

One end of the snood is a bit more fitted to it’s sure to stay nice and snug on my head – but not too snug that it isn’t easy to pull off.

Care 4 Dogs Snood Review & Giveaway - Hood for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

My Care 4 Dogs Snood is now one of my must have winter accessories – I never leave home without it!

Care 4 Dogs Snood Review & Giveaway - Hood for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Care 4 Dogs not only makes custom snoods, but they also make rope leashes, pet sleeping bags, and even pet carriers!

And now for the best part….

Care 4 Dogs Snood Review & Giveaway - Hood for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

TWO Lucky WINNERS will WIN either a Custom Grey Snood or Grey Pet Sling from Care 4 Dogs

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway I will be using, Rafflecopter. We only use the information you provide to contact the winners and we never share it – so not to worry. Winners will be chosen at random and you will be contacted via e-mail to claim your prize. All the winners will also be announced on this blog post once the giveaway ends on 2/18/14 12AM EST. Open to readers world-wide. Only one winner of each prize, prize for winners will be chosen by Ammo. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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P.S. Don’t forget today is the last day to enter my Furlocity Giveaway!

Disclosure: I received a product from Care 4 Dogs in exchange for my honest review, all opinions are my own.

January 2013 Monthly Recap

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Ammo

Before we get to the recap of all the exciting adventures I’ve been on in January, I wanted to give a shoutout to my special sponsors! Thanks to them I’m able to bring you exciting posts, so make sure you give them some love and check out what great products they carry!

Barkbox is a monthly subscription service for your dog. Starting as low as $19 a month (shipping included) you can get a box of the finest treats and toys sent right to your front door every month! Choose from packages for small, medium, and large dogs and as a bonus 10% of their sales go to supporting rescue groups!

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And now a look at everything I’ve been up to this past January…

Happy New Year // Ammo the Dachshund

I welcomed in the New Year in style (as always)!

How I spent my Christmas // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared all of my adventures (and what Santa brought me) over Christmas.

Noodle and Friends Stroodle // Ammo the Dachshund

I got my Stroodle on!

Flying Hero Shop Update // Dachshund Greeting Cards

I shared my new line of Greeting Cards!

Dashing through the snow // Ammo the Dachshund

I attempted to catch snowballs with my best friend Trooper.

Muddy Ponies // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some of my weekend fun on the farm (and in the mud).

Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

I voiced my suspicions that I’m always being watched.

dachshund tail wag

I shared a throwback thursday video of my favorite use for my tail.

Ammo the Dachshund Visits the Nursing Home

I visited a nursing home.

Noodle and Friends Executive Coat Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared how I dress for work everyday.

Hunting Groundhogs on the Farm 2012 // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared a classic throwback thursday video of how I perfected my hunting skills as a puppy.

My Favorite Spot // Ammo the Dachshund

I revealed my favorite spot to nap at the house.

Sledding with the Ponies // Ammo the Dachshund

I went sledding with my ponies.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Beaches in Isle of Palms, South Carolina

I shared a throwback thursday video of my first trip to the beach.

Phew! I’m tired just thinking about all the fun I had! What did you do with your dog in January?

Furlocity Review & Giveaway

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This product review & giveaway is sponsored by Furlocity.

Truth be told I’ve never spent the night at a kennel or boarding facility, and honestly I hope to never have to be apart from my family! But I do know that sometimes this just isn’t possible and I’d like to think that should it come to that I’d be staying in one of the fanciest facilities for dogs! Finding those top notch places just got a little bit easier with Furlocity!

My Bags are Packed // Ammo the Dachshund

Furlocity is a first-of its-kind online marketplace for the pet accommodations and veterinary services industry. Pet parents can now simply visit Furlocity’s website to search, compare and instantly book their favorite trusted pet care facility all in one sitting. Furlocity isn’t only about pet boarding though, they also have a platform to help pet parents easily find and connect with pet care services and accommodations.

In just three easy steps, pet parents can visit Furlocity’s website, compare several of its pre-screened listed pet care facilities and book a stay based on their needs. Through Furlocity, pet parents can even create free pet profiles and upload vaccination/medical records to save time and streamline the check-in process, and also earn rewards towards free or discounted nights each time they book a stay.

Furlocity Review and Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Right now their selection of cities in small, but they continue to expand the areas covered.

Pet boarding, veterinarians, and even pet-friendly hotels can all easily be searched for through their website. Each business includes a write-up, photographs, and the best part – reviews by real people. You can even book hotel rooms and stays for your pet at a boarding facility right from the Furlocity website.

So next time you’re looking for pet accommodations make sure you checkout Furlocity! You may even end up in a swanky pet friendly hotel like me!

ammo the dachshund breakfast in bed at the hotel

And now for the best part….

Furlocity Review and Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE Lucky WINNER will WIN a One-Night Stay in any pet boarding facility on Furlocity

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway I will be using, Rafflecopter. We only use the information you provide to contact the winners and we never share it – so not to worry. Winners will be chosen at random and you will be contacted via e-mail to claim your prize. All the winners will also be announced on this blog post once the giveaway ends on 2/11/14 12AM EST. Boarding facility must be within the USA. Open to readers world-wide. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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Don’t forget to enter my Chewy.com Giveaway!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Furlocity, but all opinions are entirely my own.

Friday Fetch with Barkbox

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This product review is sponsored by Barkbox.

Friday Fetch with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

My January Barkbox subscription is here! You guys, let me tell you, I could hardly contain myself when that goodness arrived at my doorstep this month.

Friday Fetch with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

So I did what any other dog would do, I ripped that sucker open and grabbed the first thing I smelled!

Friday Fetch with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

This month’s Barkbox was packed with some delicious goodies as per usual.

Friday Fetch with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

We had the Loving Pets Barksters – crunchy sweet potato & beef crisps, a Harry Barker Tug n’ Toss rope toy, a Barkworthies Junior Bully Stick Chew (which I devoured right out of the box), and Think! Dog Alligator Jerky. Yes, I can honestly say I don’t think I’ve ever had actual alligator…..but I’m looking forward to trying it. I hear they are great for dogs with allergies to more common proteins like beef or chicken.

Friday Fetch with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

And lastly we’ve got the Wigzi! A dishwasher safe, recyclable, made in the USA toy that floats…..now if I could just get my dad to stop playing with it too!

Friday Fetch with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

So as you can see, for a box filled with all that dog-gone goodness…..it never stood a chance!

You can fetch your own BarkBox starting at $19 a month. It’s the perfect thing to gift your pup this Valentines Day! Save $5 on your BarkBox subscription if you use code AMMO5!

Disclosure: I received a Barkbox for review, but all opinions are entirely my own!

Throwback Thursday: A Puppy’s First Trip to the Beach

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Ammo

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Beaches in Isle of Palms, South Carolina

My love affair with the ocean started when I was just about a year old. For me it was love at first sight. How can you not love a place that has beaches for miles just begging to be dug up or waves that bring ashore critters to hunt and chase?

Check out this video from my very first encounter with the ocean just after I had celebrated my first birthday!

Do your pups enjoy the ocean too?

Sledding with the Ponies

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Ammo

Sledding with the Ponies // Ammo the Dachshund

Over the weekend I decided to go on a sledding adventure at the farm. So I grabbed my favorite ponies (Minnow, Blitz and Boomer) and hitched them to a sled for some fun!

Sledding with the Ponies // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper and I had a blast chasing the sleds – we even made it a little friendly competition out of who could get there first. (it was me incase you were wondering)

Sledding with the Ponies // Ammo the Dachshund

Dad even broke out his snowboard for a little more “extreme” fun. We’re a little unconventional around here.

Sledding with the Ponies // Ammo the Dachshund

You can bet I’ll be doing some sledding again real soon!

Make sure you stop by and visit the Painting Pony Blog today to see more fun videos of me sledding with the ponies!

My Favorite Spot

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Ammo

My Favorite Spot // Ammo the Dachshund

I bet you have that one favorite spot in your house. The spot where the couch dips in just right and the sun warms your back and you could just nap there for hours. Yeah, I have that spot at my house too.

My Favorite Spot // Ammo the Dachshund

All that’s missing is someone to hand feed me cookies and massage my back.

My Favorite Spot // Ammo the Dachshund

I guess a boy can dream can’t he?

Where is your dog’s favorite spot to nap?

Nutro Pomegranate Cookies Review & Giveaway

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This product review & giveaway is sponsored by Chewy.

My pals over at Chewy.com recently sent me a package of Nutro Crunchy Real Pomegranate Dog Cookies to try.

Chewy.com Nutro Treats // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

They feature real pomegranates and healthy ingredients, and as a bonus my mom says they smell great too (which is a real plus considering how some dog treats can be quite stinky). They include no wheat or corn, and they contain no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.

Chewy.com Nutro Treats // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund