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A Parading We Will Go

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Holiday Christmas Parade

A few weekends ago I took Baby P on a very special outing. I took her to her very first Christmas parade!

Holiday Christmas Parade

Holiday Christmas Parade

The real reason I’m always in attendance of my town’s holiday parade is to entertain the customers at our shop. I always do a pretty good job of that (nobody’s better than me at playing dead), and this year Baby P even helped me out by squealing and dancing for all the visitors too (only my camera crew missed catching that, shame on them). It was nice to have a little extra help, entertaining customers is hard work!

Holiday Christmas Parade

But after our duties at the shop (and more than a few diaper changes for Baby P), we hit the streets to watch the parade.

Holiday Christmas Parade

Holiday Christmas Parade

Fire trucks and flashing lights are always a favorite for me and now my sister too, but the music really gets us in the Christmas mood!

Holiday Christmas Parade

I was super excited to see some fellow low riders in the parade! Although I’m pretty sure I totally had them out dressed!

Holiday Christmas Parade

Baby P though, she got to wave to Santa! I admit, I was a bit jealous, but then I remembered that I’ve had 8 years of Santa visiting my house just for me, so I felt a little better about sharing Santa with my sister this year. Overall we had a blast at the Holiday Parade this year, and I can’t wait until next year when my sister will be running around at it with me!

Only 3 more sleeps until I get to see what Santa brings me under the tree! I can’t wait!

Does your town have a holiday parade? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

 

A Very Merry Christmas with the Jolly Guy

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Just before Thanksgiving I went on a special adventure to visit Santa! Now I know what you’re thinking, visiting Santa before Thanksgiving? But hey….

A Very Merry Christmas

…no lines! And when you have your little baby sister with you, no lines is a good thing!

A Very Merry Christmas

That’s right, this was Baby P’s first time visiting with Santa. And you know I taught her well when the first thing she did was to tug on Santa’s beard to make sure it was real. You can never be too careful these days!

A Very Merry Christmas

And if you’re thinking I let Baby P have all the fun, you would be mistaken. I NEVER pass up the opportunity to tell a jolly man in a red suit EXACTLY what I want for Christmas!

A Very Merry Christmas

Next year Baby P and I need to work on our smiles. (It’s always hard to concentrate on picture taking when you’re trying to remember your Christmas wish list). We’ll get there.

It was fun to actually have a buddy to visit Santa with this year, after all, for the past 8 years I’ve been doing it solo. Santa is always more fun with friends!

Do your dogs get to visit Santa every year?Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Christmas with my Family

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Even thought Christmas has come and gone, I haven’t forgotten about sharing just what sort of adventures I went on during my holiday break! So here’s my fun recap of all things Christmasy…

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

My Christmas eve started off pretty uneventful, as I still had to fulfill my shop dog duties for all the customers that needed to pick up their picture framing.

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

But eventually it was time to head over to Trooper’s house at the farm so that I could celebrate with him and my extended family.

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

I got busy right away helping to clean up around the kitchen. (apparently Trooper is slacking on his floor licking duties).

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

But elsewhere, the tree decorating fun was well underway! (and let’s be honest, my 6 foot 3 Uncle Taylor was much more suited for putting the angel on top than short little me)

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

The rest of the night consisted of gift giving, sock stealing (on Trooper’s part), good times with my family, and maybe just a few naps too. Before I knew it, it was time to head home so that Santa could bring me some presents!

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

When I woke on Christmas morning I was so excited! Honestly, I wasn’t sure if Santa would bring me anything after I caught that bunny in the backyard, and got on the dining room table to steal food (oops). But I guess my “goodness” outweighed the bad this year, because he brought me lots of fun presents!

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

From a December Barkbox filled with fun treats and toys….

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

…to this great treat dispensing toy and peanut butter cookies from the Barkshop.

My favorite new toy though, the Bouncing Squirrel Tail mom and dad bought me from the Barkshop! (you can snag one for your pup from the Barkshop with code AMMO for a FREE PRIZE at checkout). I’ve been having a blast with my new toy over the past few weeks!

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

Christmas is always an exciting whirlwind, and just as things were winding down mom and dad said we had to get ready to go to my MomMom & PopPop’s house.

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

I always love going to MomMom & PopPop’s house, because without fail, PopPop always manages to “drop” food on the floor. 😉

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

There was also plenty of time for more gift giving and playing with my cousins too (who coincidently also LOVED my new Bouncing Squirrel Tail too).

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

Christmas with my family is always a special time. Despite my excitement about all the gifts and food, my very favorite part is getting to be with the one’s I love.

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

Of course if you know me and my family, then you know that even though Christmas was over, the fun never stops at my house. The day after Christmas I was hitting the hiking trail with more of my family! After all, we had to burn off all those Christmas dinner calories we had the day before!

I’m already counting down the days until next Christmas! What sort of fun did you have for the holiday? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

12 Days of Cheer! Happy Christmas!

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12 Days of Cheer! Merry Christmas from Ammo the Dachshund!

I am so excited because today is CHRISTMAS! I even broke out my most festive glasses for the occasion.

12 Days of Cheer! Merry Christmas from Ammo the Dachshund!

And on my 12th Day of Cheer I wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas! I’m off to visit my family and spread as much cheer as possible in my holiday spectacles. I hope you all have a wonderful day and that Santa brought you lots of goodies! Merry Merry Christmas! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! It’s Christmas Eve!

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This post is sponsored by my friends at PetBox.

Dear Santa,

It’s Christmas Eve and I’ve got my reindeer booties on and I’ve left you a big plate of cookies for when you come to my house to deliver the presents!

12 Days of Cheer! It's Christmas Eve with Ammo the Dachshund

I can hardly wait to see what you have in that sack for me!

12 Days of Cheer! It's Christmas Eve with Ammo the Dachshund

And if you happen to need any extra reindeer I’m more than happy to help out!

12 Days of Cheer! It's Christmas Eve with Ammo the Dachshund

Or better yet, I can also fill in as an elf!

12 Days of Cheer! It's Christmas Eve with Ammo the Dachshund

Elves get to open all the presents first right?

Merry Christmas Eve everyone!

PetBox Monthly Dog Subscription Service Review & Giveaway // Ammo the DachshundThis post has been sponsored by PetBox.  PetBox is a monthly delivery service that sends treats and toys and goodies right to your front door, and they are unique in allowing you to even choose what goes into your pet’s box if you like each month.

You can use the code AMMO20 for a 20% discount on your PetBox subscription.

PetBox is running a Profits For Paws December campaign. For the entire month of December, PetBox is giving back 100% of it’s profits to pet charities across the United States. Now how can you not love a company that helps animals in need? Ammo the Dachshund

 

12 Days of Cheer! Merry Christmas!

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Today is the last day of my 12 Days of Cheer! And it is also Christmas Day! Hooray!

12 Days of Cheer! Merry Christmas from Ammo the Dachshund

I hope you’ve enjoyed celebrating the season with my 12 Days of Cheer – and just for fun, let’s take a look back at all the fun we’ve had these past few days.

12 Days of Cheer! Free Downloadable Desktop Wallpaper featuring Ammo the Dachshund

Day 1: Free Holiday Desktop Wallpaper

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund's Christmas Wish List

Day 2: Ammo’s Christmas Wish List

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund visits Santa

Day 3: Visiting Santa

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Day 4: DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

12 Days of Cheer! Holiday Gift Guides for Dogs and Dog Lovers

Day 5: Holiday Gift Guides for Dogs and Dog Lovers

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Day 6: DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

Day 7: Christmas Parade Time

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Pet Garland using Milkbones! via Ammo the Dachshund

Day 8: DIY Holiday Pet Garland

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Pet Snowglobe via Ammo the Dachshund

Day 9: DIY Pet Snow Globe

12 Days of Cheer! Holiday Dog Gift Wrap and Free Gift Tags from Ammo the Dachshund

Day 10: Gift Wrap for Dogs and Free Printable Gift Tags

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Eve Outfit for your Dog via Ammo the Dachshund

Day 11: DIY Christmas Eve Outfit for Dogs

So on our final and last day of the 12 Days of Cheer I wanted to wish all of my friends and family a very Merry Christmas!

12 Days of Cheer! Merry Christmas from Ammo the Dachshund

I’m now off to visit with my family and spread my Christmas Cheer while wearing my most awesome Christmas Outfit. When you’re this good looking it’s pretty easy to leave some cheer behind everywhere you go!

xoxo! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade Time!

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Every year I put on my best holiday gear and get ready for the Downingtown Christmas Parade in town.

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

This year was no exception!

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

Being that I have a 9-5 job working as official shop greeter at mom’s shop in town, parade time I have to work extra hard to invite parade goers into the shop for free hot cider & cookies!

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

Luckily I’m pretty cute, so my job usually isn’t that hard. *wink*

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

After working hard at the shop all morning I was excited to hear that the parade was about to start. I made sure I got a front row seat for all the action!

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

The parade was just as fabulous as always, but the most exciting part is always SANTA!

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas Parade with Ammo the Dachshund

And MRS. CLAUS too!

Hey Santa! I hope you got my Christmas List! See you again in a few days! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar

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DIY and Cookies, what’s more to love? Today I have a very special holiday diy to share with you, it’s simple, it’s easy, and it involves cookies!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Supplies:

  • Mason Jar
  • Painters Tape
  • Spray Paint
  • Bone Cookie Cutter (or anything you would like to use as a stencil)
  • Exacto Knife

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 1: Lay out your painters tape on a cuttable surface (self-healing mats work great) and trace around your dog bone shaped cookie cutter (or any stencil you would like to use).

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 2: Cut the shape out with an exacto knife.

Step 3: Position your cut-out shape on the mason jar where-ever you would like it.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Step 4: Spray paint the jar in any color you would like.

Step 5: When the jar is dry remove the painters tape and fill with your favorite cookies!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

I filled my jar with some peanut butter cookies from the Three Dog Bakery, but if you are looking for some recipes you might want to check out this E-book from Pretty Fluffy.

My new DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar would make the perfect gift this holiday to give to my best friend Trooper, however my tummy might have the final ruling on this one. I’m sure Trooper won’t mind if I eat just a few! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Visiting Santa

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Last week mom and dad took me to Waterloo Gardens to see Santa. I was so excited because I couldn’t wait to tell him all of the lovely gifts I wanted him to pack on his sleigh for me.

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund visits Santa

Mom and dad snapped lots of photos of me, and I made sure to pack my reindeer antlers….just in case Santa was in need of one more reindeer for his sleigh!

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund visits Santa

Sadly Santa saw right though my cardboard antlers, but he made me feel much better with a great big Christmas hug! Best day ever!

Little did I know, later in the week I’d get to see Santa again, this time at the Animal Clinic at Thorndale. This trip to Santa gave me a chance to donate money to the fund for Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief. Yay for helping the animals!

I’ll have to wait a bit longer to see the professional photos from Clocks for Seeing Photography, but mom and dad were able to snap this shot of me on Santa’s lap.

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo's trip to see Santa

Yes, I’ll admit – I was a bit frightened. But when Santa sets up shop in your vet’s office…..you can’t help but worry that his Christmas gift to you is bound to be a round of shots. Luckily he had mercy on me this year. Thanks Santa.

Now I only have 12 more days until I get to see Santa again – when he slides down my chimney on Christmas Eve! Yippee! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer!

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Starting today I’m going to be celebrating the 12 Days of Cheer! What is the 12 Days of Cheer you ask? Why only the most awesome, spectacular, fantastic celebration of all things Holiday on the internet!

12 Days of Cheer! with Ammo the Dachshund

For 12 days (monday through friday) I’ll be bringing you awesome holiday DIY’s, cheerful Christmas photos, holiday freebies, dog friendly gifts and so much more. It’s going to be so much fun!

12 Days of Cheer! with Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! with Ammo the Dachshund

I hope you’ll join me in celebrating the 12 Days of Cheer, because it wouldn’t be as much fun without you! Ammo the Dachshund