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My New Adventure as a Big Brother

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Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

Over the weekend mom and I arrived at the farm to find a celebration! Mom said it was a baby shower for my soon-to-be little sister, although the way I saw it was a celebration of me becoming a big brother!

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

It was the perfect combination of ponies….

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

….and food! (My favorite).

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

Of course it wouldn’t have been a celebration if I didn’t break of my bowtie! The brother-to-be always has to look his best.

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

Even though my buddy Minnow was just outside in the pasture, we certainly had to include him in the festivities too. So he was inside in spirit for a pin-the-baby-on-the-pony game.

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

Eventually it was time for my favorite part of the day! Opening presents!

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

I’m an expert at gift unwrapping and I was super excited to see what all my friends and family brought to celebrate my “becoming a big brother”.

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

There were lots of sweet dachshund (and pony) related gifts that were opened but I was starting to realize why mom said it was a “baby shower”.

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

Eventually Trooper and I started to loose interest in the baby gear so I decided to checkout what fun games there might be for me to play instead.

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

I was in luck, because not only was there was a stinky inspired game just for me, but it also included candy bars in a “guess which candy bar/dirty diaper game”. I may or may not have gotten in big trouble for trying to steal one of them! 😉

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

I sulked for a bit about not being involved as much as I would have liked in this “baby shower”, but mom told me not to worry…

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

…for she says soon I’ll have to test all the baby gear for my sister before she comes. And something tells me mom and dad will be practicing carrying me around in this baby carrier pretty soon!

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

After the shower I helped gift all our special friends these cute little horse shoes to show how much I appreciated them coming to celebrate my little sister.

Ammo the Dachshund Celebrates Becoming a Big Brother

Mom, Dad, Minnow, Me and Boomerang (who just happened to be in another pasture for this picture) are super excited for my little sister to get here! I can’t wait to show her where all the groundhog holes are on the farm, she’s going to love it!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Do you include your dog in family gatherings and parties?

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm

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Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

My fun day in the snow after winter storm Jonas last weekend didn’t end after I helped my dad dig us out, because my ponies on the farm needed to be cared for too!

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

So Trooper and I bundled up and got ready to help with all the farm chores!

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Once all my ponies were fed, and the stalls were mucked, it was time to have a little fun.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

And just like that we were off! (bet you can’t even spot me way up ahead of Trooper…he can never catch me!)

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Boomerang is always our first stop, because he’s ALWAYS up for a good time in the snow.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

His toothy grin pretty much says it all, and I’m pretty sure he wishes it was a snow day everyday.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Yup, Boomer definitely knows how to have a good time in the snow!

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Two can play at that game Boomer! Because I know how to have a good time in the snow too!

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Even my pal Minnow wanted to get in on the action.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper did pretty well keeping up with Minnow despite the deep snow…

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

….I of course tried my little heart out to keep up too, but lets face it, 26+ inches of snow is not exactly friendly to us short dogs. #shortdogproblems

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

So I relegated myself to the spectators side of the fence to get a better view of the pony show.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

And my pal Minnow did not disappoint! He put on a grand show for me in the snow.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Overall it was a perfect snow day on the farm with my ponies. I can’t wait to do it again soon! Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Adventures at Ludwigs

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Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

Over the Labor Day Weekend me and my best pony pal Minnow, the Painting Pony, attended the Ludwigs Corner Horse Show.

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

Our goal, to make as many people smile as we could!

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

My pal Minnow is pretty good at helping us draw a crowd, I mean just look at his super model pose!

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

And when he starts to paint everyone can’t help but to be captivated!

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

Myself included, as I love watching Minnow create his special works of art.

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow painted several works of art throughout the day which should be available on his website very soon.

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

Finally it was my turn to perform, and I showed off some of my expert hoop jumping skills.

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

I even made it through the flaming hoop of death…..unharmed!

I also shared a few of my circus stunts like rolling my barrel….

….and playing dead!

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

And for my final heroic stunt, I dove head first though a solid hoop (don’t worry, I wore my helmet for safety!)

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

After our first performance of the day a nasty thunderstorm rolled through. Minnow went to wait out the storm on the horse trailer while I hunkered down in our tent.

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

Eventually the sun came back out for just long enough for Minnow to create a few more paintings, even if the crowds had died down pretty drastically!

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

By the end of the day I was pretty beat! But I’m pretty sure Minnow and I accomplished our goal to make everyone smile! Ammo the Dachshund

Meet Ammo Labor Day Weekend!

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Minnow the Painting Pony I are excited to announce that we will be visiting the Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show in Pennsylvania on Sunday August 31 from 12 – 5pm! We will be painting/performing tricks at 1:30pm and 3:30pm at our booth on the midway. We hope you’ll come visit us!

Spring Doxie Fest 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund performs

Friendly dogs are always welcome at Ludwig’s too!

minnow the painting pony

ammo the dachshund with painting pony

I promise to do lots of silly things to make you smile if you come visit me and Minnow on Labor Day Weekend in Ludwig’s Corner, Pennyslvania! Ammo the Dachshund

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake

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Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

It’s no secret that I love spending time at the lake during the summer.

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

But did you know that my pony friends from the farm also enjoy relaxing at the lake on hot summer days?

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

While I’ve been to the lake with my ponies many times before, this time I decided to find out what it was like to swim with them! My favorite pony Minnow offered up his back to take me for a swim around the lake.

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

And since ponies don’t come equipped with seat belts, mom had to come along too to make sure I didn’t accidentally fall in (not to worry though, I wore my life vest at all times too).

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

My pal Minnow is actually a Chincoteague Pony and he was born wild on the Island of Assateague. Which if you know the story of the Chincoteague Ponies, then you may know that as a young pony Minnow made the swim across the Chincoteague Channel during Pony Penning Week when he was just a young foal. So if anyone knows how to swim, it’s my pal Minnow.

And I have to say, swimming on the back of a pony is a heck of a lot easier than swimming in the lake on your own. I think it’s going to have to be my preferred method of transportation on the lake from now on!

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

So thanks Minnow, for taking me on my maiden pony swimming voyage! I hope to have many more in my future! Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. Thanks to my pals from My Life, Naturally for taking some of the photos in this post!

Painting with famous Ponies

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Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

This is my very special pony friend, Minnow. You’ve probably already met him before, but incase you didn’t know, Minnow is a world-famous artist! His paintings have sold all over the world and help to raise money for animal rescue groups.

Over the weekend I got to hang with my pony friend and watch him create some of his masterpieces.

Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

But famous artists can’t do it alone, there’s always a clean-up crew hiding behind the scenes.

Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it!

Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Of course even assistants sometimes get a painted nose or two!

It’s all part of the job description. Ammo the Dachshund

You can find out more about Minnow and all the Painting Ponies at PaintingPony.com 

February 2014 Monthly Recap

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Before we get to the recap of all the exciting adventures I’ve been on in February, 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!

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

Dachshund Valentine's Day Cards // Flying Hero // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some of the Valentine’s Day goodies in my Shop before the big day!

Valentine's Day DIY Flirt Pole - interactive dog toy // Ammo the Dachshund

I created a tutorial for a DIY Flirt Pole – the best dog toy ever!

Valentines Day Round-up // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some of my favorite Valentine’s Day Products.

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

I reviewed and gave away one of these super cool snoods!

Ammo the Dachshund's Trick Box

I updated my trick box to get ready for this year’s performances.

Ice Storm in Pennsylvania // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my adventures during the nasty ice storm that hit my area, and survived 4 days without power!

Happy Valentine's Day // Ammo the Dachshund

I invited everyone to be my Valentine!

chewy.com Dream Treats - Rabbit - Review & Giveaway

I reviewed and gave away these yummy rabbit treats.

2014 Blizzard with Ammo the Dachshund

I played in the snow during a big blizzard we received.

Ammo the Dachshund // Dog Agility

I shared a video of one of my not-so-clean runs on the dog agility course.

spider the kitten

I shared a video from back in the day on how I trained Spider the Kitten.

Ruffwear Summit Trex Dog Boots Review & GIveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

My buddy Trooper and I reviewed and gave away a pair of Ruffwear Dog Boots.

In a foggy backyard // Ammo the Dachshund

I told of the adventures in my foggy back yard.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

I had a dude night with my pal Minnow and my February Barkbox.

Super Ammo the Dachshund // Oscars

I shared how I was shocked I wasn’t invited to the Oscars.

Wow, I really packed a lot in this February! What about you, did you go on any exciting adventures this past month? Ammo the Dachshund

Pet Expos, Oscars, and More Snow

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This past weekend was packed of lots of fun things. On Sunday mom hit up the National Pet Expo in Harrisburg, Pa. I was a little miffed she didn’t bring me along, but apparently dogs weren’t allowed in the adjoining Horse World Expo – so I had to stay home this time.

National Pet Expo // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom said there was lots of fun doggie entertainment including trick performances, flyball demos, agility, doggie dancing, and even dock diving!

The Dock Dogs put on a great show according to mom, and her video had me wishing I was brave enough to dive like that myself.

National Pet Expo // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom even stopped by the Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue booth where she met this cutie, and even spotted my photo advertising their upcoming Spring Doxie Fest! How cool!

National Pet Expo // Ammo the Dachshund

There was lots of dogs of all shapes and sizes at the National Pet Expo – although I’m not entirely positive that this gal isn’t half sheep as well?

National Pet Expo // Ammo the Dachshund

But dogs weren’t the only ones there – this little Nigerian Dwarf Goat totally stole the show in his cute little pj’s.

National Pet Expo // Ammo the Dachshund

Before mom headed home from the expo she also checked out the Horse World Expo, where she swung by the Bitless Bridle booth and spotted my pal Boomerang’s photo advertising the versatility of these bridles. (My mom is the one wearing a red shirt in the photos).

Oscars 2014 // Ammo the Dachshund

After mom got home (and I begged her for the details on the expo), we settled in to watch the Oscars with host Ellen DeGeneres! I of course wore my super hero ensemble in honor of the “heroes” theme!

Oscars 2014 // Ammo the Dachshund

I especially loved watching the compilation of cartoon super heroes!

Oscars 2014 // Ammo the Dachshund

But I have to admit some of the scenes were a bit scary – even for a hero!

Oscars 2014 // Ammo the Dachshund

I made it until about 11pm – but sometimes even super heroes can’t stay up past their bedtime!

Snow // Ammo the Dachshund

I awoke the next morning to another blanket of snow! (that groundhog was right for once predicting 6 more weeks of winter).

Snow // Ammo the Dachshund

Snow // Ammo the Dachshund

My fuzzy pony friends don’t seem to mind the cold at all, but when it is in the single digits I just can’t hang outside in the cold for long!

Snow // Ammo the Dachshund

It was still fun for as long as I lasted though!

So how was your weekend? Did you go on any fun adventures? Ammo the Dachshund

Sledding with the Ponies

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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

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! Ammo the Dachshund

My Ponies Head to Chincoteague

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Every year my mom packs up the ponies and heads to Chincoteague Island in Virginia for the Annual Chincoteague Pony Swim and Auction the last week in July. Sadly I’m always left behind for this annual homecoming of sorts, mostly because mom says it’s too hot for me!

painting pony with ammo the dachshund

So while I stay home with dad and watch movies, eat junk food, and stay up way too late, mom and my ponies are performing all week long at the Chincoteague Pony Centre in the hot summer weather. Perhaps I got the better end of this deal?

Ammo the Dachshund Helps Prepare for Pony Penning // Chincoteague Pony Boomerang

Ammo the Dachshund Super Hero and his Super Hero Pony

I’m wishing my ponies the best of luck in their performances, and I just know they’ll make lots of people smile!

boomerang laughing

See you when you return ponies! You better bring me back a souvenir!

Also, check out this article that was in my local paper all about my favorite ponies! Read it HERE. Ammo the Dachshund