I can Bear-ly Wait

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Ammo

I Can Bear-ly Wait

Not that long ago I received a very special package in the mail from my pal Sharkie‘s grandma.

I Can Bear-ly Wait

Not only did it include this adorable handmade sweater for me, but also some super fun items for my sister and I to enjoy.

I Can Bear-ly Wait

Seriously how cute are these poncho, booties, and cowgirl boots for my little sister? I just know she’s absolutely going to love them once she gets here.

I Can Bear-ly Wait

But my favorite thing of all was this super awesome bear cowl!

I Can Bear-ly Wait

Does it make me look ferocious and bear-like? Well not too ferocious, you know, because I don’t want to be scaring my sister.

I Can Bear-ly Wait

Speaking of my sister, Sharkie’s Grandma made her one too! How cool is that!

I Can Bear-ly Wait

Since I knew these beautifully made items would be so much fun for my sister and I to wear, I thought it would be appropriate to start practicing my story-time skills (with a bear theme of course) for when she gets here. Unfortunately I don’t own Goldilocks and the Three Bears (you better get on that mom!), but I do have this really fun book about National Parks*, and you all know how much I love the great outdoors!

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I Can Bear-ly Wait

And of course it has bears! Maybe someday I’ll get to take my sister on a fun road-trip to visit these national parks in person (some of which I’ve already visited myself – and saw bears in too!)

I Can Bear-ly Wait

Now I just have to wait for my sister to get here so I can actually read it to her!

Thanks to Suzanne for her amazing crocheting skills. My sister and I will treasure these items always!

Do you have any recommendations for fun bear-themed books I can read to my sister when she comes?

Oh the Places You Sleep: Vol. 16

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Ammo

With my baby sister set to arrive in a few short weeks mom and dad have been telling me I better rest up now. Because when the baby comes I won’t get to do as much napping. Don’t worry, I’m an expert at catching some Zzzz’s, just check out where I’ve been sleeping this past month….

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 16 with Ammo the Dachshund

What’s your favorite spot this month?

Check out where else I’ve been sleeping in my “Oh the Places You Sleep” series!

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 15

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Ammo

It’s that time of the month when you can live vicariously through me and all of my favorite napping spots! Here’s where I’ve been catching some Zzzz’s the past few weeks:

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 15 with Ammo the Dachshund

What’s your favorite spot this month?

Check out where else I’ve been sleeping in my “Oh the Places You Sleep” series!

Dogs Compete for Everything

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post is brought to you by PetQwerks. All opinions are my own and I only share products I think you and your dogs will love.

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Trooper and I have always been really competitive. We compete for pretty much everything including treats, toys, dinner, and who gets to eat the cat food first!

Most of the time I win at everything (I’m a dachshund, I was born a wienner!), but every once in a while something comes along that Trooper puts up a little more of a fight for! Check out the video below for proof….

Trooper wasn’t going to let me get away with having all the fun with our PetQwerks Flavorit Bones.

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See these nylon dog bones have tiny little holes on them that allow them to be filled with your dog’s favorite soft spread like peanut butter, cream cheese and more.

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Trooper certainly put up a good fight for this one, but as you saw in the video, us dachshunds always win!

Read more about the PetQwerks Flavorit Bone in a recent review of them I did and you can fetch one for your dog with code flavorit20 for 20% off your order!

Is your dog competitive with other dogs?

The Big Secret I’ve Been Hiding

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Ammo

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

It’s true. I’ve been hiding something from you.

This blog has always been a way for me to share my daily adventures with the world, and I love that all of you continue to check in to see what I’m up to in my life.

Winter on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

From snow days on the farm…

A Day at the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund

…beach days in the summer…

Shop Dog // Work // Ammo the Dachshund

…and my hard working days at the shop, I’ve shared just about everything on this blog.

Except there is one thing that I’ve kept a secret. Until now…

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

This summer I’m going to be starting my biggest adventure yet, as a BIG BROTHER! That’s right, after 7 years of being an “only child” my family is going to be gaining a new member.

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

My new 2-legged little sister will be here before I know it, and I’ve still got a lot to do to prepare!

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

I’ve already been practicing my dress-up skills, and I don’t even mind having to wear pink shades with my fashionable bunny slippers….

Ammo the Dachshund Super Hero and his Super Hero Pony

…just so long as Minnow and I can still play Super Heroes with her too!

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

While I know things around here will change, I’m more than ready for my next big adventure!

Thanks to all of you for supporting me along the way, and being there to cheer me on no matter where life takes me. Adventure Awaits!

P.S. My lovely Guard Dog Bandana is compliments of Paper Whale Design on Etsy

When You’re Bored at Work

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post is brought to you by Chewy.com. All opinions are my own and I received a product in exchange for my honest review. I only share products that I think you and your dogs will love.

Sometimes at work I get a little bored (as evident by the video above). Let’s be honest, I can’t run the machinery at the shop or actually frame a picture (these darn paws), and unless there is a constant flow of customers coming in the door I get a little restless without someone available to play with me 24/7.

So when my friends over at Chewy.com sent me this Outward Hound Star Spinner Toy mom thought it might be a fun distraction for me at work when she’s too busy to play.

All you need are a few yummy treats to get started. Mom used some of my kibble.

Pop them into the Star Spinner and you’re ready for business.

Mom closed it all up so that it would be more of a challenge before giving it to me.

It also has a knob on the bottom that you can use to adjust the difficulty (how easily the star spins open), and since I’m such a smarty pants I started on the hardest setting.

Since I’m pretty used to playing puzzles and games this particular toy was a bit too easy for me, but it was still fun to play with! Mom thought it would be really great for dogs who eat their meals too quickly, because this would really slow them down.

If you’d like to see if your dog can crack the Star Spinner Puzzle Toy as fast as I can you can fetch one over at Chewy.com!

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 14

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Ammo

Yay! It’s everyone’s favorite time of the month…..time for a nap! Ok well technically you probably can’t take a nap (because you’re working….or perhaps you should be!), but since I’m a dog I can nap ANYTIME I want. You’re jealous aren’t you? That’s ok, you can live vicariously through all the interesting places I’ve been napping this month. Check it out…

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 14 with Ammo the Dachshund

Let’s be honest here, I work hard, but I nap even harder! Which place is your favorite nap spot this month?

Check out where else I’ve been sleeping in my “Oh the Places You Sleep” series!

Nylon Dog Bone Chews with an Extra Kick + A Giveaway

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post and giveaway is brought to you by Pet Qwerks. All opinions are my own and I only share products I think you and your pets will love!