We all saw it coming, but somehow it still feels like it just snuck right up on us!
But it’s true! 2014 is here!
So Happy New Year Friends! Here’s to another exciting year of adventures and fun, I hope you’ll join me on the ride!
And if you haven’t snagged one already there are still a few of my 2014 calendars left! 
In keeping up with my yearly tradition I’ve decided to take a look back over the goals I made for myself last year to see how I did! I’ve also come up with a new list of goals for 2014 that will hopefully keep me on my toes!
My 2013 Goals:
1. Create some more greeting card designs for my Flying Hero Etsy Shop
Not only did I come up with a fun new Holiday card this year, but I just finished designing a whole bunch of new cards that will be available in my shop this week! Don’t worry, I’ll be sure to share my new designs with everyone just as soon as they are ready!
2. Master the weave poles for my agility classes
I’m proud to say that I officially mastered the weave poles this past year! Yay! I even worked up to weaving 12 poles at a time.
3. Compete in an agility trial
Technically I didn’t compete in an agility trial this past year, but I did get to run a new course in a new location during the Fair Hill International Event in Maryland.
4. Learn a performance that I can perform on my own at events
I practiced and practiced and performed my very own trick skit during the Spring Doxie Fest last year in support of the Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue! It was a lot of fun and I think everyone enjoyed it!
5. Make every day count!
Looking back over everything I’ve done this past year I think I have this goal down! From trips to the beach, road tripping, paddleboarding, and enjoyable days on the farm – I packed in as much as I could this past year and it was such a blast!
2014 Goals:
So what about you? What are your goals for 2014?
Don’t forget to start 2014 off right, check out my Calendar available for purchase HERE! Hurry, because I only have a few copies left!
P.S. I promise to have a full recap on my wonderful Christmas for you later this week!
Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is a sponsored post by Pet Flow.
My friends over at PetFlow.com recently sent me a little package of goodies to check out. If you’re unfamiliar with PetFlow, they are an online retailer of almost 150 brands of pet food, treats and supplies including some of the highest quality brands that are not available locally.
So with a few simple clicks while surfing the web on the couch (in your pj’s of course) and your dog by your side, you can have all these goodies and more delivered to your doorstep in about 2 days!
My little delivery included:
Natural Balance Jerky Bark – these limited ingredient treats are a high quality treat made for dogs of all ages! Plus mom loves that their two main ingredients and chicken and sweet potato!
Bottle Buddies – these fun plush toys contain recycled water bottles inside, which are also replaceable. Your dog will love the crinkle of these toys, just like I did….
Gimme Gummy Dog Toy – made of durable food grade silicone, these toys are oven safe to 450 degrees, and freezer safe. You can bake and freeze treats right inside the toy! I can’t wait to test them out in the oven with a tasty dog cookie recipe.
Venison Antler Dog Treat – these eco friendly and long lasting dental chews are hormone and antibiotic free. They are cut from seasonally shed racks that are naturally dropped in Oregon’s forests and are also a great source of chondroiton sulfate which aids in maintaining hip and joint health. It’s great you can find a tasty treat that is also good for you too!
And now for the best part…..
ONE Lucky WINNER will WIN A PACKAGE OF VENISON CHEWS from PetFlow (valued at $18)
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 1/7/14 12AM EST. Open to USA Residents Only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!
Disclosure: I received a package of goodies from PetFlow for review on my blog, but all opinions are entirely my own!
A few days ago my December BarkBox arrived in the mail!
I love getting packages in the mail, and when the BarkBox arrives I know that it’s always stocked full of lots of goodies for me. I thought it would be fun to show you exactly what arrived in this month’s box….
Barkworthies – made with 100% beef bladder, Barkworthies junior bully sticks are long-lasting and delicious. No chemicals or preservatives are used, making them a better choice than rawhides.
Bistro Bites – made specifically for smaller dogs these healthy goodies are perfect for tiny mouths. They are wheat-free, gluten-free, and high in protein.
Simply Fido – these adorable interactive toys are meant for tugging, squeaking, and snuggling. They are made with organic, non-toxic materials and low-impact, AZO-free dyes.
Planet Dog – made with no wheat, corn or soy these pumpkin treats are perfect for snacking. Did you know pumpkin is a natural digestive aid and stomach-soother?
GoDog – these colorful, fuzzy, and squeaky toys are sure to make your best friend giggle. They are designed to be tough with chew guard protection!
I may have had a little too much fun with my BarkBox, but hey, there’s no reason not to!
And did you know that BarkBox also has a web shop stocked full of fun goodies for humans too?
Their belly rub t-shirt was so comfy that I almost stole it for myself.
But then I felt bad that mom never gets any goodies in the mail, so I decided to let her have the t-shirt. Plus the tote bag was a little more my size anyway! *wink*
Save $10 the month of December on your BarkBox subscription if you use code AMMO5!
Disclosure: I received a Barkbox for review, but all opinions are entirely my own!
It’s the day day after Christmas and I’m still feeling festive!
I hope you had a wonderful holiday and I’ll be back to regular posting just as soon as I recover from my Christmas Cheer Hangover!
I can still hear Santa’s sleigh in the distance!
I am so excited because today is CHRISTMAS! I even broke out my most festive glasses for the occasion.
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!
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!
I can hardly wait to see what you have in that sack for me!
And if you happen to need any extra reindeer I’m more than happy to help out!
Or better yet, I can also fill in as an elf!
Elves get to open all the presents first right?
Merry Christmas Eve everyone!
This 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?
It’s just a few days before Christmas and you forgot to get your dog a gift, for shame! But not to worry, with my simple (and free) DIY you can whip up a special gift for your pup in under 5 minutes!
Materials:
Directions:
Starting with one of the larger items, wrap it in a single layer of tissue paper and secure with a piece of tape. Using another layer of tissue wrap up a few cookies ontop of the first item and secure with tape. Continue in this fashion until all of your items are wrapped up in a different layer. When you are finished you should have a nice little package that your dog will enjoy tearing into on Christmas morning!
Make sure you always supervise your pet with the Prize Ball, and do not allow them to eat any of the paper.
Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is a sponsored post by Chewy.
My friends over at Chewy.com recently sent over this package of Evanger’s Wild Salmon Freeze Dried Treats for me to try.
They smelled so delish that I couldn’t even keep my paws off them long enough for mom to snap a few photos.
Wild Salmon is high in protein and low in calories and saturated fat. Great to give your pets with food allergies and they’re also made in the USA.
Made with just one ingredient (Salmon) these treats tasted like they were fresh out of the stream! They were a bit too crumbly to be used as a training treat when we are out and about, but made for the perfect after dinner snack!
You can fetch these Evanger’s Salmon Treats from Chewy.com for about $6.
And now you have a chance to win some goodies from Chewy.com, just enter below…
Don’t forget, today is the last day to enter my PetBox Giveaway!
Disclosure: I received a box of Salmon treats for review on my blog, but all opinions are entirely my own!
Dear Santa,
Even though I sometimes like to bark at big dogs, don’t ALWAYS come when I’m called, and left a stinky little present at grandma’s house, I still think I deserve all of the items on my Christmas Wish List. I will try harder next year.
xoxo, Ammo
