Ammo the Dachshund

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No Big Woof

Posted on March 24, 2017 by Ammo

No Big Woof

Just yesterday mom snapped this photo of me while Dad was working on a project at the shop. Some may be surprised that I was able to nap through a power drill right by my bed, but there is a really good reason as to why this sort of thing doesn’t bother me. See, my mom and dad are artists and DIYers, which means that power tools are pretty much NO BIG WOOF to me anymore.

Pet Friendly Kitchen Renovation via Ammo the Dachshund

I made it through an entire Kitchen remodel in 2015.

Ammo the Dachshund // The Building of a Farmhouse

I helped with excavation on the farm.

Ammo the Dachshund // Post and Beam House Construction

I helped Trooper with his post and beam house in 2012.

Ammo the Dachshund // On the Job // Construction

I helped lay radiant flooring.

Ammo the Dachshund // Puppy // Farmwork

And on my VERY first day with my new family I helped build fencing.

So yup, power tools are NO BIG WOOF.

Now vacuum cleaners ….that’s a whole other story.

Sharing is Caring

Posted on March 22, 2017 by Ammo

Sharing is Caring

So every time I turn around lately it seems my sister is eating. For someone so tiny she eats so very frequently. Lucky!

Sharing is Caring

I also started to take note that said eating was very very messy.

Sharing is Caring

Now occasionally this messiness would end up on the floor (score!), but most of the time mom whisked it away before I could get so much as a lick. And more often than not it was the icky stuff anyway (you know, the vegetables).

Sharing is Caring

As the weeks passed I decided to take matters into my own paws.

Sharing is Caring

But I guess they call them high chairs for a reason! And I wasn’t really getting that much closer to my end goal.

Sharing is Caring

But then one day, as luck would have it, I noticed a tiny little hand peeking down from the high chair.

Sharing is Caring

My sister was sharing. IT. WAS. GLORIOUS.

Baby P, I love you more everyday. xoxo, your best pal and big brother Ammo.

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with the GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This post and giveaway is brought to you by GoPure. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your pets will love.

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

Water – it’s absolutely necessary for all of us to survive, but have you thought about how safe and clean your own pet’s water is?

My mom has always provided me with fresh water, and even when the public water at work seemed a little cloudy my mom didn’t hesitate to lug in a jug of clean water from home just so I could have the best!

But lugging in a jug of water weekly is a hassle, so I was so excited to tell my mom about a new way to keep my water purified so we could ditch the jug!

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

Meet the GoPure Water Purifier for pets!

GoPure Pod keeps your dog or cat healthy by providing them plenty of fresh, clean water. Your tap water may contain lead, fluoride or other chemicals proven to be dangerous for pets. GoPure Pet will remove these impurities and other contaminants.

And the truth is, most pet’s water bowls aren’t cleaned often enough, creating the perfect environment for bacteria growth. But now there is a simple way to ensure your pet’s drinking water is safe.

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

The GoPure Pod couldn’t be simpler to use (I mean I could totally do it if I had opposable thumbs!), and it can be used with any water bowl for up to 6 months with no need to change a filter.

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

With high-strength suction cups it attaches to the bottom of your pet’s bowl (and trust me, your dog or cat definitely won’t be able to get this thing off themselves).

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

Then simply fill with water and the pod begins it’s work.

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

Water continuously flows through openings in the exterior shell (the blue part) and is then purified through the GoPure Pod that is safely attached to the base of your dog’s bowl.

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

For the past few weeks now I’ve been drinking the tap water at work with the GoPure Pod. Mom has noticed that water looks much clearer than it ever has, and I’m relieved to know that the water I’m consuming is safe.

Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

Did you know pet dishes are one of the main spots for germs to grow in the home? Pets have bacterial microbes in their mouths that be can be transferred to their water bowls, which in turn provides an environment for bacteria to grow.

Um yea, that’s pretty gross. Well now I can happily say….not in my water bowl…thanks to GoPure Pod!

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Safe Drinking Water for Pets with GoPure Pod + A Giveaway

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Winter Storm Stella

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Ammo

Winter Storm Stella

Finally! Yesterday I got to have a true Snow Day! Which means I didn’t have to go to work, and I got to spend the day playing with my family in the snow.

Winter Storm Stella

This was Baby P’s first big snow, and I was so excited to show her exactly what to do on a snow day.

Winter Storm Stella

Winter Storm Stella

We make snow angels on Snow Days.

Winter Storm Stella

And we go sledding on Snow Days.

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 7 with Ammo the Dachshund

And we curl up on the couch and wait for mom to make us a warm beverage on snow days!

What do you do on snow days?

10 Reasons Why Dachshunds Rule

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Ammo

It’s come to my attention that some of you may not know why us Dachshunds are so super cool. So incase you were unaware, I’ve made this handy list as to why Dachshund Rule ~~The World.~~

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 11 with Ammo the Dachshund

You don’t ever have to worry about freezing to death if you live with a Dachshund

Personal heating pad. Check. If you’re chilly, just grab a Dachshund, because we can put out some serious heat!

Ammo the Dachshund // Evening Hunting on the Farm

2. If rodents ever took over the World, your Dachshund would save you.

Honestly, we don’t even need an excuse like total World domination to justify a good old fashioned hunt down.

Naught Dog Caught on Camera with Vimtag + A Giveaway

3. Your Dachshund will teach you to have the patience of a saint.

Us Dachshunds have our own agenda, and if we want to do something (or don’t want to do something), you better believe we won’t be listening to your commands.

Trax GPS Pet Tracker to Keep Dogs Safe + A Giveaway

4. You won’t need to waste your money on a shovel when you have a Dachshund.

Born to dig, that’s our motto. Just think of all the money you saved by not buying all those shovels!

Product Review: Orijen Freeze-Dried Pet Treats from Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

5. Your floors, and tables, and pretty much any surface we can reach will be spotless.

Smell food. Will eat…by any means necessary. Enough said.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

6. You’ll have a reason to smile every day when you share your home with a Dachshund.

We’re goofy, and silly, and never run out of ways to do something just totally ridiculous that will make you smile.

Easy DIY Spray Painted Dog Art // Ammo the Dachshund

7. Our unique body shape inspires all kinds of art.

Seriously, just try shopping at Target without finding something with a Dachshund on it. We’re that cool.

Family Reunion // Ammo the Dachshund

8. We have no idea that we’re small.

If you always wanted a big dog, look no further. We Dachshunds believe we’re the biggest dogs of them all, and despite our size, we have no problem striking fear into the hearts of all the big dogs out there.

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

9. We have a distinct smell all our own.

Ah, the aroma of a Dachshund. It will grow on you.

Holiday Tidings

10. We love our families something fierce.

Nothing can compare to the love that a Dachshund has for his family. And that my friends is why Dachshunds Rule!

Got anymore reasons why you think Dachshunds rule? Let me know in the comments below!

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: vol. 7

Posted on March 8, 2017 by Ammo

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 7

Well, my adorable buddy Miss P is now 7 months old! Don’t let her sweet little smile fool you….

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 7

..she knows how to get EXACTLY what she wants with her little pouty lip. It’s almost better than my sad puppy eyes. Almost.

I’ve taught her well.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 7

In fact, I’ve taught her so well that I think she’s going to start crawling any day now! She’s a smarty pants, just like her big brother!

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 7

Baby P and I are also working on her first word. I’m pretty sure it’s going to be “Ammmmo” but mom is trying to edge me out with “MaMa”. We shall see who wins.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 7

And now we leave you with pouty lips and sad puppy eyes, because Baby P and I want some snacks! Feed us please!

Hitting The Trail

Posted on March 6, 2017 by Ammo

Real Dogs Have Muscles! via Ammo the Dachshund

Summer is going to be here before you know it, and I want to be totally ready with my summer bod. Which is why I’m not letting a little cold weather keep me from getting my muscles back…..

What do you think? Am I going to be ready once summer rolls round?

I’m Digging: Vol 1

Posted on March 3, 2017 by Ammo

Sadly this post is not about “digging”….although I totally wouldn’t complain if it was! No it’s about what I’m currently digging, as in what I think’s cool and what I’m secretly hoping finds its way to my mailbox.

So just for fun (and because who doesn’t love online shopping) I rounded up a few of my favorite things this week:

This Dachshund Tea Towel, because there can NEVER be enough Dachshund paraphernalia in your house. You don’t even want to know how many wiener dog things are in my own home (myself included), and you know what, I’ll never get tired of it!

This Chunky Knitted Pet Bed might be designed for a cat, but you know what, I can totally curl my long bodied self into a tiny little donut to fit into this adorable bed!

Totally loving the simplistic photographs from this online shop, and the really awesome part is that they are only $6.95 for a digital download. Which means you can print them at any size you want yourself and start a collection of framed art at a great cost! You know how I love some good framed art!

Ok seriously, how adorable would Baby P and I looked snuggled up in this blanket? Need I say more?

What sort of things are you digging this week?

February 2017 Monthly Recap

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Ammo

This February was amazing, mostly because I had so many warm Spring-like days! So crazy! And I also had a lot of fun adventures, so that too.

Before we get to my adventures though, let me give a shoutout to my special sponsors & affiliates! 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!

And now it’s time for my February adventures…

I finally got to play Dress-up with my sister, and it was everything I thought it’d be!

I shared just how much activity I’m actually getting on a daily basis.

I shared a Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Dogs.

I celebrated the fact that my sister is now 1/2 a year old.

I shared my own rendition of a classic kids song.

I popped some tags at the thrift store.

I wrote an ode to my mailman.

I shared my spring to-do list.

I invited everyone in to tour my sister’s castle.

And so begins my March! I’m looking forward to a warm (and super early) Spring, how about you?

The Princess’ Castle

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Ammo

It’s come to my attention that I never properly shared my new little sidekick’s bedroom. After all, it took mom and I a really long time to get it just right.

The Princess' Castle

So come on in, and welcome to the Princess’ Castle!

The Princess' Castle

This is the room where my sister’s dog crate resides. I still haven’t figured out why she hasn’t jumped out of it yet!

The Princess' Castle

Although I’m pretty sure it won’t be long before she breaks out of her crate at night, because the artwork above her is totally accurate. I’m also fairly confident in saying that she’s so fierce that her “bark” might even be louder than mine!

The Princess' Castle

Even if she does break out though, I’ll be right here waiting.

The Princess' Castle

Waiting to make sure she doesn’t touch my toys, or my dog bowl, or my favorite pillow on the couch.

The Princess' Castle

Yup, that’s definitely the face of a little sister that’s going to escape her dog crate. I knew it.

The Princess' Castle

Looks like we won’t be getting any sleep again tonight pony.

#andsomywatchbegins

So what did you think of my little sister’s castle? Do you think she’ll like how I decorated it (as you may notice there are MANY pictures of the one and only me in her bedroom)!