Kid Magnet

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

One of the things that I love about the summer is being able to dine at restaurants with my mom and dad. Occasionally on the weekends we make sunday morning breakfasts (which accommodate outdoor seating that is dog friendly) a priority.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

This particular weekend I decided to hit up the Green Street Grill for some yummy breakfast.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

As soon as I parked myself at the dining table I began to draw attention from the other diners, in particular those that were under 3 feet tall.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

If you didn’t know already, I’m a total kid magnet!

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

Maybe it’s because I’m the perfect kid-friendly size, but where-ever I go those tiny little hands are bound to find their way onto my fur.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

And I’m totally ok with being a kid magnet, because when I’m stuck eyeballing mom’s breakfast (that I seem to never get a bite of)…..

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

….I know there will always be a kid nearby that has their breakfast all over their face and hands that totally won’t mind if I sneak a lick!

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

Afterwards, when I thought my breakfast outing was over, we headed out to the home improvement store to do some shopping.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

Little did I know that my breakfast wasn’t quite over yet, because I got to meet this little girl with delicious left-over food all over her face!

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

Being a kid magnet is exhausting, but I wouldn’t change it for anything, because someone out there has to rid the world of sticky kid hands and faces! Ammo the Dachshund

Road Trip with Ammo – Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, SC

Yesterday I shared my adventures in the Isle of Palms, frolicking on the beach with my best pal Trooper, and having a grand time! But being a beach bum wasn’t the only thing I did on my Thanksgiving vacation.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

There was some turkey involved too as I celebrated Thanksgiving with a traditional turkey feast with my family. Trooper and I begged mercifully for some turkey, and even though we didn’t get any, we had fun chowing down on the turkey sausage chews for dogs that mom brought along for us.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

After our day of feasting Trooper and I headed into downtown Charleston, South Carolina to check out some of the local scenery.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Before strolling through town we practiced being southern gentleman on a front porch stoop, because I hear that’s what you do when you’re down south!

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

I even wore my fancy bow tie and poured on the charm, because you never know when a southern lady might be watching!

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

After my front porch adventure I realized I was getting quite sleepy in the warm southern sun.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

I was also quite hungry too! So we decided to take a walk into town to grab something to eat. We ended up at Tabbuli, which had a great little enclosed outdoor dining area that was completely dog friendly!

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

After some good food it was off to explore Charleston, and I was excited to see that I was sharing the streets with some horses too! These carriage rides around town were pet friendly too, as I saw a couple of small dogs riding in them.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

After exploring some of the shops I headed over to Waterfront Park, where I fit right in with my sailor jacket!

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

I even met some new friends while checking out some of the fountain displays in the park.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Then it was off to Battery Park where I watched the sunset before it was time to head back to my beach rental.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

The next day Trooper and I took the short walk from our rental to the beach to say goodbye to the ocean one last time.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Then we packed it into the car and settled in for the long ride back to Pennsylvania.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Making sure to stop for dinner of course!

 

I hope you enjoyed my Thanksgiving adventures, what kind of fun did you have? Ammo the Dachshund

Dog Friendly Dining in Cape May

Even though I went camping during my weekend adventure, doesn’t mean I couldn’t enjoy some fine dining too!

Dog Friendly Dining in Cape May // Ammo the Dachshund

So one rainy morning my pal Shilah and I hit up the Blue Pig Tavern for some breakfast.

Dog Friendly Dining in Cape May // Ammo the Dachshund

I wore my rain gear just in case, but we were able to sit outside under a covered pavilion which kept us nice and dry.

Dog Friendly Dining in Cape May // Ammo the Dachshund

Shilah was quite excited because this was her first outdoor dining experience!

Dog Friendly Dining in Cape May // Ammo the Dachshund

Don’t worry though, I showed her just what to do at a fine dining establishment, because a well behaved dog also gets extra treats!

Dog Friendly Dining in Cape May // Ammo the Dachshund

Shilah at least had the “cute begging for food face” down pat by the end of our breakfast…..she’s a quick study!

Next time we might have to check out the Rusty Nail, as we hear they even have a doggie menu complete with doggie beer! What fun!

Stay tuned tomorrow as I share more of my adventures in Cape May at the Beach!Ammo the Dachshund

Sunday Breakfast

Sunday Breakfast // Ammo the Dachshund

Sunday breakfast out with the family is one of those enjoyable outings that are always few and far between. Which is why last Sunday mom and dad took me out to Georgio’s to have an lovely feast.

Sunday Breakfast // Ammo the Dachshund

And when breakfast comes looking like this you can’t help but to use your best sad puppy face to get a bite of bacon!

Sunday Breakfast // Ammo the Dachshund

Sunday Breakfast // Ammo the Dachshund

Works every time!

Sunday Breakfast // Ammo the Dachshund

If you know my mom and dad, then you know that just one outing in a day is never enough – so a stop off at the river on the way home is the perfect thing to work off all that bacon I ate!

Sunday Breakfast // Ammo the Dachshund

Of course the food coma which ensued afterwards was still inevitable! But Sunday breakfast was totally worth it! Ammo the Dachshund

May 2013 Monthly Recap and Sponsor Shoutout!

It’s time to take a look back over the past month at all the exciting things I’ve done! So just incase you missed it, here are some of my highlights from May!

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

I got to test out some of Orijen’s Freeze-Dried Treats from Chewy.com – they were yummy! Product Review: Orijen Freeze-Dried Treats from Chewy.com

Billy Wolf Giveaway and Sale // Ammo the Dachshund

I hosted a Giveaway with my friends at Billy Wolf. Billy Wolf Giveaway & Sale

Got Gold Fishes // Ammo the Dachshund

I went for a run on the farm. Got Gold Fishes

Paintings by Ammo the Dachshund // Shop Online

I showed off some of my most recent paintings. Paintings by Ammo the Dachshund

A Day of Sticks // Ammo the Dachshund

I helped mom and dad clean up sticks in my backyard that were left from the hurricane. A Day of Sticks

Kyley and Ammo the Dachshund // Dog Mom

I wished all the dog moms (and two legged moms) a Happy Mother’s Day. Happy Mother’s Day to the Dog Moms

A Dachshund's Art Gallery // Ammo the Dachshund

I showed off some of the art that I’ve collected around my home. A Dachshund’s Art Gallery

Barn Hunt with Ammo the Dachshund

I went on a barn hunt with my gal pal Liebe. I Went on a Barn Hunt

Nose Art by Ammo the Dachshund

I made some beautiful artwork on mom’s windows. Nose Art

Dining at 4 Dogs Tavern with a Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

I went out to eat at the Four Dogs Tavern. Tonight We Dine

Rodeo in Amish Country // Ammo the Dachshund

I got to check out a local Rodeo. Rodeo in Amish Country

Pickle Pocket - Treat Dispenser for Dogs - Review // Ammo the Dachshund

I showed everyone my new toy. My Pickle Pocket – Treat Dispenser for Dogs

Trooper as a Puppy // Ammo the Dachshund

I wished my best friend Trooper a Happy Birthday. Happy 6th Birthday Trooper

Ammo the Dachshund // 4th of July // USA

I remembered the soldiers on Memorial Day. Memorial Day Remembrances

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

I got to hang out with my pal Shilah the Husky. Baseball, Huskies, and First Aid Kits

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

I rolled in the most awful thing ever and it was glorious! Stink Happens

Sponsor Shoutout:

It’s time for me to send a big wet sloppy kiss to my sponsors! They keep my website up and running and make it possible for me to bring you lots of adventures!

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Sponsor: Envision Event Media // Ammo the Dachshund

Envision Event Media provides high-definition video production, customized editing, wireless studio-quality audio, and graphic design packages for all your video production needs. Based out of Asheville, North Carolina (but available to travel) Envision Event Media is run by my mom’s brother, Taylor Hellhake. So when you are looking for a videographer for your next big project, make sure you check out Envision Event Media!

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And thanks again to all of my wonderful sponsors, I couldn’t do it without you!  Ammo the Dachshund

 

Tonight We Dine!

As the weather gets even warmer I look forward to more nights out on the town with my mom and dad. Being a small dog means I can easily be taken lots of places, and outdoor dining is no exception.

Dining at 4 Dogs Tavern with a Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Dining at 4 Dogs Tavern with a Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Dining at 4 Dogs Tavern with a Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Being a small dog also means I can easily fit under the table – which is the best place to be when you’re hoping for table scraps! Yum!

 

Check out one of my previous outdoor dining adventures HERE, where I met a pretty cute motorcycle babe!Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Dining with Dogs

dining with dogsI like dining out just as much as my Mom and Dad, but finding restaurants that are dog friendly can sometimes be a bit tricky. So when I stumbled across the Dining with Dogs website the other day, I thought it was a great resource for pooches that hate to be left out on dinner dates.

Dining with Dogs features reviews of restaurants that allow dogs to dine in their outdoor eating areas. Currently they only have reviews in Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, and New York – but anyone can submit a review of a restaurant in your own area.

Sadly there weren’t any listed in my home state of Pennsylvania, but I fixed that by submitting a review of one of my favorite restaurants to dine at, the Four Dogs Tavern in West Chester, PA. (It’s also were I first met Annie, the motorcycle mama) Hopefully it will be up on the site soon!

ammo at 4 dogs tavern

above photo from Four Dogs Tavern

So I encourage all my fans to submit some reviews of their favorite pet-friendly restaurants so pets everywhere can find the best places to dine!

above photo from Doghouse Burgers

You can also connect with Dining with Dogs on their Facebook Page. Happy Eating! 

Swimming and Dining

Don’t worry, when I took a dip in the Brandywine River over the weekend I made sure to swim BEFORE dining out.

ammo the dachshund swimming

ammo the dachshund swimming

ammo the dachshund swimming

Ah! That was just the right amount of refreshing on an 80 degree fall day!

ammo the dachshund dining

Dinner out at Appetites was grand, although the waitress failed to listen when I ordered the steak! At least mom was willing to share her hot ham sandwhich with me. Yum Yum.