April 2013 Monthly Recap and Sponsor Shoutout

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Ammo

Now that it’s May I thought it would be fun to take a look back at some of the adventures I had in April! Boy did I have a grand time – so incase you missed it, here’s a look back at some of the highlights from last month!

Happy Easter // Ammo the Dachshund

I had a blast visiting with my family on Easter. Easter Recap

Cafe Press Custom Items - A Review // Ammo the Dachshund

I updated my Super Hero Outfit with the help of Cafe Press. Outfitting A Super Hero with Cafepress

Hoola Hooping Good Time // Ammo the Dachshund

I made some designer hula hoops for my upcoming performance. Hula Hooping Good Time

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

I got my vegetable garden ready for spring. Gardening with Ammo

Ammo the Dachshund // Let's Get Tricky // Teach Your Dog to High-Five

I celebrated National High-Five Day. Happy National High-Five Day

Spring Doxie Fest 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund performs

I recapped my trip to the Spring Doxie Fest. Spring Doxie Fest Recap

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

I made a chalkboard dog bowl for less than $5. DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl – Under $5

DIY 2x2 Dog Agility Weave Poles // Ammo the Dachshund

I made my very own set of DIY 2×2 Dog Agility Weave Poles. DIY: Build Your own 2×2 Dog Agility Weave Poles

These Paws were Made for Digging // Ammo the Dachshund

I had fun digging on the farm. These Paws were Made for Digging

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DIY: Build Your own 2×2 Agility Weave Poles

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Ammo

You might remember that back in November I posted a tutorial on how to build your own agility weave poles with the help of my friends at the Dog Agility Shop.

Well when winter rolled around I had to pack up my poles since it was just too cold to practice outdoors. That was until my dad surprised me for Christmas with a set of homemade 2×2 Weave Poles.

DIY 2x2 Dog Agility Weave Poles // Ammo the Dachshund

I’ve been using my set all winter, and I’m proud to say I can now weave, but I completely forgot to share how they were made with all of you! So better late than never – here’s my tutorial for building your own set of indoor 2×2 Weave Poles!

DIY Dog Agility 2×2 Weave Poles – Set of 6 poles

Supplies Needed:

Weave Pole Placer from the Dog Agility Shop
3/4 inch PVC Pipe (total of 228″)
Six 3/4 inch PVC caps
Six 3/4″ inch PVC Couplings
Six PVC Plugs (Slip) (must be able to fit inside the PVC Couplings)
Six Carriage Bolts 3/16″ x 1″ length
Six Hex Nuts to fit Carriage Bolts
Six Washers to Fit Carriage Bolts
Steelworks Plated Slotted Flat (90″ total in length)
PVC cutting tool
Socket Wrench (or something to tighten nuts)
Electric Drill & Drill Bits
Saw
Duct Tape

Step 1: Cut your 3/4 inch PVC pipe into 6 pieces that are 38 inches in length. Then place the PVC caps on one end of all your poles. Then you can stripe your poles with colored duct tape to make them more visible.

DIY Dog Agility Weave Poles // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 2: Cut your Steelworks Plated Slotted Flats into three 36″ length pieces and six 9″ length pieces.

Step 3: Drill a hole the same size as your carriage bolts into the bottom of the PVC Plugs.

Step 4: Place the 9″ Slotted Flat pieces on opposite sides and 6 inches from either end of your 36″ length slotted flat pieces. Place your carriage bolts through from underneath to hold them together, with the PVC plugs on top. Add your washers and hex nuts to the inside of the PVC plugs and tighten to hold them together.

DIY 2x2 Dog Agility Weave Poles // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 5: Slip the PVC couplings onto the bottom of your poles and then slide them into the PVC plugs that are attached to the Slotted Flat pieces.

DIY 2x2 Dog Agility Weave Poles // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 6: Lay out the Weave Pole Placer as a guide as to where to place your poles (you can opt to leave it under the poles or remove it after they are placed). Your poles will work best on a carpeted surface.

DIY 2x2 Dog Agility Weave Poles // Ammo the Dachshund

For a quick tutorial on how to teach your dog the weave poles using the 2×2 method check out the video HERE. You may want to find a dog agility trainer or class in your area for more detailed instructions.

If you would like to make a set of outdoor weave poles, check out my tutorial HERE.

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl – Under $5

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Ammo

When I spotted this Chalkboard Dog Bowl over on Waggo I just knew I had to have it! Only when I asked mom if I could purchase it, she suggested why not DIY it? Oh but of course!

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY CHALKBOARD DOG BOWL

Materials:

A ceramic bowl (mine came from Homegoods) $4
Frog Tape (I had a roll on hand) $7
Chalkboard Spraypaint (I also had a can of this on hand) $5

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 1: Using the frog tape, tape off the portion of your bowl that you do not want to have chalkboard paint on it. You may need some help from someone who doesn’t have paws!

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 2: Using even coats, spray your bowl with chalkboard paint. You may also need some help to get the cap off your spray paint.

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

Once your bowl is completely dry it will be ready to write on with chalk! You may want to prep the surface first by applying a coat of chalk evenly across the entire bowl and erasing it before writing on it.

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

Of course any dog bowl is much much better with food in it!

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

Yum! Everything tastes better in my trendy Chalkboard Food Bowl!

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Pet

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Ammo

You all know I love a good DIY project, and when it takes less then 5 minutes and requires no sewing (for my mom who is not so handy with a needle and thread) it’s just an added bonus!

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

So for Easter this year my mom helped me whip up some quick DIY Bowties that I can wear when all my family comes to visit on Sunday. They’re so fun and easy to make that I can’t even decide which one to wear!

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Pet

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

What you need:

Scissors or Rotary cutter
Ruler
Fabric
Iron (optional)

Step 1: Cut a long rectangular piece of fabric (Mom cut mine 5″ x 19″ to make my small bow tie). The longer and wider you make your rectangle the bigger your bow tie will be. You will also want to cut a thinner strip of fabric, mine was 2″ x 19″, to be used later.

Step 2: Using your large rectangular piece of fabric fold in the edges. You can use an iron to crease the folds if need be.

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 3: Next fold your ends towards the center so that they just overlap where the center mark would be.

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 4: Fold the entire piece of fabric in half.

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 5: With the front of your bowtie facing you, crease it into 3 even pleats. Then place a clothespin on it to hold it in place while you move to the next step.

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 6: Using the small strip of fabric you cut, fold in the edges.

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 7: Wrap the thin strip of fabric around your bowtie and tie in a double knot in the back.

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 8: Tie your Bowtie around one of your dogs collars, trimming any excess fabric if need be.

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

You’re now ready for an Easter Party!

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Now if I could only decide which one to wear!

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. I expect to see lots of dogs in dapper bowties this Easter! Post your dog in their best bowtie on my Facebook wall so we can enjoy them all!

Easter Egg Hunt for the Dogs

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Ammo

Easter Egg Hunt for the Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Easter is this weekend, so mom decided we could have a little pre-Easter fun by having an Easter Egg Hunt!

Incase you didn’t want to miss out on the fun either, here’s what you’ll need to have your very own Dog Friendly Easter Egg Hunt:

Plastic Easter Eggs
Small Dog Treats
An excited Pup that’s ready to hunt for eggs!

Easter Egg Hunt for the Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Simply fill your eggs with the treats and place them around the house or yard for your dog to find.

Easter Egg Hunt for the Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

You can also use the egg hunt as a way to work on some training. Asking your dog to sit and wait before hunting for the eggs helps them learn patience.

Easter Egg Hunt for the Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Make sure to supervise your pet during the egg hunt, as you will have to help them open the eggs once found (it’s those cumbersome paws)! Also be sure to make sure they don’t chew on the eggs, as they can break easily.

Easter Egg Hunt for the Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Next time I think I’ll have to invite my friends over to partake in all the fun!

Happy Easter!

Valentine’s Day DIY – Dog Collar Heart Accessory

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Ammo

Valentine’s Day is almost here, so with a little help from my mom I whipped up this happy heart DIY to help you spread some love any day of the year!