Friday Fetch: Kurgo’s Tru-Fit Smart Harness with Camera Mount

My life is pretty well documented on this blog, but I secretly always wondered what it would be like to take my own photos and videos.

Well with Kurgo’s Tru-fit Smart Harness you can now mount a camera to your dog’s chest or back. Specifically designed to work with GoPro cameras (and the Sony Action Cam), your dog can now catch all the action! I’m pretty sure any videos I took would include lots of digging and hunting!

Friday Fetch: Kurgo's Tru-Fit Smart Harness with Camera Mount // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Kurgo's Tru-Fit Smart Harness with Camera Mount // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Kurgo's Tru-Fit Smart Harness with Camera Mount // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Kurgo's Tru-Fit Smart Harness with Camera Mount // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch the Kurgo Tru-Fit Smart Harness with Camera Mount HERE for $35Ammo the Dachshund

Voyagers K9 Product Review & Giveaway

Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is brought to you by Voyagers K9.

Voyagers K9 Apparel is a company that I am already pretty familiar with – having owned two of their custom made coats for several years now. So when I got the chance to test out one of their raincoats, I did a little happy dance (in the rain of course).

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

The unique thing about these coats are that they can be custom made to fit your dog, and not just pure breeds – ANY BREED OF DOG. So I sent in my measurements and pretty soon there was a package waiting at my doorstep with this spiffy new red raincoat that fits me oh-so-perfectly. I mean just look how tailored it fits, which is no easy feat for an oddly shaped dachshund body.

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

Unlike their winter and cold weather coats, this raincoat is light weight with a mesh lining – meaning even though it’s summer I don’t have to worry about getting overheated in it.

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

I love the attached hood as it is the perfect for keeping my little ears dry, but I also have the option to unvelcro the front and fold it over too.

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

The coats from Voyagers K9 Apparel also come with holes to attach a leash to a collar and optional ones to attach to a harness as well.

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

And my final test of my spiffy new raincoat was to see how it faired in the rain – which as luck would have it a storm was rolling in on the farm!

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

I started off slow – testing my new coat inside under the drops of rain that were bouncing into the barn.

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

Each drop beaded up on my coat and kept me perfectly dry underneath, but the true test would be romping in the puddles outside! Check it out for yourself in my instagram videos below:

My new raincoat even kept me dry enough that I wanted to take a potty break outside in the rain – now that’s saying something!

The fact that I didn’t even need a bath afterwards is proof that this is one of the best raincoats out there! And if it’s anything like my winter jackets from Voyagers K9 (which have lasted me for over 3 years now), then you know it will hold up to the rigors of farm life!

So now onto the super awesome news for you!

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE Lucky WINNER will WIN a $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE to VOYAGERS K9!
– so you too can get your own custom coat!

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. You’ll also get bonus entries for liking Voyagers K9 on Facebook. You are welcome to leave a comment on this post as well, but comments will not be counted as entries. 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 7/27/12 12AM EST. Open to US Residents & International Residents! Good luck!

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Disclosure: I received a raincoat from Voyagers K9 Apparel to review. All opinions are entirely my own. Ammo the Dachshund

Product Review: True Chews Premium Jerky from Chewy.com

Disclaimer: This review is brought to you by Chewy.

Product Review: True Chews Premium Jerky from Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

Recently I got the opportunity to test out some True Chews Premium Jerky Treats from my friends at Chewy.com.

Product Review: True Chews Premium Jerky from Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

I was super excited to dive into that bag of jerky, but then I thought to myself… “self, you should let your best friend Trooper try out these Jerky treats”…. especially since mom says jerky gives me the toots, as in room clearing toots! Which honestly I don’t understand what the big deal is anyway, but I decided to hand over the product testing to my good pal just because I like him so much.

Product Review: True Chews Premium Jerky from Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

So when I told Trooper that he got to be the one to test out the Premium Jerky Cuts, his eyes got real big and he started to drool!

Product Review: True Chews Premium Jerky from Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

I mean just look how big and juicy those jerky slabs are!

Product Review: True Chews Premium Jerky from Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper’s eyes glazed over as he dug into that soft meat, and I admit, I started to regret letting him try them instead of keeping them all to myself.

Product Review: True Chews Premium Jerky from Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

So if you’re looking for some tasty jerky to share with your best friend (or just keep all to yourself), check out these yummy Premium Jerky Cuts from Chewy.com!

Key Benefits

  • Tender and chewy jerky texture
  • Easy to tear for treating convenience
  • Delicious aroma dogs love
  • 100% natural and made with real chicken
  • Convenient re-sealable bags for freshness
  • No artificial flavors or fillers
  • Made in the USA!Ammo the Dachshund

Disclosure: I received a bag of True Chews from Chewy.com to review. All opinions are entirely my own.

Friday Fetch: Smart Cookie Dog Treats

One of my number one missions in life is to eat – my mom’s number one missions is to make sure I eat healthy. We may not always agree on what makes for a tasty snack (horse manure on the farm comes to mind), but when I came across Smart Cookie Dog Treats, I knew my mom couldn’t argue!

This new start-up company’s goal is simple, to make healthy dog treats customized for your dog. On their website you can choose the ingredients, and Smart Cookie will bake and ship them to you. Pick your protein, carbs, and fruits & veggies – then they’re baked with some of the freshest ingredients from local farms in Colorado and sent to your doorstep!

Friday Fetch: Smart Cookie Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Smart Cookie Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Smart Cookie Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Smart Cookie Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own custom dog treats from Smart Cookie for $6 per twenty pack! Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: TreatToob

I stumbled across the TreatToob from Paww and within minutes I was drooling. This new product allows you to bring high-value treats (think peanut butter, liverwurst, even pureed food) on the go. The TreatToob is made of soft yet rugged food-grade silicone, and it dispenses virtually any squeeze-able treat.

Simply unscrew the cap and fill it with your dog’s favorite mushy treat, then flip open the hinged cap and squeeze. This is great for training as it allows you to reward your dog with something that they really love. Also it means that I can have peanut butter wherever I go!

Friday Fetch: TreatToob from PAWW // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: TreatToob from PAWW // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: TreatToob from PAWW // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: TreatToob from PAWW // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch the TreatToob for $8.95 HERE. Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: The Bear & The Rat Frozen Treats for Dogs

With my summer officially in full swing (never mind that the official start of summer isn’t until June 21), I know that with the hot days ahead I’ll be itching for some cool treats.

I came across these all natural frozen dog treats from The Bear & The Rat that are made with real yogurt and packed full of probiotics to help aid in your dog’s digestion. With flavors like Banana Peanut Barker and Bacon Peanut Barker they totally have me drooling. (Sadly I’ll never get to taste test these myself though, because my tummy is sensitive to yogurt – but I can live vicariously through you!).

Friday Fetch: The Bear & The Rat All Natural Frozen Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: The Bear & The Rat All Natural Frozen Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: The Bear & The Rat All Natural Frozen Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: The Bear & The Rat All Natural Frozen Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: The Bear & The Rat All Natural Frozen Dog Treats // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own scoop of Bacon Peanut Barker from The Bear & The Rat. Ammo the Dachshund

Bandit at the Devon Horse Show

I’ve been a regular at the Devon Horse Show, one of the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed competitions in the United States, since I was just a wee thing. This year was no exception as I couldn’t pass up attending the most exciting night at Devon – the Grand Prix, where horses jump fences over 5 feet high!!

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

Being at Devon it is customary to be rubbing elbows with some of Chester County’s social elite. Babies and dog are included in this mix….

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

After I did my fair share of obligatory tail wagging and butt sniffing, I settled in to watch one of Devon’s nightly exhibitions.

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

And lo and behold that’s when the bandit showed up! Well technically he’s the One Arm Bandit, but he certainly had some exciting bandit tricks up his sleeve (even for one arm).

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

photo by Chris Nichols curtsy of the Devon Horse Show Facebook Page

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

photo by Chris Nichols curtsy of the Devon Horse Show Facebook Page

After watching the One Arm Bandit perform I had worked up quite an appetite – so I headed to the food stands to grab some dinner, and also did some shopping along the way.

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

Devon always seems to have quite the menagerie of items for sale – although this time I came home empty handed despite my protests to bring home this cute little dachshund topiary!

Now here is the part where I tell you all about watching the Grand Prix Jumping into the sunset with beautiful pictures of the fancy horses. But mom forgot to empty her camera and there was no more room to take any photos (I’m pretty sure it was filled to the brim with my cute mug). But luckily the Devon Horse Show Facebook Page had some beautiful shots from the evening (well maybe minus the really cute Dachshund that attended)…

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

photo by Chris Nichols curtsy of the Devon Horse Show Facebook Page

The Devon Horse Show 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund

photo by Chris Nichols curtsy of the Devon Horse Show Facebook Page

Above is McLain Ward and his pretty horse Brewster, who won the $100,000 Wells Fargo Grand Prix of Devon. It was an exciting night, and I’m already counting down the days until next year’s event! Ammo the Dachshund

Happy 6th Birthday to Trooper!

Trooper as a Puppy // Ammo the Dachshund

Today is my best friend Trooper’s 6th Birthday!

Trooper and Ammo // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper has been by my side since I was just a wee pup. He taught me everything I know, and protected me when I was too tiny to do so myself. In the past 6 years we’ve had so many adventures, and I can’t wait for all the fun that is still yet to come!

Trooper and Ammo canoe ride // Ammo the Dachshund

super hero ammo and trooper

trooper swimming ammo the dachshund

ammo and trooper

ammo and trooper

trooper and ammo hoop

So Happy Birthday best pal!

trooper puppy

xoxo, Ammo the Dachshund

My Pickle Pocket – Treat Dispenser for Dogs

Disclaimer: This review contains affiliate links.

Recently mom picked up a new toy for me called the Pickle Pocket; after hearing some rave reviews from some of my dog agility classmates. Designed for treat dispensing, I was eager to give it a try, especially after I’ve mastered and broken many a treat dispensing toys including kongs and my kicker box (which is far too easy for me now).

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

My new pickle toy is different from many of the other treat dispensers I’ve tried. This one contains three lengthwise slits across the product which are meant to hold your dog’s favorite snack or kibble.

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

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

Mom has been experimenting stuffing it with lots of different things like string cheese, peanut butter, cookies, dog food, and even hot dogs.

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

I can honestly say that this toy takes a bit of work to get the yummies out. Five cookies takes me about 20 minutes to eat – and I’m an expert at treat dispensing!

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

The Pickle Pocket also boasts that it’s virtually indestructible (so far it’s survived my shark-like teeth), FDA approved, floats in water, and is dishwasher safe.

Even though this toys takes a bit of work on my part, I’m not complaining, because a constant flow of cookies is NEVER a problem!

You can fetch the pickle pocket HERE. Links contain affiliates. Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Bike Baskets for Dogs from Hunter K9

The weather has warmed up quite a bit here in Pennsylvania, and it has me itching to get out and about with my mom and dad. Typically when it is nice out I love to go on long walks with my family, but this year I’ve been dying to go on a bike ride too! So I decided to round up some of my favorite bike baskets made just for dogs – so that your furry friend never has to be left home!

Check out these neat bike basket options from Hunter K9!

Bike Baskets for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

1. Wicker Pet Bicycle BasketMaximum weight 13lbs – dimensions 15″ W x 11″ D x 9.5″ H – Fetch it for $60

2. Doggy Ride Coccoon BasketMaximum weight 16lbs – dimensions 10″W x 14.5″L x 15″ H – Fetch it for $106

3. Pet Rider Bicycle SeatMaximum weight 24lbs – dimensions 14″ long x 12″ wide- Fetch it for $79

4. Sporty Dog Pet Bicycle BasketMaximum weight 14lbs – dimensions 13″ W x 10″ D x 10″ H- Fetch it for $60

Remember to always keep your pet safe by having him to wear a harness and seatbelt attachment when riding in a bike basket. Many of these options include safety devices with them as well.

Any of my readers ride in a bike basket? Which brand do you use? Do tell! Ammo the Dachshund