The Training of a Super Dog

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Ammo

These are my two best friends. Minnow the Painting Pony and Trooper. All three of us do lots of things together. Minnow and I get to perform together as Super Pony and Super Dog. Trooper and I mostly just wrestle. I’ve been feeling kinda bad that Trooper doesn’t get to go on big trips with me and Minnow, so I decided to do something special for him.

I’ve decided to take him on as my protege and train him to be MY sidekick, Super Trooper!

Minnow pretty much busted out laughing when I told him this.

After all, Trooper is a little big to fit through my hoop.

But I’m a pretty good trainer – so I know I’ll get my pal Trooper set straight! After all, he only has about 4 weeks to prepare for his…..

…… FIRST PERFORMANCE!

And the best part is …..Trooper has to perform in front of all my Dachshund friends at the Keystone Dachshund Races! It is certain to be epic!

Don’t worry, I told him I’d perform with him as the Star of the Show (so no one will notice too much when he messes up). So if you don’t want to miss Trooper’s debut performance – and my amazing wonderfulness, be sure to come to the Keystone Dachshund Races and watch us perform at lunch time! Admission is $2 – but it goes to charity!

P.S. I’ll be racing for Charity too! Although no promises on a winning race – I hear last year’s champion, Mr. Monkey, will be back to defend his title. I’m shaking in my boots!

Oh and in case I don’t embarrass myself enough on this blog. Here’s some photos from my first dachshund races when I was just 8 months old.

At least I won something.

The End.

My trip to School

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Ammo

When my mom told me we were going to school, I was super excited. If there is one thing I do know, it’s that kids LOVE to feed dogs! But what I wasn’t expecting was the 4am wake up call!

I had had a super busy Mother’s Day the day before – so it was really hard for me to drag myself out of bed – even for the kids.

But I pulled it together the best that I could, and me and Cricket helped mom pack the horse trailer. See we were headed to the Renaissance Academy to teach the kids all about Misty of Chincoteague (you know from the famous kid’s book). When we got there mom had to give a talk to all the kids about Misty, but I made sure she also mentioned Alex, Misty’s Dachshund sidekick.

Photo from Life Magazine

Seriously how cool is it that Misty also had a super cool dachshund sidekick too! Did you know he did tricks too? He could jump through a hoop, climb a ladder, and he even liked to dress up in doll clothes. We totally would have been best friends. I’ll have to write a post later with more about my brother from another mother, Alex!

Later Minnow and I performed our famous skit, Super Pony vs. Super Dog. The kids laughed like crazy when I got to wear my stunt helmet – one kid even wanted to know if I could do a back flip. I think I’ll definitely have to learn……just for you kid…..because you think I’m cool enough to do a back flip.

I was even filmed for a new video my Uncle Taylor is going to make. I’m sure I’ll be the star.

After each performance Minnow and I got to walk around so the kids could pet us. Well ok, Minnow walked, and I got carried. I won’t lie, I took the opportunity to take a nap.

Yeah, I was pretty popular – lots of kids even wanted my autograph!

By the end of our visit I was pooped!

Even Super dogs need to take naps sometime!

If you want to learn more about my school visit you can check out these links:

Painting Pony Blog – School Visit Recap

Renaissance Academy Library Blog – Lots of photos

The Phoenix Paper – Video & Article coming soon!

The Dog Door

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Ammo

Yes, the dog door. Sometimes it’s my best friend. Perfect for bringing inside sticks, apples from the apple tree and lots more outside treasures when mom isn’t looking. Yet other times it’s my enemy. Too small to fit the real treasures through.

I think I need an upgrade to the extra wide model.

Friday Fetch: Doggie Hair Do’s

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Ammo

I may not be follically-challenged (at least yet…..well aside from my bare belly), but that doesn’t mean I couldn’t have a blast dawning these hilarious doggie hair do’s from Bitch New York.

Seriously, how laughable would I be in a Sarah Palin wig, or with a Shirley Temple do?

All the wigs come with a strap that can be adjusted for each dog. The wigs are light and comfortable to wear, and are also restyle-able.

You can fetch your own stylin’ wig over at Bitch New York.

$24 – $50

UPDATE – these products are unfortunately no longer available.

I was not paid or perk’d to share this product. I just think it’s totally pawesome!

The Cat-Dog

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Ammo

I really think she has no clue.

And she must be spending way too much time with me. Not that I blame her. I am a super fun guy. But really, just look at that face….

….that’s the face of a CAT, not a dog, a CAT. And Spider the kitten really has no clue that she’s supposed to be a cat. Which is probably why Spider has taken to chasing her tail on a regular basis:

just like her big brother Ammo…

Rwarrrrr!

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Ammo

Oh Happy day! It’s getting warmer and warmer out at the farm, which means I’m getting to have a lot more fun with my kitty friends.

Hey Spider! Want to play jungle animals? You can be the Tiger and I’ll be the Lion. We can go on Safari together!

Humm. It’s a nice try Spider, but you’re being a little too “pretty” for a Tiger.

Yeah, that’s it. Blend in, so we can hunt for Safari creatures!

And then pounce when they least expect it!

I just wish you hadn’t gotten sooo great at blending in when we play Jungle animals….

….because really….where are you?

Capeless Super Dog

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Ammo

It’s that time of year again. Time to break out my super helmet & super cape and start practicing all of my super skills! Because this super dog is going to school!

Really.

Apparently next week me and my pal Minnow the Painting Pony are taking a trip to an elementary school! I have to know something about the famous Misty of Chincoteague – you know – from the children’s book. Something tells me I better get the cliff notes, that or maybe Minnow will let me copy off of him if there’s a test.

Regardless on being a little behind on my reading assignments, I have been practicing really hard.

Oh, what’s happening over there?

Spider & Cricket are off on a hunting expedition without me?

Sorry, my super hero duties will have to wait until later! I’ve got some hunting to do!

P.S. Super Heroes are a lot more SUPER when SOMEONE remembers to bring their SUPER CAPE to practice. Honestly. I would have made my hoop jump had I had my special cape!

Afternoon Snack

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Ammo

Ok. This is your warning now. If you have a weak stomach, do not read any further. If you are eating breakfast, lunch, or dinner, do not read any further. I am not responsible for any discomfort that might happen upon you after you read what’s next. You have been warned!

That being said, this is what I look like most afternoons on the farm. Rummaging around for what can only be described as the perfect afternoon snack – well at least to most dogs.

It takes a little searching, but eventually I find what I’m looking for.

Yum Yum.

*Don’t say I didn’t warn you!

Friday Fetch: Petico Tees

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Ammo

Sometimes our people need a little help in the fashion department. I don’t know about you, but I’m super embarrassed when my mom takes me for a walk in her stinky barn boots, torn jeans, and a shirt that looks like the ponies’ spit paint at (which they probably did).

So I did a little happy twirl when I found Petico Tees, an Australian company that makes T-shirts and brooches that feature modern dog designs.

Now if only I could convince the ponies’ that they wouldn’t make good canvases!

UPDATE – this shop unfortunately no longer exists.

Something must be done

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Ammo

It happens when you least expect it. You just can’t help it, and you know that something must be done! You cry, you whine – until someone notices that you need help.