From Couch to Couch – Is Your Dog Getting Enough Exercise?

Disclaimer: this post is brought to you by Pod Trackers. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your dog(s) will love.

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Oh the Places You Sleep // Ammo the Dachshund - Dog - Nap

So I’m the first to admit that I’m no stranger to couch snoozing. I know where to find the perfect spot at anytime, and I have no problems sinking myself into one whenever I feel like it.

As cute and cuddly as I look (I know, I’m just so stinkin’ adorable), it got me thinking….when is too much napping too much? (as if that’s a thing!)

Well my friends, after a little googling (on the couch no less), I discovered that according to an article I found on PetMD the average dog should be getting about 30 minutes of rigorous exercise (or play) along with 1-2 hours of daily activity.

Ammo the Dachshund plays in the fog with his Farmyard Friends

So how am I supposed to tell if my romps on the farm are enough?

From Couch to Couch - How to tell if your dog is getting enough exercise with Pod Tracker

Well, as luck would have it, my friends at Pod Tracker have a kickstarter going for their Pod 3 – the customizable GPS tracker for everything in your life, including your dog!

From Couch to Couch - How to tell if your dog is getting enough exercise with Pod Tracker

Now I know what you’re thinking, how is a GPS tracker going to tell me how much exercise I’m getting? Well, one of the super cool features of the Pod is that it also has an Activity Monitor. That’s right, you can monitor your dogs activity or set up sensor alerts and even detect unusual activity right from your smart phone.

From Couch to Couch - How to tell if your dog is getting enough exercise with Pod Tracker

So not only is your pet’s activity being monitored, but you can also set up geofences to be notified if your pet leaves a specific area, and you can even record and share your pets adventures.

From Couch to Couch - How to tell if your dog is getting enough exercise with Pod Tracker

Their Kickstarter campaign for the new Pod 3 is already fully funded, but there are still a few days left for you to jump on board and get your pet one of the newest models at an introductory price. The cool thing about the new Pod 3 is it now has various add-ons such as sound, light, ultrasonic speaker (hello bark control), XL battery and permanent power dock. You can head on over to their campaign to find out more details on their new upgrades!

From Couch to Couch - How to tell if your dog is getting enough exercise with Pod Tracker

So just how did I do with my activity levels for my first day of tracking it? Well as you can see by bedtime I had exceeded my walking goal (what can I say, I’m an active guy), and I was pretty close to my rest goal (we all need naps). But 9 minutes of play? That’s sad. Really sad.

From Couch to Couch - How to tell if your dog is getting enough exercise with Pod Tracker

Well, there’s really only one thing to do about that.

From Couch to Couch - How to tell if your dog is getting enough exercise with Pod Tracker

Tug-of-war ALL DAY LONG tomorrow!

 

So do you think your dog gets enough exercise? If you’re curious to find out for sure, be sure to check out the Pod 3 Kickstarter campaignAmmo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

 

Light Therapy for Pets + A Giveaway

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

Light Therapy for Dogs

Trooper and I were recently introduced to something new by our pals at Luma-Tech. See Luma-Tech makes LumaSoothe, a Light Therapy Treatment for Pets. What exactly is that? Well my friends, it’s basically a special light that is used to heal!

Light Therapy for Dogs

LumaSoothe provides pain relief from deep joint & muscle related issues such as arthritis while also treating your pet’s skin & surface conditions such as Wounds, Eczema, and Hair loss. Since I don’t have any of those issues (lucky me right), the logical thing to do was to let my old pal Trooper be the tester on this one. Just look at his sweet old face…he’s perfect (just don’t remind him that he’s really just a year older than me). Trooper does have that worldly old look about him, and he does sadly have arthritis in his elbows, and has for quite some time.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper never lets his arthritis slow him down though (he does have to keep up with me after all), and he lives quite a vigorous life on the farm. Over the years he’s done lots of things to keep himself feeling youthful including joint supplements, so light therapy seemed like a great thing to add to his regime to keep him ready to take on the world.

Light Therapy for Dogs

Trooper’s arthritis comes and goes in the form of a limp, and when he happened to start this light therapy experiment several weeks ago he wasn’t limping at the time.

Light Therapy for Dogs

Every evening before bed Trooper gets a 15 minute session with LumaSoothe. It comes with two different lighted heads on each unit, one for treating deep issues like arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, hip dysplasia, sprains & strains, back pain, deep surgical wounds, and deep muscle soreness – while the other treats surface issues like eczema, chronic pain, promotes hair growth and healthier skin too. Trooper has been testing out the deep treatment light for the past several weeks in the hopes that it will keep his arthritis pain at bay.

Light Therapy for Dogs

I of course was right by his side to lend moral support, and the best news is that Trooper’s limp has not returned the entire time he’s been testing out the LumaSoothe.

Light Therapy for Dogs

In fact, Trooper enjoyed the treatments so much on his joints that he tends to fall asleep during them. I might have been a bit jealous.

Light Therapy for Dogs

Light Therapy for Dogs

Regardless of my jealousy I’m just glad my pal is feeling good.

Light Therapy for Dogs

LumaSoothe triggers cellular stimulation which helps relieve pain, reduce inflammation, increase blood circulation as well as cellular rejuvenation, so if you’re looking for something to help your pet with chronic pain or skin issues, you may want to check it out.

You can see the full list of what LumaSoothe can treat on their website.

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Light Therapy for Dogs

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Ammo & Baby P’s Christmas Wish List

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund visits Santa 2012Christmas will be here before you know it, and since I know Santa would totally appreciate a little extra help when it comes to my wish list I decided to make it a little easier on him. So here’s what I’m hoping finds it’s way into his sleigh this year.

*this post contains affiliate links, but it’s all products I would love to call my own!

Ammo's Christmas Wish List

1. Flat Out Leash

2. Pet Teepee

3. Leash Poop Bag Holder

4. Farmers Market Treats

5. Happy Moppy Dog Chew Toy

And because my little sister, Baby P didn’t want to be left out I helped her pick out a few things for her wish list too. As you can see I have had quite the influence on her, and some of the items are things I’m hoping to enjoy with her too!

Baby P's Christmas Wish List

1. Follow Me Fred

2. Fisher-Price Smart Stages Puppy

3. Toddler Sled

4. Mini Monkey Mat

5. Dachshund Clothing

 

What do you think will be on your pup’s list this year? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Trick or Treat and Happy Halloween

Disclaimer: I was given a product from Chewy in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your dogs will love.

Trick or Treat and Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween everyone!!

I bet you’re wondering why I’m dressed like a lobster today instead of in my super cool Team Zissou costume. Well there is a very good reason.

Trick or Treat and Happy Halloween

See even though it’s Halloween I can’t go trick or treating, mostly because candy is apparently not good for us dogs. Which is totally unfair if you ask me.

Trick or Treat and Happy Halloween

So instead I’ll be staying home tonight and handing out my own treats, these fun Boo Bars from Chewy.com

Trick or Treat and Happy Halloween

Boo Bars made by Blue Buffalo are:

  • Oven-baked for a mouth-watering taste of pumpkin & cinnamon, and made with wholesome grains, fruits and veggies
  • Jam-packed with omegas and antioxidants for a healthy skin and coat and strong immune system
  • Made with no chicken/poultry by-product meals, just real ingredients
  • Don’t have any corn, wheat or soy, so it’s great for pups with food allergies
  • Contain no artificial preservatives, colors or flavors, just natural dog treats enhanced with added vitamins

And according to me, they taste delicious!

Trick or Treat and Happy Halloween

So now back to why I have this lobster costume one. See these treats tasted so good that I was worried all the little ghosts and goblins were going to gobble them up tonight. So to make sure there is plenty leftover for me I wore this lobster costume with scary CLAWS that can pinch anyone that tries to take all the cookies! Smart thinking right?

Nobody better try and steal my cookies! Just in case your dog feels the same way about their Halloween treats, you can grab them their own at Chewy.com.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Fair Hill International 2016 from a Dog’s View

Just like I did last year I decided to head out to the Fair Hill International Event in Maryland a few weekends back. This event at Fair Hill is one of the most prestigious international three day events in the world, and is the ultimate test of a horse and rider. Through tests in dressage, endurance, and stadium jumping the horse and rider teams work together to show that they can compete in the most demanding and highest levels of equestrian sports.

Fair Hill International 2016

To get to the event you have to ride on a school bus (the highlight for me)!

Fair Hill International 2016

Over the years I’ve become quite the expert at school bus riding. I mean just look how cool I look, I bet everyone will want to sit next to me!

Fair Hill International 2016

This year was a little different though, because I got to bring my sister along for the fun! And at just 9 weeks old I got to take her for her first school bus ride!

Fair Hill International 2016

Before I could give my sister all the cool kid tips we had arrived at the event, I was just going to have to teach her on the fly.

Fair Hill International 2016

We started off the day by visiting the main arena to watch the horses jumping.

Fair Hill International 2016

As exciting as the jumping was, I totally couldn’t help myself when I spotted a make-shift hole in the straw bales. It was calling my name…so I made a fort.

Fair Hill International 2016

After the jumping had wrapped up for the day I took my sister over to the kids play area.

Fair Hill International 2016

Immediately I was the cool kid in the play area too, even the Alpacas flocked to me for my autograph. 😉

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We took selfies, and rode ponies, having ourselves a grand time.

Fair Hill International 2016

I even started teaching her how to REALLY ride.

Fair Hill International 2016

As you can see, she’s starting to get the hang of it. No hands already! She’s gonna be a daredevil just like me.

Fair Hill International 2016

And that’s where my adventure rearENDS. 😉 We had a fantastic fall day at Fair Hill International, and I got to teach my sister how to be really cool.

Who knows, maybe someday I’ll get to watch my sister competing at Fair Hill!

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Music in the Park

Just a few days before my sister was born I attended one last event with my mom and dad as an only “fur child”.

Music in the Park with Ammo the Dachshund

This was the first time I went to my town’s Music in the Park event, and boy was I in for a treat.

Music in the Park with Ammo the Dachshund

See all the children at the event seemed to know that I was going to be a big brother soon, so they took it upon themselves to break me in.

P.S. How cool is this kid’s “Indiana Jones*” outfit, now that would make a cool Halloween costume! *affiliate link

Music in the Park with Ammo the Dachshund

Music in the Park with Ammo the Dachshund

Sticky faces and lots of love, I was pretty sure I could totally get used to this.

Music in the Park with Ammo the Dachshund

One last photo with my mom and dad before we became a family of 4. I had no idea how much better it was going to get.

Music in the Park with Ammo the Dachshund

Then before I knew it, my sister was here – and guess what – I got to take her to music in the park a few days later!

Here’s a short video of me attending the event before she was born, and then again when she could enjoy it too!

I’m thinking I might need to teach my sister some of my sweet dance moves when she gets bigger. I didn’t want to show her up and break them out this time, but next time for sure!

Have you ever taken your dog to a music in the park event? Did they enjoy the music? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Ammo’s Birthday Fun

Ammo's 8th Birthday

Since last week I celebrated my 8th Birthday I thought I would share just how I decided to celebrate.

Now my sister is only 2 months old, so she doesn’t even know what a Birthday is yet. So I decided to show her exactly what you do on Birthdays…

If I can help it, my sister is going to be the very best present unwrapped when she grows up!

How do you celebrate your dog’s birthday? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Oh the Places You Sleep: Vol. 17

Well it’s been a couple months since you’ve gotten to check out where I’ve been sleeping. Not to worry though, because although I haven’t been sharing the photos, I’ve definitely been sleeping the day away! So here’s a few of the spots I’ve been napping in…

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 17 with Ammo the Dachshund

What’s your favorite spot this month?

Check out where else I’ve been sleeping in my “Oh the Places You Sleep” series!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Meet My Sister

So It’s been a little while since I’ve checked back in with all of you, but it’s been for a good reason! Many of you may have already seen the good news on Facebook, but on August 7, 2016 the newest member of my family made her long awaited appearance!

Meet My Sister // Ammo gets a sibling

Meet Pyper!

While I couldn’t be there for the actual birth (apparently even well behaved dogs like myself aren’t allowed in the maternity ward at the hospital) Mom tells me she weighed 7lbs 7oz and was 21 inches long. That’s almost as long as me!

Meet My Sister // Ammo gets a sibling

And from the day she was born she had these super long beautiful eyelashes, you know the kind only girls are supposed to have.

Meet My Sister // Ammo gets a sibling

Nearly 2 months have passed since Pyper was born, and we’ve already gone on lots of adventures together. I can’t wait to share more about what we’ve been up to lately, but there’s a reason it’s taken me so long to even share with all of you on the blog that she’s finally here …

Meet My Sister // Ammo gets a sibling

….sister never quite got the newborn memo that napping is fun! Obviously she doesn’t take after her big brother, but don’t worry, I’m trying my hardest to teach her how fun naps can be.

So while during the day my sister is up and ready for fun most of the time, she mostly gives me my beauty rest at night by sleeping 7 – 8 hours! But this also means Mom, Dad, and I are stretched pretty thin trying to get things done at the shop during the day (while also taking care of sister) as well as all the usual fun activities we like to do that take up time.

I plan to share more of our adventures with all of you soon, but it just may take me a little longer than normal to keep the blog updated at a regular pace. But incase you were still missing your daily dose of Ammo, I have been, and always will be updating my Instagram and Facebook Pages. So make sure you’re following me on there! Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

 

Adventure Awaits! So stay tuned!

Family Adventure Ahead

Adventure Ahead - Baby Announcement

The time has come for my next big adventure! With just a short while before my new sister gets here I’ve decided to take a little blogging break to spend time with my family. I don’t know when exactly I’ll be back, but don’t worry, I’ll be sure to share the good news of the newest member of my family when she comes.

And incase you still need a dose of my happy adventures while I’m away, be sure to follow me on Facebook & Instagram where I’m sure to post some fun in the meantime.

You can catch up on my journey to becoming a big brother with these previous blog posts:

And just for fun, take a guess on the date you think my sister will arrive in the comments below and we’ll see who guesses right! Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity