A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post and giveaway is brought to you by The Honest Kitchen and does contain some affiliate links. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your pets will love.

A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway from The Honest Kitchen

My friends over at The Honest Kitchen recently came out with a new pet food product that I’m over the top in love with!

A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway from The Honest Kitchen

Proper Toppers are a light and crispy superfood that provides a boost of whole food to any dog’s meal. They are made with just 5 whole food ingredients, including free range chicken or turkey, and can be used as a topper for kibble, complete meal, or even a treat.

A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway from The Honest Kitchen

All ingredients are processed in the USA in a human grade food processing facility. They are non genetically modified and free of any chemicals & preservatives. All meat is also hormone and antibiotic free.

A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway from The Honest Kitchen

You can actually see the whole foods in each little cluster!

A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway from The Honest Kitchen

Proper Toppers are going to be the perfect food to take with me on my next camping trip, because unlike traditional dehydrated pet foods that need a bit of warm water to help plump them up, these just need a quick splash and are good to go!

A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway from The Honest Kitchen

Mom has been adding Proper Toppers to my kibble each meal as part of my rotational diet, and I have to say I’m loving it! Not only does it taste great (and is great for picky eaters), but just like all of The Honest Kitchen’s pet foods they are a healthy, nutritional food.

A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway from The Honest Kitchen

You can snag some Proper Toppers in Chicken or Turkey flavor from the Honest Kitchen! And if you’ve never tried any of their other great dehydrated pet foods, be sure to snag a FREE SAMPLE BUNDLE while you’re at it! (discount automatically applied at checkout).

And now for the best part…

A Proper Topper for Pet Food + A Giveaway from The Honest Kitchen

ONE WINNER WILL WIN A 14oz BAG OF PROPER TOPPERS FROM THE HONEST KITCHEN!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

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Water on the Beach

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Ammo

Water on the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund has fun on the Farm

A few weeks ago this interesting looking pool* showed up in my ~~beach~~ ponies’ arena.

*affiliate link

Water on the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund has fun on the Farm

I thought, well isn’t this nice, how did they know that no beach is complete without some “ocean”. Just as I was about to take a dip I had a thought…

Water on the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund has fun on the Farm

…what if the real fun was UNDER the pool? Naturally I’m an inquisitive fellow, and you can’t help but wonder.

Water on the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund has fun on the Farm

So a digging we will go!

Water on the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund has fun on the Farm

Sadly the only excitement was in actually digging the hole. So it looks like my new pool will just have to wait for warmer days this summer when I can sun bathe on my beach and take a dip afterwards.

Water on the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund has fun on the Farm

And I think I’ll have to share my pool pass too, because Blitz has been waiting patiently for his turn next!

Are your dogs inquisitive in nature just like me?

Ice Queens

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Ammo

Ice Queens // Icelandic Horses on the Farm

It’s come to my attention that I never really properly introduced some of my new friends on the farm. (those two frosty gals behind me).

Ice Queens // Icelandic Horses on the Farm

Now if my friends Etna & Aldis look a bit chilly, not to worry….they actually LOVE the cold because they hail from Iceland!

That’s right, these Icelandic Horses are a unique breed of smallish horses that came to Iceland with the first settlers from Norway 1100 years ago. Archeological digs in Europe have revealed that they are descendent from an ancient breed of horses that is now extinct outside of Iceland, where it has been preserved in isolation.

Ice Queens // Icelandic Horses on the Farm

To be honest, in the beginning I wasn’t really sure they were horses at all with all that wild hair.

Ice Queens // Icelandic Horses on the Farm

But eventually that sassy pony stink eye emerged, and I knew, yup….horses for sure!

Ice Queens // Icelandic Horses on the Farm

One thing is for sure though, it must be pretty nice to not be bothered by the cold! I admit, I’m pretty jealous of their ability to thrive in the cold. At least summer is on it’s way!

A Monthly Delivery of Bully Bundles + A Giveaway

Posted on April 25, 2016 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post and giveaway is brought to you by Bully Bundles. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your dogs will love!

A Monthly Delivery of Bully Bundles + A Giveaway

Recently my new friends over at Bully Bundles sent me a package of their 6″ Bully Sticks to try. Now if you’ve never heard of Bully Sticks, then you are missing out my friend!

A Monthly Delivery of Bully Bundles + A Giveaway

Now I admit, when I was a young pup I used to snack on rawhides (before my mom knew any better), but Bully Sticks are a type of chew that are MUCH better than rawhides. Not only are they safer because they are 100% digestible (much lower risk of choking compared rawhides), but they are also healthier because they are made of 100% beef. Rawhides typically contain harmful chemicals and are treated with a long list of ingredients.

So I can attest, when you’re looking for a chew for your dog, Bully Sticks are definitely the way to go. Not only will your dog love them, but your humans will feel good knowing they are safe and healthy.

A Monthly Delivery of Bully Bundles + A Giveaway

Now the cool thing about Bully Bundles is that you can sign up to have your dog’s Bully Sticks delivered monthly. When you’re a busy shop dog it’s nice to know there will always be a snack around for your work breaks (even if your mom forgets to pick some up at the store!).

In fact, I have a fun little game I like to play to earn my bully sticks while at work…

I’ve gotten so good at finding those hidden Bully Sticks that mom has had to get pretty creative in hiding them now!

A Monthly Delivery of Bully Bundles + A Giveaway

The Bully Bundles come in 6″ or 12″ sticks that are between 5/8″ – 7/8″ thick (which are thicker than most I’ve seen on the market).

They’re also made with no preservatives or chemicals and are produced in a USDA approved facility. Hailing from free-range, grass-fed Brazilian cattle, and No growth hormones or antibiotics are used on the cattle.

A Monthly Delivery of Bully Bundles + A Giveaway

So if you’re ready to set your dog up with a monthly subscription of bully sticks from Bully Bundles, you can choose between 6, 10, 15, 30, or 60 6″ sticks a month or 5, 10, 15, or 30 12″ sticks a month.

And don’t worry, you can even skip a month or cancel at anytime! The best part is you can save 10% OFF your Bully Bundles order with code AMMO.

As a bonus…

A Monthly Delivery of Bully Bundles + A Giveaway

FOUR WINNERS WILL WIN A 4-PACK OF BULLY STICKS FROM BULLY BUNDLES!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

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Following Instinct

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Ammo

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

Some dogs are born with it, some dogs aren’t. And I can’t help that I was ~~cursed~~ blessed with this amazing nose that can lead me to a groundhog hole deep in the woods, through thickets and brush, where no one else knows it exists.

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

My poor pal Trooper doesn’t have this gift, sometimes I’m surprised he even knows which way is up. (love ya Troop!)

A video posted by Ammo The Dachshund (@ammothedachshund) on Apr 20, 2016 at 10:34am PDT

Without me the world would be full of unknown groundhog holes, unattended, and unwatched.

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

And for some reason, I don’t think my special skills are very appreciated around here!

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

Sigh. It’s an uphill battle for me every single day. The struggle is real my friends. #DachshundLifeStruggle

Does your dog like to follow their instinct?

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 13

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Ammo

Another day, another nap! It’s time for my favorite picture round-up of all the places I’ve been sleeping this past month…

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 13 with Ammo the Dachshund

Which place would you love to curl up in?

Check out where else I’ve been sleeping in my “Oh the Places You Sleep” series!

A Safe Adjustable Leash Option for Dogs + A Giveaway

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post and giveaway is brought to you by Ruffwear and does contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your dog will love!

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

It’s that time of year when one of my favorite pet companies, Ruffwear, comes out with their new Spring gear!

I was super excited this time around to be able to test out their new Slackline Leash.

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

At first glance it may look just like an ordinary dog leash, but I can tell you it is not.

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

The Ruffwear Slackline Leash is an adjustable-length leash from 6 feet to 3.5 feet. Its adjustable length can be fully extended for relaxed walks, or shortened for more control as needed.

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

Essentially this leash replaces those highly dangerous retractable leashes – which I don’t really recommend.

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

Mom and Dad love the padded handle which also includes a convenient accessory loop for pick up bags or small clip-on items.

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

The Slackline leash can also be handheld or waist-worn with the handy buckle, which also makes it easy if you ever need to tie your dog while out on a walk.

It’s also got reflective trim for safety, and comes in 4 fun colors: Twilight Grey (pictured), Meadow Green, Purple Dusk and Kokanee Red.

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

And incase you are wondering, there is still plenty of length to this leash when extended to allow me to explore all the fascinating places I find on my walks! And can still quickly shorten when I need to stay closer to mom and dad.

A video posted by Ammo The Dachshund (@ammothedachshund) on Apr 9, 2016 at 10:40am PDT

The Slackline Leash has been great for my walks to work in the morning, where sometimes I need to stay closer to mom incase of oncoming traffic. But don’t worry, I also always practice looking both ways before I cross the street (as seen in the video above).

You can fetch the new Ruffwear Slackline Leash for your dog for $39.95 (with FREE SHIPPING for orders over $75)!

And now for the best part….

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

ONE WINNER WILL WIN A RUFFWEAR SLACKLINE LEASH

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

No purchase necessary. To enter use the Rafflecopter widget below. 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. Open to USA readers only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. By entering you are agreeing to the terms & conditions set forth in the Rafflecopter widget (see below).

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What it Looks like to be a Spoiled Dog

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Ammo

Spoiled Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Some people out there might think I’m a spoiled dog. While I’m not sure I totally agree, I can admit that I do enjoy some luxuries (which I knowingly imply sad puppy dog eyes to get mom and dad to oblige to)….

Spoiled or not, I’m never going to stop asking for back rubs from mom and dad! 😉

Does your dog know how to get what they want?

Easter Egg Hunts & Ham

Posted on March 30, 2016 by Ammo