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Gardening with Ammo

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With the warm weather beginning to pop in around my area the plants are starting to grow. It also means that it’s time for me to start my garden!

Left to fend for itself over the winter, my garden was looking a bit sad.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Luckily I’m not afraid of some hard work, so I got to work with mom and dad digging out the weeds and preparing it for planting.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

A quick trip to Lowes and we had the rest of the supplies needed to get my garden into tip top shape, including some seeds and plant starts.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Once back home we laid out the finishing touches including weed blocking fabric, the set-up for the electric fence (to keep out those pesky bunnies and groundhogs), and a stone border so dad can easily mow around it.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Now all we need is some mulch and magic horse poop and I’ll be ready to grow some veggies! I’m so excited I can hardly wait.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

For now I’m off to take a much needed nap, because boy is gardening exhausting! Ammo the Dachshund

Lazy Farm Days

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Lazy and Farm aren’t typically words that go together, but when the weather suddenly hits near 90 degrees in the Spring (when it was in the 40’s) it can get lazy on the farm pretty quick!

So here’s a little taste of what’s been going on around the farm lately:

Lazy Days on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Lazy Days on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Lazy Days on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Lazy Days on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Lazy Days on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Lazy Days on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Lazy Days on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Lazy Days on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

The farm is one of my favorite places to be, just spending time relaxing with all of my friends. Ammo the Dachshund

Events at the Farm

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Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Most of you who read my blog on a regular basis (hey guys) already know that I’ve been a farm dog since I was just a wee pup. Growing up on a farm means that you learn pretty quickly that everyone must pitch in and help to keep the farm running. So when we host horse events on the farm I’m the first one to lend a helping paw.

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

At our farm we host slightly different competitions than most people might be used to seeing. You’ll see no pretty ponies prancing around the arena while their owners buff and shine their boots to perfection – nope, we get a little more extreme with our events at my farm. Our mounted games competitions are filled with thrills and spills, as riders race at top speed through a series of obstacles with their teammates. It’s as exciting for the riders as it is for us spectators.

I spent most of my day on the start line, helping dad to watch the finishes and call placings – one of the most important jobs of the day.

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Riders of all ages came out for our event, and their team gear was as fantastic as always (you know I love a good fashion statement).

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

My best friend Trooper was in charge of watching for rule violations on line A.

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

But he quickly got relieved of all duties when he couldn’t keep his eyes open!

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Even my ponies helped out during the event, as they greeted all our guests with a beaming smile.

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Later in the day I took my post on the obstacle course as I watched the riders compete for the jackpot cash prize!

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

I even had to do a bit of coaching as some of the ponies thought our pool noodle obstacle was something from another planet.

Events on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

By the end of the day I was utterly exhausted – but that’s how life goes on the farm, and I wouldn’t have it any other way! Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend with Ammo

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Now that mom is no longer confined to crutches, my weekends are starting to include lots of fun activities again. Here’s a little look into what I was up to this weekend…

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Sunbathing at the shop with my gal pal Liebe!

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Playing dress-up with some of the new jewelry at the shop.

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Inspecting Trooper’s new house.

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend with Ammo the Dachshund

And hanging out with some of my favorite friends on the farm!

What did you do this weekend? Ammo the Dachshund

Farm Duty

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On the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Sometimes when we are out on the farm my buddy Trooper tends to be a little bit of a lost soul. He mopes around with that towel in his mouth, unsure about what to do next.

 
On the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

But Trooper is a herding dog, so I know when he has his towel he just really needs to be put to work. So lucky for him I’m an expert at putting my buddy to work.

 
On the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

All I have to do is point Trooper towards the ponies and he’s stuck to them like glue.

On the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Well, at least until he gets tired – so that’s why I have to keep my eyes on him at all times and make sure he keeps working.

On the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

On the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

On the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Now that my Trooper babysitting duties are fulfilled I can get back to what I really love to do on the farm!

On the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Digging Digging Digging! Ammo the Dachshund

 

Missing the Farm

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Those of you who are regular readers of my blog know that I’m a pretty active guy. I’m always going on exciting adventures, taking training classes, and generally just running around (boy do I love to run). But ever since Mom had surgery I’ve had to stay home a lot to take care of her. I don’t mind taking care of mom (and the good news is only 2 more weeks before we can return to regular adventures), but I do very much miss some things, like visiting my friends on the farm.

Missing the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

The good news is, Mom was missing the farm just as much as me, so over the weekend we took a trip out to visit all of my friends.

Missing the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

The Chincoteague Ponies missed me the most, and I missed Boomerang, Blitz, and Minnow just as much!

Missing the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

I also missed running! So I ran and ran and ran!

Missing the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

I also helped do farm chores, like herding the horses out to the pasture.

Missing the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

And then I ran some more! (Check out how much further along Trooper’s new house is! I can’t wait to give you the tour once Mom can walk a little better).

Missing the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper and I also did some wrestling. I won as always.

Missing the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Missing the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Then I spent the rest of my time on the farm helping to brush Minnow, my favorite pony in the whole wide world!

My time on the farm came and went too quickly. But I know soon we will be back to visiting my friends nearly every day – and it will be Spring! I can hardly wait! Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Obtrack Dog Coats

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You all know I love a good coat, especially during the cold winters here in Pennsylvania. So when one of the blogs I read (Oscar Ate My Muffin) posted about a pet coat that they absolutely love, I knew I just had to check it out.

The Obtrack coats were designed to protect a dog’s important muscle groups, thus keeping them from injury. Their coats have multiple points of adjustments to tailor the fit to each individual dog, and they even come in Dachshund sizes! These highly breathable, but exceptionally warm coats are nothing but stylish looking – and I certainly have added one to my wish list!

Friday Fetch: Obtrack Winter Dog Coat via Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Obtrack Winter Dog Coat via Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Obtrack Winter Dog Coat via Ammo the Dachshund

 

Friday Fetch: Obtrack Winter Dog Coat via Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Obtrack Winter Dog Coat via Ammo the Dachshund

Last two images are from Oscar Ate My Muffin.

To check out Oscar’s full review of his Obtrack coat, CLICK HERE. To fetch your own Obtrack Coat CLICK HERE. Ammo the Dachshund

Find me on Vine

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Have you heard about the new app for iPhone, Vine? Well, a couple of weeks ago I signed up for Vine, which is a simple and fun way to share short 6 second looping video clips in a beautiful and fun way.

If you want to keep up with my adventures on Vine, you can follow me HERE. Or you can also follow me on Twitter and Facebook to see some of my Vine videos.

And incase you missed it, here are some of my recent Vine videos:

 

 

 

I hope enjoyed seeing a little slice of my life. To see more, make sure you follow me on Vine (@KyleyDiLuigi)! Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow goes to New Bolton

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Chincoteague Pony, Minnow, visits New Bolton // Ammo the Dachshund

On Monday I arrived at the farm early to take my pal Minnow on a special outing.

Chincoteague Pony, Minnow, visits New Bolton // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom said Minnow was headed to the New Bolton Center, an internationally renowned large animal hospital, in other words the VET!

Chincoteague Pony, Minnow, visits New Bolton // Ammo the Dachshund

When we arrived I had to wait in the car, which was perfectly fine with me because going to the Vet is not my idea of a good time anyway.

Chincoteague Pony, Minnow, visits New Bolton // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom said Minnow was very brave, much braver than I am at the vet, as he got his 5 year check-up for Ringbone (which I’m told is arthritis in his ankle).

Chincoteague Pony, Minnow, visits New Bolton // Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow even got radiographs done of his legs, and I heard he didn’t even need to be drugged!

Chincoteague Pony, Minnow, visits New Bolton // Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow told me later that he kept looking over his shoulder wondering when I would come in to hold his hoof and make him feel better about being poked and prodded. I knew no one could be that brave at the vet!

Chincoteague Pony, Minnow, visits New Bolton // Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow’s radiographs showed how much of a Super Hero he really is – as his bones have been trying to fuse together over the past 5 years to alleviate pain in his joint. In other words, he’s growing a bionic leg!

Chincoteague Pony, Minnow, visits New Bolton // Ammo the Dachshund

When we got back to the barn Boomer and Blitz were waiting for us, and I told them all about how brave our Super Minnow was and all about his bionic leg.

Ammo the Dachshund Super Hero and his Super Hero Pony

And incase you’re wondering about Minnow’s prognosis…..he and I still have many more years of superness ahead!

You can read the full story on Minnow’s trip to New Bolton HERE. Ammo the Dachshund

Snowday with the Ponies

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Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday

On Friday I got to leave work early on account of the snow that made it’s way to Pennsylvania.

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

Of course a little bit of snow never stops me from having an adventure, so I bundled up in my jackets and decided to have some fun on the farm. Did you know that ponies like to have snowdays too?

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

Snowdays are so much fun, but there is really only one thing that makes them oh so amazing….

Ammo the Dachshund // Snowday with the Ponies

…coming inside to a warm blanket and a bowl of kibble! Ammo the Dachshund