February 2017 Monthly Recap

This February was amazing, mostly because I had so many warm Spring-like days! So crazy! And I also had a lot of fun adventures, so that too.

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And now it’s time for my February adventures…

Bear-y Fun Adventure

I finally got to play Dress-up with my sister, and it was everything I thought it’d be!

I shared just how much activity I’m actually getting on a daily basis.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide

I shared a Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Dogs.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: vol. 6

I celebrated the fact that my sister is now 1/2 a year old.

These Paws were Made for Digging // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my own rendition of a classic kids song.

Pop'n Tags at the Thrift Store

I popped some tags at the thrift store.

Ode to My Mailman

I wrote an ode to my mailman.

Ammo the Dachshund's Vegetable Garden

I shared my spring to-do list.

The Princess' Castle

I invited everyone in to tour my sister’s castle.

And so begins my March! I’m looking forward to a warm (and super early) Spring, how about you? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12

It’s time once again for my favorite post….my sleeping series! Because lets be honest, everyone loves a good nap! So here’s where I’ve been sleeping this past month….

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

So now the question is, which one of my napping spots is your favorite this month?

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

 

February 2016 Monthly Recap

February has come and gone, and that just means we’re getting that much closer to Spring! Yay! But before we jump too far ahead, I always love looking back over the adventures from the past month.

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And now it’s time for my February adventures…

Big Reveal Pet Friendly Kitchen Renovation with Ammo the Dachshund's Help

I FINALLY shared the after pictures from my big kitchen remodel that started last summer.

Surprise! It's a Party! Ammo attends a Surprise Party

I attended a surprise Birthday Party, but spent the night hanging out with one guest only.

A Humane Bark Solution for Dogs + A Giveaway

I shared a humane anti-barking solution to help all those barking dogs out there.

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 11 with Ammo the Dachshund

I shared another collection of places I was enjoying sleeping during the month.

Valentines Day Greeting from the cutest Dachshund

I celebrated Valentine’s Day with a special gal pal.

Zuke's Z-Bones - Chews to Keep your Pet's Teeth Clean

I shared all the ways I like to keep my teeth squeaky clean during Pet Dental Health Month.

Ammo the Dachshund Finds a Way to Make the Biggest Mess Ever

I made the biggest mess ever (and it was so much fun!)

Growing Old Together // Best Dog Friends

I shared how I plan to grow old with my BFF Trooper.

Naught Dog Caught on Camera with Vimtag + A Giveaway

I got caught on camera being “bad” again.

Let's Get Tricky! Teach Your Dog To Play Fetch

My mom used a few simple tools to teach me how to play fetch even better!

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

Trooper and I disagreed on how to be great farm lookouts.

Home Security to Let Your Dog Be A Dog + A Giveaway with Kidde

I shared what I’m doing now that I have a home system to look out for all my security (Plus Bonus…you can enter my GIVEAWAY!)

And that brings us to March! I’m excited for what this month will bring, especially since the first day of Spring is oh so close! I can hardly wait.

What are you looking forward to most during the month of march?Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Farm Lookouts

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

As barn dogs, there is always a lot of tasks for Trooper and I to do. And to be honest, this farm just wouldn’t run properly without us.

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

Trooper is always on my case to help him be a lookout. “Lookout for low flying birds” “Lookout for cars pulling down the farm driveway” “Lookout for anything suspicious and out of the ordinary”

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

I on the other hand usually have my own ideas about what we should be actually looking out for.

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

What about “Lookout for the snakes that accidentally get baled in the hay”

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

Or “Lookout for yummy missed poop in the pony stalls”

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

“Lookout for people in boots who might mistakenly step on you”

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

And “Lookout for ponies who look cute, but are really thinking maybe they didn’t get enough to eat”.

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

So Trooper can keep a lookout for strangers who might want to brush our ponies (the horror), and whatever other boring stuff he comes up with….

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

…and I’ll continue to lookout for the important stuff. Because we all know that pony poop isn’t going anywhere except for my belly! Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

February is National Pet Dental Care Month

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Since February is the month dedicated to dental care for pets I thought it would be fun to check out all the ways I’ve kept up with my oral health over the years. #NationalPetOralHealthCareMonth 

Emmi-Pet Dog Dental Toothbrush Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The Emmi-Pet is an electric dental tooth brush designed for pets that cleans teeth without the need of vibration. While I found this to be a great tool, I sort of fell off the wagon when it came to keeping up with brushing regularly (I know, shame on me). Fetch the Emmi-Pet Toothbrush.

Clean Teeth // Ammo the Dachshund

I tried the Tropiclean Teeth Gel for a time, it’s a great way to add some cleaning power to your dog’s teeth without the need to use a toothbrush. You can even spread it onto your dog’s chew toys. I did thoroughly enjoy this cleaning method, but again I wasn’t great about keeping up with a routine. Fetch the Tropiclean Teeth Gel.

How to Maintain your Dog's Teeth // Ammo the Dachshund // Pet Dental Health Month

Mom even used a pet dental scraper on me. This is a great way to remove plaque buildup, and something I still have done on occasion when my plaque buildup gets noticeable. Fetch a Pet Dental Scraper.

How to Maintain your Dog's Teeth // Ammo the Dachshund // Pet Dental Health Month

Dental Chews are another great way to fight plaque if your dog likes to chew on them. I tend to be really interested in them at first, but eventually loose interest in the toys after a few weeks. One of my favorite chew toys that I have remained in is the Benebone which encourages me to chew on a regular basis (and I use it almost every night). Fetch a Benebone Dental Chew.

Zuke's Z-Bones - Chews to Keep your Pet's Teeth Clean

Zuke's Z-Bones - Chews to Keep your Pet's Teeth Clean

My absolute favorite way to keep my teeth looking sparkly is with dental chews. Lately I’ve been snacking on these Zuke’s Z-Bones Dental Chews from Chewy.com. Seriously what’s better than cleaning your teeth by eating something delicious!

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My mom’s favorite part about these chews is that not only do they help clean my teeth and freshen my breath, but they also contain Turmeric. You may have heard me mention this ingredient before, but it’s been studied for its antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties and can help prevent cancer in your pet. That’s a big plus in my book!

Zuke's Z-Bones - Chews to Keep your Pet's Teeth Clean

So while I’ll continue to do my best in keeping my teeth healthy and clean, I most certainly won’t give up my daily dental chews…..it’s my favorite part of the day!

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What is the dental regime for your pet? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

 

February 2015 Monthly Recap

Before we get to the recap of all the exciting adventures I’ve been on in February, I wanted to give a shoutout to my special sponsors! Thanks to them I’m able to bring you exciting posts, so make sure you give them some love and check out what great products they carry!

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And now onto my February Adventures…

Paws Jaws Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I took to the snow in my boots, and tested out a handy tool for the winter called Paws Jawz.

Chase n' Chomp // Tough Toys for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my list of 10 tough toys for dogs….for all those pups that have jaws of steel just like me!

Dachshund Life Struggle // The Struggle is Real // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my new photo series of Dachshund Life Struggles, because being a dachshund can be so hard.

How to Maintain your Dog's Teeth // Ammo the Dachshund // Pet Dental Health Month

I shared some tips on how I maintain my pearly whites.

When Big Dogs Play with Small Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my tips for playing with the big dogs.

Happy Valentine's Day // Ammo the Dachshund

I wished everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day.

Earn money for rescue dogs by walking your dog // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared how you can help rescue dogs simply by walking your own dog.

Frozen Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my adventures on the frozen lake with my family.

Dachshund Gets Stuck Under Shed // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared a throwback thursday to that one time I got stuck under a shed.

Fuji and Friends T-Shirt Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some fun T-shirts from my pals at Fuji and Friends.

Adventures in the Snow // Ammo the Dachshund

I played in the snow in my backyard.

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I shared a comprehensive list of all the products I use and love, including the camera gear my mom uses to take such sweet photos of me!

What fun February has been! What sort of adventures did you go on last month? Any one else looking forward to Spring? Ammo the Dachshund

Valentine’s Day DIY – Dog Collar Heart Accessory

Valentine’s Day is almost here, so with a little help from my mom I whipped up this happy heart DIY to help you spread some love any day of the year!

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY – Dog Collar Heart Accessory

This simple DIY can be made with a few items that you can likely find laying around your house.

What you need:

  • Scissors
  • A few small scraps of fabric
  • Needle and thread
  • Elastic
  • Sharpie
  • Dog Collar
  • Cotton stuffing (don’t have any on hand? you could always use some paper towels or tissues)
  • Embroidery thread (substitute needle and thread if you don’t have any)
  • Metallic paint (optional)
  • Pencil with eraser (optional)

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 1: Using a sharpie draw two small heart shapes onto your fabric. You may want to draw one on a plain piece of printer paper first and cut it out to use as a stencil.

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 2: Cut both hearts out of your fabric.

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 3: If you are using a plain piece of fabric then you may want to add a little Bling. By using the eraser end of your pencil you can stamp some dots of gold metallic paint onto your fabric hearts.

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 4: Next measure the width of your dog collar, add about an inch, and cut this length out of your elastic. Once your paint is dry on your hearts you will want to sew a piece of looped elastic to the painted side with a needle and thread.

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 5: Place your heart cutouts on top of each other (paint side up) and begin to stitch the two together using a piece of embroidery floss (or regular thread if that’s all you have). Stop stitching when you are about 3/4 of the way around.

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 6: Stuff your heart with cotton filler (or any other stuffing you would like to use) and then stitch your heart the rest of the way shut.

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Your heart collar accessory is now complete, and you can slip it onto your dog’s collar.

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

I don’t know about you, but I think it totally says I LOVE YOU!

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

If you decide not to add paint to your happy little heart, you may want to use a fun fabric instead – just like the one my mom made below.

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m totally wearing my heart on my sleeve neck!

Valentine's Day DIY // Heart Collar Accessory for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

If you’re looking for more ways to spread a little love this year, make sure you check out my online SHOP for Valentine’s Day Greetings and more! Ammo the Dachshund

The collars I am wearing in this feature are from the lovely Mattie & Margot, and they have lots of great colors that would look oh so sweet with a happy little heart on them. 

Also you can fetch the id tag I’m wearing above from Blanket ID.

Friday Fetch: Pet Dental Health

ammo the dachshund pet dental health monthYesterday I shared how it was my new goal to start brushing my teeth every night before bed since February is Pet Dental Health Month.

So after a visit to Petco last week, I rounded up some of my favorite items to get you started in keeping your own pet’s choppers extra sparkly!

nylabone dental dinosaur

Nylabone Dental Dinosaur from Petco

dog dental kit

KissAble Doggie Dental Kit from Petco

dog dental wash

TropiClean Fresh Breath Dental Wash from Petco

dental dog treats

Pegetables Dental Dog Treats from Petco

My Pearly Whites

Since February is Pet Dental Health Month I decided that I really should be brushing my teeth regularly. Up until now, it wasn’t really a regular thing for me – although I did chew on lots of those dental sticks, and occasionally break out the tooth brush.

So my new goal is to brush my teeth every night before bed.

ammo the dachshund pet dental health month

It may not be my “favorite” thing to do….

ammo the dachshund pet dental health month

…but it helps that Mom got me special doggie toothpaste that is oh-so-yummy!

ammo the dachshund pet dental health month

And just look at my sparkling smile now! So Shiny!

ammo the dachshund pet dental health month

Tomorrow I’ll share some neat pet products to help keep your pooches’ teeth extra clean!