Dog Squad on the Beach

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Ammo

There is one special adventure that always makes my heart skip a beat. It’s one of my favorite places ever, and when my family got to stay right on the BEACH during our Thanksgiving vacation I was so very excited!

Dog Squad on the Beach

But whats even more fantastic than a trip to the beach is sharing the adventure with my squad!

My cousins Sharkie & Scout (in the front) live in South Carolina, so they are total beach dog pros, and Trooper and I were super excited to spend a few days romping on the beach with them.

Dog Squad on the Beach

Things got a little wild, but that’s what beach days are all about!!

Dog Squad on the Beach

Scout and Sharkie know just how to get things fierce on the beach. But little did they know, so do Trooper and I….

Dog Squad on the Beach

That’s right, we may not live at the beach, but Trooper and I can certainly keep up with the rest of our squad!

Dog Squad on the Beach

After a day running on the beach, there is nothing more left to do but to take a dip in the ocean to cool off.

Dog Squad on the Beach

Being my feisty self, I couldn’t let my youngest cousin Scout show me up with her swimming skills. Even wiener dogs can swim too!

Dog Squad on the Beach

Nevermind, scratch that, way TOO COLD for this weiner dog! You’re on your own Scout!

Dog Squad on the Beach

All in all it was a fantastic few days with the ocean at my back. I already miss my favorite dog squad!

Can’t wait until we get to do it again!

Does your dog love to frolic on the beach like I do?

A Parading We Will Go

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Ammo

Holiday Christmas Parade

A few weekends ago I took Baby P on a very special outing. I took her to her very first Christmas parade!

Holiday Christmas Parade

The real reason I’m always in attendance of my town’s holiday parade is to entertain the customers at our shop. I always do a pretty good job of that (nobody’s better than me at playing dead), and this year Baby P even helped me out by squealing and dancing for all the visitors too (only my camera crew missed catching that, shame on them). It was nice to have a little extra help, entertaining customers is hard work!

Holiday Christmas Parade

But after our duties at the shop (and more than a few diaper changes for Baby P), we hit the streets to watch the parade.

Holiday Christmas Parade

Fire trucks and flashing lights are always a favorite for me and now my sister too, but the music really gets us in the Christmas mood!

Holiday Christmas Parade

I was super excited to see some fellow low riders in the parade! Although I’m pretty sure I totally had them out dressed!

Holiday Christmas Parade

Baby P though, she got to wave to Santa! I admit, I was a bit jealous, but then I remembered that I’ve had 8 years of Santa visiting my house just for me, so I felt a little better about sharing Santa with my sister this year. Overall we had a blast at the Holiday Parade this year, and I can’t wait until next year when my sister will be running around at it with me!

Only 3 more sleeps until I get to see what Santa brings me under the tree! I can’t wait!

Does your town have a holiday parade?

October 2016 Monthly Recap

Posted on November 4, 2016 by Ammo

October marked my official swing back into blogging after I took a little break when my sister was born. Don’t worry though, I wasted no time in getting off to some grand adventures.

Before we get to my adventures though, let me give a shoutout to my special sponsors & affiliates! 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 it’s time for my October adventures…

Meet My Sister // Ammo gets a sibling

I kicked off the month by introducing everyone to my new sister!

Ammo's 8th Birthday

I celebrated my 8th Birthday in style with an epic video recap!

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

I celebrated a whole new collection of sleeping pictures.

Ammo's 8th Birthday

I recapped all the birthday fun I had with my sister.

10 Awesome DIY Dog Halloween Costumes

I shared some of my favorite DIY Halloween costumes for this year.

They Day Ammo the Dachshund Met His Little Sister

I shared the video from the day I met my sister.

Music in the Park with Ammo the Dachshund

I took my sister to music in the park.

Dogs And Their People // Ammo the Dachshund in Barkbook

I announced that…I’m in a book!

Hiking in the Laurels with Friends

I went swimming in the Laurels.

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I went to the Fairhill International Event with my sister.

Team Zissou Dog Halloween Costume Life Aquatic

I shared my 2016 Halloween Costume.

Trick or Treat and Happy Halloween

I got ready for trick-or-treaters.

Jasper Swag Dog Walking Bags

I shared my mom’s secret to making sure we go on lots of adventures!

And that brings us to November! I can’t believe it will be 2017 before I know it, this year is just flying by!

The Secret to Having Lots of Adventures with your Dog

Posted on November 2, 2016 by Ammo

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

Autumn Adventures on the Lake - Ammo the Dachshund goes Paddleboarding

Adventure. It’s in my blood. For the past 8 years my mom and dad haven’t hesitated to decide on a whim, today is the day for an adventure.

Music in the Park with Ammo the Dachshund

And then my sister arrived, and I was a little worried all that adventuring was going to be over. I should have known I didn’t need to worry though, because my mom has always had a secret weapon when it comes to getting everyone out of the house for some fun.

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That secret……bags! My mom has always left bags packed by the door ready to go with all the supplies needed for our next big adventure. In the summer we have a pool/lake bag with towels & life vests, and in the winter we have a bag with extra warm coats, and now with the addition of my sister there is need for even more bags!

Jasper Swag Dog Walking Bags

Mom has been keeping this fun On The Fly Jasper Swag Dog Walking Bag just for me packed and ready by the door so we can head out on a moments notice.

Here she is packing up all my gear (and my sister’s too) to be ready for our next big adventure:

Jasper Swag Dog Walking Bags

Mom and I have been loving the Jasper Swag Bag because not only does it have pockets for all my essentials (poop bags, extra id tags & collar, cookies – of course, water, bowl, etc), but it also fits some of mom’s gear like keys and mobile phone.

Jasper Swag Dog Walking Bags

Mom loves the waist belt option too because it gives her more use of her arms, which apparently you can never have enough of when you have a baby sister and a dog to look after. I wouldn’t know since all I have are these paws.

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What tips do you have to make adventures easy with your dog?

Ammo’s 8th Year

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Ammo

Today is my 8th Birthday! A day of celebration!

Ammo's 8th Birthday

Just as in previous years I love to take this day to look back at all the amazing adventures I’ve had over the past year. So mom helped me whip up my year in review video, with lots of never before shared pictures and videos of me and my sister!

Ammo's 8th Birthday

This year I’ve got a new Birthday buddy to share all the fun with, who coincidentally also turns 8 weeks old on the 7th!

Ammo's 8th Birthday

So kick up your heels and join me in celebrating my 8th Birthday! Something tells me this next year is going to be full of fun and I can’t wait!

Meet My Sister

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Ammo

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!

Adventure Awaits! So stay tuned!

Tail Wagging Fun

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Ammo

Happy! Ammo the Dachshund

I’ve always been the type of dog that knows how to have fun. I can make a bad day into a good day with the flick of my tail and a toothy grin.

Tail Wagging Fun - Happiest Dog Ever

And sometimes it’s just an average day lounging on the couch, and you just can’t help but wag your tail and smile. It’s infectious…

So whether you’re having a bad day or not, just remember, keep that tail wagging and everything will be ok.

Does your dog make everything better when you’re having a bad day?

Toy Troubles

Posted on July 18, 2016 by Ammo

A few weeks ago mom picked me out a new toy basket*.

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Dog Toy Troubles

Once I got over the initial confusion on it’s intended use (I mean it “could” double as a dog bed don’t you think)….it was time to test out it’s real function in holding my toys.

This is going to be a much bigger adjustment than I thought. Perhaps some new toys for my basket with help me with this big change… *wink*

Have you ever caught your dog on camera doing something goofy like me?

June 2016 Monthly Recap

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Ammo

June marked the official start of summer, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Warm weather adventures have always been my favorite and I can’t wait to share with you what I’ve been up to over the past month.

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And now it’s time for my June adventures…

Ammo the Dachshund's Vegetable Garden

I helped mom and dad do a little updating to my outdoor veggie garden.

An App to Help You Manage All of Your Pet Documents + A Giveaway with PensterDocs #ad

I shared a pretty cool APP that helps you manage all of your pet’s documents.

I shared how Trooper and I pretty much compete at everything.

A Dog's Day at the Devon Horse Show

I took my annual trip to the Devon Horse Show.

Ammo the Dachshund Gets a New Ride

I upgraded my ride to make room for my sister.

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 15 with Ammo the Dachshund

I got myself into a whole bunch of new sleeping positions.

A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

I helped mom and dad rearrange my shop.

Sound Proof - Ammo the Dachshund is a Seasoned DIY Dog

I shared how I’m pretty much sound proof at this point in my life.

A DIY Solution for Sleeping Comfortably with your Dog

I shared my mom’s DIY solution for sharing the big dog bed with me.

Dog Days at the Pool

I spent Father’s Day at the pool.

A Tether Tug Toy for Tough Dogs + A Giveaway #ad

Trooper and I played Tug with our new Tether Tug (And you can still ENTER TO WIN one for your dog too).

Throwing a party for a horse

I went to a party for a horse.

And that brings me to July! I’m excited to celebrate the 4th of July this weekend with my friends and family, which I’m sure will lead me to some even more exciting adventures!

What kind of fun did your dog get up to last month?

A Tether Tug Toy for Tough Dogs + A Giveaway

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Ammo

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

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Sometimes even us farm dogs need to take a break from chores to have a little fun. So when our new friends over at Tether Tug sent Trooper and I one of their tug toys we knew it would be the perfect way to let out a little energy out on the farm.

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Dad set it up in the grass for us by hammering a small pipe into the ground and then you simply pop the tug pole into it. Dad says it’s super simple too to just pull right out and mow over when it’s time to mow the lawn.

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Mom initially popped a small treat into the rope to get me interested in it, which totally got me excited about the Tether Tug!

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While I certainly love a new toy, I tend to like to just shake or chew my toys to death rather than to play tug with them, but somebody else I know was totally up to the challenge of a good old tugging match to really test out the Tether Tug….

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Trooper wasted no time in showing me exactly how you’re supposed to play with the Tether Tug.

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Even Cricket ventured out to see what all the commotion was about, and pretty soon we all started cheering for Trooper to PULL HARDER!

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And pull he did!

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But no matter how hard Trooper pulled that Tether Tug stayed firmly in the ground where it was supposed to be, and boy did Trooper have fun tugging!

The cool thing about these Tether Tugs is that not only do they come in various sizes (for small and big dogs) as well as indoor and outdoor versions, but you can also customize the tugging toy based on the kind of toy your dog likes to tug with. How cool is that!

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