Toy Graveyard

Toy Graveyard // Ammo the Dachshund

Upon first inspection you might think this is just an ordinary basket filled with some of my toys.

Toy Graveyard // Ammo the Dachshund

But, it’s actually my toy graveyard – where chewed, ripped, devoured, and damaged toys go to live out their remaining days.

Toy Graveyard // Ammo the Dachshund

It’s not that they weren’t loved, it’s quite the opposite really, they were loved a little too much.

Toy Graveyard // Ammo the Dachshund

I have fond memories with all of them, like tearing ears off, ripping stuffing out, de-squeaking, and gnawing until my jaw is sore.

Toy Graveyard // Ammo the Dachshund

I sort of miss them.

Toy Graveyard // Ammo the Dachshund

Toy Graveyard // Ammo the Dachshund

In fact, these toys don’t look like they are on their last leg at all to me….I’m pretty sure Mr. Carrot still has some life left in him!

Do you have a toy graveyard at your house? Ammo the Dachshund

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend

It’s always hard to get back to the grind after a long holiday weekend. When I get a few extra days off work I tend to try and pack in as much stuff as I can…..sometimes too much! Check out the fun adventures I had over the long weekend…

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

I kicked things off on Friday by celebrating my Dad’s Birthday! Of course I always volunteer by helping to open presents.

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

Then on Saturday I headed to the farm to celebrate my best friend Trooper’s 7th Birthday! Horray! I got to spend all evening with Trooper (and open his presents too) while my mom and dad headed to the wedding for my Aunt & Uncle!

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

Sunday I was up bright and early to spend some time with my ponies!

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

Then I hit the trail with my pal Shilah while my dad and Shilah’s dad played Disc Golf.

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

Shilah and I burned lots of calories hiking the course on this hot day!

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

And I may have snuck in a nap or two along the way.

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

Then on Memorial Day I was on the move again as I took a trip to the Devon Horse Show.

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

I had fun making new friends, and watching all the ponies compete! I’ll be back later to share some more details about my fun trip to Devon.

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

Later that day I made it back to the farm to enjoy a Barbecue with all my favorite people.

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper and Cricket included!

My Busy Memorial Day Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

As you can imagine by the end of my long weekend I looked like this, and could barely move a muscle!

But, you know what they say, a tired dog is a happy dog! What did you do over the long weekend?Ammo the Dachshund

My Dog is My – Ruffwear Giveaway

I hope you all had a wonderful memorial day off of work, and since we’re all just getting back into the swing of things I thought it would be fun to kick off the week with a contest!

Our friends over at Ruffwear have started a new campaign called My Dog is My…. so we’ve teamed up with them to hold a little contest to find out what your dogs are to you!

Every dog is special to the people that love them, let’s find out what your dog is to you!

My Dog is My // Ruffwear Contest // Ammo the Dachshund

How to Enter:

First you can download and print this My Dog Is My sign and fill it in with what your dog is to you. [DOWNLOAD]

My Dog is My // Ruffwear Contest // Ammo the Dachshund

Then simply upload a photo of you and your dog with your sign to Instagram. Make sure to hashtag it with #mydogismy and #ammoruffwearcontest and also tag my mom’s instagram account in it @kyleydiluigi (that way I can find your photos easily).

My Dog is My // Ruffwear Contest // Ammo the Dachshund

My Dog is My // Ruffwear Contest // Ammo the Dachshund

From Coworker, to Farm Helper, I’m a lot of things to my mom.

What you win!

We will choose our favorite submission to win the following from Ruffwear:

– 1 Quencher Bowl (medium)
– 1 Flat Out Leash
– 1 TurnUp Dog Toy

My Dog is My // Ruffwear Contest // Ammo the Dachshund

I can’t wait to see all of your photos! And if you want to find out more about Ruffwear and their My Dog is My project you can check out the link HEREAmmo the Dachshund

Contest rules:

Only one winner will be chosen. You must upload your photos to instagram and hashtag them with #mydogismy #ammoruffwearcontest and tag @kyleydiluigi You may upload as many photos as you like. Contest ends June 10, 2014 at 10 am EST. Winner must be located within the USA. Winner will be contacted on instagram to claim their prize. Prize must be claimed within 48 hours or it will be forfeited.

This contest is sponsored by Ruffwear

Hide n’ Seek with your Dog

Disclaimer : This is a sponsored post brought to you by Chewy.

Sometimes on rainy days or days where I have to spend a little extra time indoors mom likes to play a fun game with me.

Hide n’ Seek is quickly becoming one of my favorite games, and I’m getting quite good at it (even when blindfolded!). Keep reading to find out how you can play this game with your dog!

Hide n' Seek with your Dog // Nature's Prairie All Natural Oven-Baked Biscuits // Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

To start you need some yummy treats. I decided to use this package of Nature’s Variety Prairie All Natural Oven-Baked Biscuits from my friends over at Chewy.com.

Hide n' Seek with your Dog // Nature's Prairie All Natural Oven-Baked Biscuits // Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

These peanut butter and banana cookies contain no corn, wheat, soy, artificial preservatives, colors or flavors and are made right here in the USA!

So to get my game of Hide n’ Seek started mom asks me to sit and wait (sometimes in the same room, other times in another room so I can’t see), and then she hides my cookies all around the room.

Once their hidden she releases me to find them!

See why this game is so fun!

What games do you like to play with your dog when you’re stuck inside? Ammo the Dachshund

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post by Chewy.com, but all opinions are my own!

Dogs vs. Quadcopter

My Uncle Taylor came to visit from North Carolina recently and he brought with him a new fun toy for me and Trooper to play with.

Dogs vs. Quadcopter // Ammo the Dachshund

Dogs vs. Quadcopter

You can also watch this video on youtube.

I’m not sure our enthusiastic fun about our new toy was appreciated by everyone (I heard the ponies on the farm muttering that they needed ear plugs), but hey, sometimes you just gotta bark at things!

What types of things does your dog like to chase? Ammo the Dachshund

Marsh Creek Mother’s Day

Mother's Day at Marsh Creek // Ammo the Dachshund

Sunday was Mother’s Day, so Trooper and I packed up our moms (and our ponies) and headed to the Marsh Creek State Park so that everyone could have a fun day.

Mother's Day at Marsh Creek // Ammo the Dachshund

While our mom’s went on an afternoon ride with the ponies Trooper and I went frolicking through the grass.

Mother's Day at Marsh Creek // Ammo the Dachshund

As if the look on my face doesn’t give it away already, I’m absolutely in love with frolicking!

Mother's Day at Marsh Creek // Ammo the Dachshund

After our moms returned, Trooper and I hit the lake for a little dip.

Mother's Day at Marsh Creek // Ammo the Dachshund

The water was a bit too chilly for my liking, so I sent Trooper out to retrieve all of the items floating in the lake instead.

Mother's Day at Marsh Creek // Ammo the Dachshund

Thanks to me (and I guess Trooper), the lake is now stick free! Thank goodness!

Mother's Day at Marsh Creek // Ammo the Dachshund

As you can imagine our moms were pretty tired out after an eventful day, so I faked napping so that my mom could rest too. I’m sweet like that.

How was your mother’s day? Ammo the Dachshund

When Goats Run Races

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

On Sunday I attended the 2014 Sly Fox Goat Races – a first for me!

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

I hopped on the bus at the fairgrounds in the hopes of seeing some exciting racing!

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

The turnout to the event was much larger than I expected, especially since for the better part of the morning we were stuck under a raincloud.

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

I wasn’t going to let a little rain stop me from having a good time though, so I pulled up my hood and got ready for some fun!

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

First I hit up the food tent and ate some yummy Beerwurst, I’m drooling still thinking about it.

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

After my belly was full I decided to mingle and check out the goat racing competition.

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

Tension was high, as the goats argued amongst each other about who they thought would come out on top and have the honor of getting the ceremonial bock beer named after them.

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

I sniffed out all the competitors and secretly made my bets on who I thought would win.

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

I also made sure to keep looking over my shoulder, because I don’t trust anything with horns!

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

Not only did I meet goats at the races, but there were lots of dogs there too, like this big guy who had a go pro camera strapped to his back.

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

I also met this guy, Chase the mini Australian Shepherd. He reminded me of my best buddy Trooper, but much more my size!

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

While I bounced around the event I attracted quite a bit of attention from the children there (as well as the adults that couldn’t help but want to take my picture).

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

The kids were my favorite part though, because where there’s kids, there’s food!

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

Finally it was time for the goat races to start, or so I heard, because I couldn’t see anything on account of being so short! #shortdogproblems

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

Thankfully mom and dad helped me work my way to the front of the crowd so that I’d had a much better view.

When Goats Run Races // Ammo the Dachshund

And before I knew it the goats were off….well kinda. I’m not sure what I was expecting, maybe because I’m used to seeing and racing in the dachshund races – well goats aren’t quite as speedy!

It was quite comical to watch actually, and at the end of the day it was announced that the goat, Spartacus was the champion!

But in a major upset on monday it was re-announced that the new winner was Jixxer after a photo surfaced of his leg crossing the finish line ahead of Spartacus. So much drama at the goat races! I guess better luck next year Spartacus!Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. I hear the champion Jixxer is up for adoption! Maybe next year I’ll have my own goat to enter, as the ponies on the farm have been asking for a goat buddy for a long time now!

Hopping in to say Happy Easter!

Happy Easter from Ammo the Dachshund

Hi Friends! I just thought I’d hop on in today to wish you all a Happy Easter!

Happy Easter from Ammo the Dachshund

I hope the Easter Bunny brought you lots of fun goodies in your basket!

Happy Easter from Ammo the Dachshund

And most importantly I hope you have an egg-cellent day with friends and family!

Happy Easter from Ammo the Dachshund

I know I sure will be!

Happy Easter, xoxo, Ammo the Dachshund

Toys for Ponies & Dogs

Toys for Ponies & Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

My ponies recently got a new toy to play with in their pasture.

Toys for Ponies & Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom fills it with bits of hay and horse treats, and the ponies proceed to bite, kick, and roll it around the pasture in the hopes that one will eventually pop out of the hole.

Toys for Ponies & Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

It was quite obvious they had no idea what they were doing. So being that I’m so well versed in the art of interactive toys, I offered to show them how it’s done.

Toys for Ponies & Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Toys for Ponies & Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Alright fine, I rolled and kicked it too! Apparently pony toys are built to last!

How is your dog at mastering interactive toys? Ammo the Dachshund

March 2014 Monthly Recap

Before we get to the recap of all the exciting adventures I’ve been on in March, 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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ammo the dachshund blogging outdoors

One more thing before I get to my monthly recap, because it’s oh-so-exciting! Have you heard about the World’s First Laptop for Dogs from Toshiba?

Worlds First Laptop For Dogs

Seriously, it’s about time! Do you know how hard it is to type on a standard keyboard with these paws? With a built in doggie cam and bark-to-text software I’m totally moving this to the top of my wish list! You can find out more about the incredible PetBook K9 from Toshiba.

Ok so now onto my exciting March Adventures…..

Charlie Be Good Bowtie & Dog Duvet Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I introduced everyone to Charlie Be Good, and gave away some adorable designer bow ties!

Oscars 2014 // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some photos from the National Pet Expo as well as the fun I had watching the Oscars with host Ellen this year – and can you believe it, more snow photos!

ammo playing baseball

I shared a Throwback Thursday video of how I can totally entertain myself when there isn’t anyone there to play fetch with me!

Mattie & Margot Ombre Dog Collar Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I modeled my new Mattie & Margot Ombre Collar and even gave a few away!

Spring Doxie Fest 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund performs

I shared that I will be performing at the Spring Doxie Fest this April, and also posted a video of my latest trick!

Pennsylvania Roadtrip with Ammo the Dachshund

I went on a fun road trip in my home state of Pennsylvania where I did a little hiking, shopping, and exploring!

dachshunds and ponies

I shared a Throwback Thursday video of why I enjoy when my ponies start to shed their winter coats!

Dogtails Shampoo Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I took a bath with some Dogtails Shampoo and gave away a bottle too!

Travel Bed that's Safe for your dog in the Car // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared the new pet seat that I got for the car…..did you know it’s even heated!

Working like a dog // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some pictures of me working extra hard at the shop.

ammo the dachshund muddy

I shared my love of the springtime mud in a great Throwback Thursday video.

Nutrisource Soft Lamb Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund // Chewy.com

I shared some Nutrisource Lamb treats with a bear friend, and even gave away some great products from Chewy.com.

March Breakfast Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund $5 off with code AMMO5

I had a lovely breakfast thanks to my friends at Barkbox.

New in the Shop! Graphic Dachshund Prints! via Ammo the Dachshund // Flying Hero

I shared my newest addition to my online shop, these cute dachshund graphic prints drawn by my mom – that come in a variety of colors and patterns.

Ammo's first Airplane Ride 2012

I shared a Throwback Thursday video of my very first airplane ride.

PawCheck At-Home Pet Wellness Kit Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I tested out a PawCheck at-home wellness kit, and you can still enter to win one for your pet!

Wow, that was some March! Exciting as it was, I can’t wait to kick off April. Speaking of April, how did you guys enjoy my little April Fools Day Joke? That’s right, the Toshiba Petbook I mentioned at the beginning of this post was a clever little April Fools Day joke thought up by the funny folks at Toshiba. I thought it was just too hilarious not to share (although I secretly did wish it was real). If you click on an of the “learn more” buttons at the bottom of their page you can see their little ruse!

Happy April Fools Day! Did I fool you?Ammo the Dachshund