Simple Pleasures

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Ammo

While I share pretty much everything on this blog, there are also plenty of things in my life’s adventures that don’t make it into a blog post. Not because I don’t want to share, and not because they aren’t “share-worthy”, but because there just aren’t enough hours in the day to share every image mom and dad snap of me. But since life is all about those simple pleasures, I thought I’d collect a few of them from the past 2 weeks to share with you today! From helping mom frame, to hanging out with my ponies, and even rolling in the stinkiest thing I could find…those simple pleasures are what makes life so fun!

Simple Pleasures with Ammo the Dachshund

What do you think your dog’s simple pleasures are?

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.

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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!

The Night’s Watch

Posted on April 8, 2016 by Ammo

The Night's Watch // Ammo the Dachshund

Being a farm dog means your guard dog duties never end.

The Night's Watch // Ammo the Dachshund

Even as darkness begins to fall Trooper always takes his watch dog post with pride.

The Night's Watch // Ammo the Dachshund

Although the job is always a little more bearable with friends, so I’m always ready to join him for the Night’s Watch.

The Night's Watch // Ammo the Dachshund

“Night gathers, and now my watch begins. It shall not end until my death. I shall take no wife, hold no lands, father no children. I shall wear no crowns and win no glory. I shall live and die at my post. I am the sword in the darkness. I am the watcher on the walls. I am the shield that guards the realms of men. I pledge my life and honor to the Night’s Watch, for this night and all the nights to come.“

The Night's Watch // Ammo the Dachshund

Well, it’s a good thing Trooper and I are already neutered!

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March 2016 Monthly Recap

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Ammo

March is usually the beginning of some of my outdoor adventures, just as things start to warm up and daylight savings hits – making my days brighter! I can’t wait to share with you just what I was up to this past month!

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And now it’s time for my March adventures…

I Wonder Where You Came From // Ammo the Dachshund Reviews The Honest Kitchen Wonders Pet Treats

I kicked off March by sharing some of my new Wonders treats with all my friends.

A Humane Bark Solution for Dogs + A Giveaway

I shared a video of some of the things that I like to bark at.

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

I shared another installment of the places that I like to sleep.

Working Smarter // Smart Dachshund helps out at work

I picked up a new skill at work to help us work smarter.

Iota GPS Pet Tracker with No Monthly Fees + A Giveaway

I took my new Iota GPS tracker for a spin.

5 Signs Spring is Coming with Ammo the Dachshund

I shared the 5 signs that tells me Spring is coming.

How to get your dog to eat Vegetables // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared how my mom gets me to eat my vegetables.

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

I put my new coat from Pepper Petwear to the farm dog test (and it survived).

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

I went on my first Spring Adventures.

Easter Treats + A Giveaway with Martha Stewart Pets

I tried to take the Easter Bunny’s job & gave away a basket full of goodies from Martha Stewart Pets (and you can still ENTER TO WIN!)

Affordable Pet Portraits + A Giveaway from Paint Your Life

I tried to pick a new frame for my painting from Paint Your Life (and you can still ENTER MY GIVEAWAY to win one).

Easter Egg Hunts & Ham with Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my Easter Basket with my best friend and recapped all my Easter Sunday adventures.

And that brings us to April! Top of my list is to get my vegetable garden started….I can’t wait for all those fresh veggies! What sort of adventures did you go on in March?

First Spring Adventures

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Ammo

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

Over the weekend Spring arrived. Although it didn’t really feel like it (hence my bundled up self on the farm in the picture above). While my first Spring adventures didn’t involve weekend hiking trips, camping, or travels, I still got to spend time with my family – which is really all the adventure I need!

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

From good morning kisses with my best friend Trooper on the farm…

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

(even when he maybe found them a bit embarrassing in front of the ponies!)

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

….to waiting for mom to finish painting my basement playroom….

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

…and even napping on the couch after farm chores…

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

…the best part of every adventure is getting to share it with the ones I love!

I’m looking forward to many more “adventures” this year. How about you?

5 Signs of Spring

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Ammo

Penn + Pooch Spring Pet Clothing Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Today I wanted to let you know that you don’t have to worry anymore, Spring is just around the corner. Before you know it you’ll be laying in your backyard rolling in the green grass with your tank top on!

Don’t believe me? Here’s my tell tale signs that Spring is coming…

Ammo’s 5 Signs of Spring

Daylight Savings really messes with your time clock when you need to wake up to feed your ponies in the morning! (more sleep please!)

5 Signs Spring is Coming with Ammo the Dachshund

2. Your ponies start shedding like crazy (enough to make a new pony!)

A video posted by Ammo The Dachshund (@ammothedachshund) on Mar 15, 2016 at 1:39pm PDT

3. Your Cub Scout troop starts planning their next outdoor adventure.

5 Signs Spring is Coming with Ammo the Dachshund

4. The ground is the perfect softness for digging a nice big hole!

A video posted by Ammo The Dachshund (@ammothedachshund) on Mar 15, 2016 at 12:35pm PDT

5. You find yourself getting a bath after digging said hole.

5 Signs Spring is Coming with Ammo the Dachshund

See, I told you Spring was coming! Before you know it all my groundhog friends will be back on the farm again too. Yippee!

Farm Lookouts

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Ammo

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!

January 2016 Monthly Recap

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Ammo

Well, I officially made it through the first month in 2016! Yay! I always enjoy looking back over the fun times I get to have, and January was no exception.

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And now it’s time for my January adventures…

Happy New Year // Ammo the Dachshund

I kicked things off in 2016 by looking at my year ahead, and making a little modification to my blogging schedule.

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

I recapped the wonderful Christmas I had with my family.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

I shared my adventures shopping in Charleston, and even went in my very first grocery store!

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 10 with Ammo the Dachshund

I got my sleep on with the continuation of my sleeping series.

National Hat Day with Ammo the Dachshund

I celebrated National Hat Day with some pretty cool hats my mom made.

Ammo the Dachshund Reviews the Kibble Drop from Chewy.com

I tested out a new toy for smart dogs.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Skim Boarding Dogs

I shared my adventures skim boarding on Folly Beach.

Impending Doom - Ammo prepares for the snowstorm

I got ready for impending doom as winter storm Jonas approached my area.

Naught Dog Caught on Camera with Vimtag + A Giveaway

I got caught on camera doing some naughty things! (which P.S. this blog post still has some time left for you to enter my super fun giveaway!)

Winter Storm Jonas & A Dog's Fun Snowday