April 2013 Monthly Recap and Sponsor Shoutout

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Ammo

Now that it’s May I thought it would be fun to take a look back at some of the adventures I had in April! Boy did I have a grand time – so incase you missed it, here’s a look back at some of the highlights from last month!

Happy Easter // Ammo the Dachshund

I had a blast visiting with my family on Easter. Easter Recap

Cafe Press Custom Items - A Review // Ammo the Dachshund

I updated my Super Hero Outfit with the help of Cafe Press. Outfitting A Super Hero with Cafepress

Hoola Hooping Good Time // Ammo the Dachshund

I made some designer hula hoops for my upcoming performance. Hula Hooping Good Time

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

I got my vegetable garden ready for spring. Gardening with Ammo

Ammo the Dachshund // Let's Get Tricky // Teach Your Dog to High-Five

I celebrated National High-Five Day. Happy National High-Five Day

Spring Doxie Fest 2013 // Ammo the Dachshund performs

I recapped my trip to the Spring Doxie Fest. Spring Doxie Fest Recap

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

I made a chalkboard dog bowl for less than $5. DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl – Under $5

DIY 2x2 Dog Agility Weave Poles // Ammo the Dachshund

I made my very own set of DIY 2×2 Dog Agility Weave Poles. DIY: Build Your own 2×2 Dog Agility Weave Poles

These Paws were Made for Digging // Ammo the Dachshund

I had fun digging on the farm. These Paws were Made for Digging

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Smarter than the average Cat

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Ammo

Ok I admit, I’ve been kinda busy scouting my groundhog holes on the farm (now that Spring has sprung and the critters are out to play) and not enough time attending to my girlfriend, Cricket the farmcat.

Hunting Groundhogs on the Farm 2012 // Ammo the Dachshund

So when I spotted Cricket’s attempt at giving herself a brush with one of the ponies’ brushes, I kinda felt bad.

Cricket the Farmcat // Ammo the Dachshund

Even though I felt a tad guilty, you can’t argue that she’s pretty inventive!

Just another reason why I’m proud to call Cricket my girlfriend!

Lazy Farm Days

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Ammo

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

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

Farm Duty

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Ammo

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

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!

Missing the Farm

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Ammo

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

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!

Minnow goes to New Bolton

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Ammo

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.

Snowday with the Ponies

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Ammo

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

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!

My New Yellow Glowdoggie Collar

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This review is brought to you by Glowdoggie.

My pals over at Glowdoggie (Hi Leila and Harriet!) recently sent me a new ~~lightsaber~~ led glow collar to take for a whirl.

Glowdoggie LED Glow Collar for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m no stranger to the super awesome LED collars that Glowdoggie sells, in fact I currently own the red, blue, and green mini collars. So I was really excited to test out their new Yellow Mini Collar.

Glowdoggie LED Glow Collar for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

I use my Glowdoggie collars ALL THE TIME, especially on the farm. I also wear one every time I go out in my backyard at night or for a walk in the evening.

Glowdoggie LED Glow Collar for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom says they keep me safe and make it easier for her to know exactly where I am. I admit I like to wander a bit when I’m at the farm.

Glowdoggie LED Glow Collar for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

These collars are super bright (the photos don’t do it justice) and I’m so glad to have a product that makes it so mom feels safe enough to let me explore the farm on my own in the dark.

Here are some great features about this product:

100% waterproof, not just water-resistant (I’ve worn mine in the water, through the mud, and down groundhog holes with no problems)
2 year warranty, but they last considerably longer (I’ve had some of mine for 3+ years and they are still going strong)
K-9 Search & Rescue tested and approved
Extremely robust, durable construction
Superflux-LEDs with over 150,000 hours shine-life
Superior visibility at night or in low-light situations (I’m visible all night long on the farm)
Intelligent battery-management technology for long battery life (Mom changes the batteries on mine about once a year!)
Automatically turns on&off thanks to patented motion sensor chip (by simply holding the collar upside down the light will turn off, I store mine on the doorknob by the backdoor for easy use)
Perfect for North America’s often extreme weather conditions

I can’t say enough good things about Glowdoggie, it really is one of those products I just can’t live without!

You can fetch your own Glowdoggie Collar HERE. And make sure you check out my other posts about Glowdoggie HERE.

Disclosure: I received a glowdoggie collar in exchange for a review, but all opinions are my own!

Farmyard Fun with a Dog in the Fog

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Ammo

This is totally going to be the name of my children’s book someday, “Farmyard Fun with a Dog in the Fog”. It sounds like something straight out of a Dr. Suess book.