Always Be Prepared

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Ammo

Always Be Prepared

Sometimes on shopping trips I start to get that feeling when my feet start dragging, I want to lay down and take a nap, and I just can’t shop ANYMORE.

Always Be Prepared

My little sister gets that feeling too, but she knows exactly what to do to make sure we all can keep going!

Always Be Prepared

Snacks! And since our mom is always prepared with goodies to eat, we never have to worry about the dreaded shopping sleepies.

Always Be Prepared

So while my sister snacked away and warded off those shopping sleepies I started to wonder if I was going to get my little pick-me-up.

Always Be Prepared

I mean just look how happy she looks snacking on her favorite crackers*.

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Always Be Prepared

Sigh. It was looking like I’d have to make it through this trip to Lowes without a snack.

Always Be Prepared

But then, as luck would have it, a tiny little hand appeared over the edge of the shopping cart.

Always Be Prepared

I should have known, Baby P would NEVER let her best buddy go hungry.

Always Be Prepared

Crisis averted. Goodbye shopping sleepies, hello crackers! I’m ready to go another 5 hours (ok well maybe just another 30 minutes).

Do you get the shopping sleepies when you’ve been shopping for too long?

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?

Sound Proof

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Ammo

Sound Proof - Ammo the Dachshund is a Seasoned DIY Dog

Trips to my local hardware store are a pretty common occurrence for me. I’ve come to look forward to perusing the isles for all the special DIY materials mom and dad are looking for for their next big project.

Sound Proof - Ammo the Dachshund is a Seasoned DIY Dog

The employees always seem surprised with how well behaved I am and how unfazed I am with all the loud noises going on in the lumber department.

A video posted by Ammo The Dachshund (@ammothedachshund) on Jun 18, 2016 at 8:22am PDT

I just smile and nod, because I’m pretty much sound proof at this point thanks to all the DIY projects mom and dad take on!

Is your dog completely unfazed by loud noises like me?

Practicing in Public

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Ammo

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

It’s that time of year when it seems I find myself visiting the hardware store almost every weekend. Mom and Dad are always coming up with projects that need to be done around the house in the Spring. Mom says it’s the perfect place for me to tag along and practice all my “behaving in public” skills, as I inevitably get a little rusty over the winter.

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

I beg to differ on the “rusty” part, I mean just look how good my sit/stay is!

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

I’ve also got the healing next to the shopping cart down too!

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

And my self control (even when I smell critters in the garden center) is pretty good too (well most of the time!).

A video posted by Ammo The Dachshund (@ammothedachshund) on Apr 16, 2016 at 11:03am PDT

But the very hardest part for me……trying to keep up with Dad in the hardware store! #ShortLegProblems

Does your dog go on public outings with you?

Big Pet Friendly Kitchen Remodel Reveal

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Ammo

Now you may recall that way back in July of last year I embarked on a big endeavor to help my mom and dad redo our family kitchen. You see, it wasn’t very pretty to look at from the start…

Pet Friendly Kitchen Renovation via Ammo the Dachshund

Closed off and cramped, there wasn’t much room for activities in there, so starting in July my family decided to change all that!

Over months of hard work I helped dad work on demo, electrical, plumbing, painting, and drywall, and I even helped to install the brand-new cabinets.

Pet Friendly Kitchen Renovation via Ammo the Dachshund

Weekend Kitchen Renovation Update with Ammo the Dachshund

So while I can’t say the kitchen is 100% complete (is a DIY project ever complete?) as we still have a tile back splash to install, and a few last items to hang on the walls…..it’s done enough that I couldn’t wait to share the finished details with you (oh 8 months later!). So without further ado, here’s my brand- new kitchen!

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

Of course no kitchen would be complete without an ENTIRE CLOSET filled with all your dog’s gear (I’m pretty sure we all know who rules this household!)

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

So what do you think? Did my dad not do a super job building my brand-new kitchen? With the exception to the cabinets, countertops & new wood flooring everything was DIY’d, and I’m pretty sure with all the trips to Lowes I made over the past few months that I’m basically an expert in construction now!

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Now I’ve got to hit the hardware store and pick out some tile for that backsplash! The work of a DIY Dachshund is never done!

What’s your favorite part about my new kitchen?

When Your Dog Helps With Gardening

Posted on May 14, 2015 by Ammo

I have a secret to tell you about my parents. Something that not everyone knows……they have GREEN THUMBS!

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

And apparently not the good kind of green thumbs…because they’re experts at growing weeds! Yes, it’s true. My landscaping at home was looking a little sad. But don’t worry, this year I whipped my parents into shape and helped them add a little curb appeal to our home.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

It was no easy task though, and took a lot of effort on my part – including trips to Lowes.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Many, many trips to Lowes!

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

And trips to Terrain for inspiration.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

Trips to the garden center for plants.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

And then the hard work really began. In case you’re wondering, yes I did actually work…

But after all that hard work, my yard was looking a bit more presentable.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

So presentable in fact that I’m sure all the neighbor dogs are just lined up waiting to “mark it”.

Gardening with Ammo the Dachshund

I’ve got my eye on you neighbor dogs! I’ve got my E..Y..E.. on you.

Does your dog help with the gardening too?

End of Summer Adventures

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Ammo

Summer is quickly coming to an end (how sad), and although there is lots to look forward to in the fall I’m still going to miss all the summertime fun. So I’ve been packing in as much excitement as I can!

End of Summer Adventures // Ammo the Dachshund

I’ve been spending time with my favorite pony, Minnow, while he munches on the last bits of summer grass.

End of Summer Adventures // Ammo the Dachshund

That Minnow is always trying to hog the camera with his cheesy smiles!

End of Summer Adventures // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m also squeezing in trips to the hardware store – to help mom and dad finish up all our summer projects around the house.

I’m also taking as many trips to the lake with mom and dad that I can. Pretty soon it’ll be much to chilly on the water for me!

End of Summer Adventures // Ammo the Dachshund

Mostly I’m just enjoying the warmth…..all before I have to break out my cool weather wardrobe!

What are you going to miss about the summer once it’s gone?

July 2014 Monthly Recap

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Ammo

Before we get to the recap of all the exciting adventures I’ve been on in July, 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 July Adventures….

When Toads Attack // Ammo the Dachshund

Things got exciting real fast when I got attacked by a Killer Toad!

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

I shared the fun adventures I had with my pal Shilah camping in the Pocono Mountains.

Hiking Glen Onoko Falls with Ammo the Dachshund

Shilah and I went hiking in Glen Onoko Falls.

Happy 4th of July // Ammo the Dachshund

I celebrated the 4th of July.

Ruffwear Roamer Leash Review & Giveaway

Shilah and I tested out my new favorite hiking leash, the Ruffwear Roamer Leash.

Super Mom-Mom's 90th Birthday // Ammo the Dachshund

I celebrated my Super Mom-Mom’s 90th Birthday!

New York of Bust // Ammo the Dachshund

I headed to New York with my ponies to go camping.

Blanket Dog Bed Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I tried to fend off the barn cats from stealing my new Blanket Dog Bed.

Planet Dog Glow For Good Ball // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my favorite indoor/outdoor dog toys.

Swimming Dogs and Ponies at the Lake // Ammo the Dachshund

I went swimming at the lake with my favorite pony Minnow.

Scrub-A-Dub-Dub, Weenie in a Tub // Ammo the Dachshund

I had a date with the bathtub!

DoggieLawn Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I tested out an indoor dog potty!

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

I went shopping for home improvement.

Easy DIY Spray Painted Dog Art // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some easy DIY Dog Art.

Summer at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

I performed some water rescues at the pool.

The Eclectic Hound Martingale Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I tested out some fun martingale dog collars.

Afternoon Nap // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared what startled me at nap time.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

I told everyone why I love being a kid magnet!

Watch This // Training Horses Through Mimicking // Ammo the Dachshund

I helped train my ponies.

Wow! It’s amazing all the exciting stuff I seem to pack in each month. I still have lots to fit in before the summer is over though!

What sort of adventures did your pup go on in July?

Kid Magnet

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Ammo

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

One of the things that I love about the summer is being able to dine at restaurants with my mom and dad. Occasionally on the weekends we make sunday morning breakfasts (which accommodate outdoor seating that is dog friendly) a priority.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

This particular weekend I decided to hit up the Green Street Grill for some yummy breakfast.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

As soon as I parked myself at the dining table I began to draw attention from the other diners, in particular those that were under 3 feet tall.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

If you didn’t know already, I’m a total kid magnet!

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

Maybe it’s because I’m the perfect kid-friendly size, but where-ever I go those tiny little hands are bound to find their way onto my fur.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

And I’m totally ok with being a kid magnet, because when I’m stuck eyeballing mom’s breakfast (that I seem to never get a bite of)…..

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

….I know there will always be a kid nearby that has their breakfast all over their face and hands that totally won’t mind if I sneak a lick!

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

Afterwards, when I thought my breakfast outing was over, we headed out to the home improvement store to do some shopping.

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

Little did I know that my breakfast wasn’t quite over yet, because I got to meet this little girl with delicious left-over food all over her face!

Kid Magnet // Ammo the Dachshund

Being a kid magnet is exhausting, but I wouldn’t change it for anything, because someone out there has to rid the world of sticky kid hands and faces!

Adventures in Home Improvement

Posted on July 22, 2014 by Ammo

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

Over the weekend I took a trip with my family to my favorite dog friendly home improvement store.

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

As with many trips to the home improvement store, I wouldn’t exactly call it thrilling.

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

Shopping for all the things necessary for a future kitchen remodel at my house is enough to bore a dog to sleep (as if my big yawn wasn’t clue enough).

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

Eventually I convinced mom and dad that if they let me out of the cart our trip would be much easier – since I’m great at sniffing out deals!

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

Little did I know that once out of the cart mom would make me practice my sit/stays and healing. I guess a working dog’s work is never done!

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

Eventually we made our way over to the kitchen appliances and I was ecstatic to see that the new trend in fridges were easy to reach and easy to open – perfect for little dogs with short little legs!

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

Despite my desperate pleas that we must upgrade our fridge to one of these, mom and dad said I have to save a lot more pennies before we can afford to buy one of them. Darn! Just when I had figured out where I plan to store all my hot dogs. At least a dog can dream.

Adventures in Home Improvement // Ammo the Dachshund

What we did come home with was a new dishwasher (on account of mine has been leaking all over the floor….and mom and dad got tired of chasing me around the house after the towels that were supposed to be keeping the floor dry….hehe).

Although honestly I don’t see the point, considering I’m the absolute best dishwasher they are ever going to find!

Does your dog think he’s an expert dishwasher too?