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March 2014 Monthly Recap

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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

Dude Night with Barkbox

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Disclaimer: This product review is sponsored by Barkbox.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Last week my monthly Barkbox subscription arrived. It’s always exciting to peek inside that little cardboard box each month to see what special goodies have arrived.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Each month Barkbox sends some dog-gone great products featured around a certain theme, this month the theme was date night. Inside my box was a Sushi Pups toy, a Loopies cigar toy, Complete Natural Nutrition Cheese popcorn (which was safe for human consumption too), an Etta Says chew, and Max & Ruffy’s blueberry treats.

After I checked out what was in the box I realized Barkbox had it all wrong…..it wasn’t a date night box…..it was a dude’s night box!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

So I invited all my dudes over to partake in my Barkbox fun. Ok well technically Cricket the cat isn’t a dude, but she’s so cool she’s practically one of the guys.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow the pony and I wasted no time in digging into our Barkbox goodies.

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Minnow went after the Loopies cigar, while I zeroed in on the Etta Says chew!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

Just a couple of dudes chewing on things!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

While Minnow enjoyed playing with my cigar toy, I’m sure he was wondering when they are going to come out with a Ponybox, because dog cookies weren’t exactly the treat he was hoping for. That’s ok, there’s more for me!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

My Dudes Night with Barkbox was a total success! I even had to check to make sure Cricket wasn’t taking home seconds!

Date Night with Barkbox // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own BarkBox starting at $19 a month. Save $5 on your BarkBox subscription if you use code AMMO5! Ammo the Dachshund

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

 

Fair Hill International goes to the Dogs

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Over the weekend I took my very first trip to the Fair Hill International Event, one of the most prestigious international three day events in the world, this is the ultimate test of a horse and rider. Through tests in dressage, endurance, and stadium jumping the horse and rider teams work together to show that they can compete in the most demanding and highest levels of equestrian sports.

But before I could attend the event, I had to go on my very first school bus ride!

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper tagged along with me on this adventure, and we were both pretty excited about taking the bus to the event grounds from the parking lot.

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

I can only imagine how exciting it must be to take the bus everyday to school! Those lucky kids! I even sang the wheels on the bus during the ride just to make it even more fun.

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

Once in the park I quickly made my way to the arena, because the real reason I came to the Fair Hill International was to cheer on my friends from the Chincoteague Pony Drill Team!

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

Made up entirely of Chincoteague Ponies (and the only one in the world), the drill team performs at events to choreographed music. It was great to see my friends again, as I had not seen them since I went to Chincoteague a few years ago so that my pony friends could frolic on the beach.

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

After I said goodbye to my friends I was ready to check out the other events at the Fair Hill International. (Above is me pictured with Misty’s Icicle, the only cremello colored pony in the Misty family line of ponies)

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

Of course my number one mission was to RIDE A PONY! But since most of them were busy competing I settled for this cardboard cutout of one instead.

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

And here’s what I would look like if I was a world class eventer like the riders that were competing at Fair Hill! Dashing right?

Next up I hit up the Dog Agility area, where they very nicely let me try a practice course – which was the first time I tried a course outside of my weekly classes at the Dog Training Center. I was a little distracted by all the smells on the course (and the fact that some of the obstacles seemed a bit different than what I was used to), but I did complete all the obstacles!

You may have heard my pal Trooper crying in the background of the video – he was utterly convinced that the course was going to eat me up if he wasn’t out there to protect me – or better yet, herd me around the scary obstacles. Oh Trooper, such a silly boy.

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

Next I headed over to watch some of the show jumping on the hill with the other dogs. You might not be able to tell from this photo, but almost every person came to the event with a dog. Great Danes, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Greyhounds, Jack Russells, Labradors, and I even spotted a few Dachshunds among them.

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

Watching the show jumping was quite spectacular as the horses soared through the air, but I have to admit, the Fair Hill International really wore me out!

Fair Hill International with Ammo the Dachshund

I’m already counting down the days until next years event though!

Make sure you check out some more photos and video of the Chincoteague Pony Drill Team at the Painting Pony Blog.Ammo the Dachshund

2014 Ammo the Dachshund Calendar

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You may have already heard, but it’s official, my 2014 wall calendar has hit the shelves!

Ammo's 2014 Wall Calendar // Flying Hero Etsy Shop

Packed with lots of photos from my adventures this past year, it’s sure to put a smile on your face each new month.

Ammo's 2014 Wall Calendar // Flying Hero Etsy Shop

The perfect size to hang above your desk, next to your kitchen sink, or on the wall next to your bed – it even includes a bulldog clip for easy hanging.

Ammo's 2014 Wall Calendar // Flying Hero Etsy Shop

So tell your friends, tell your mom, tell everyone you know! You can purchase one of my 2014 Calendars in my Etsy Shop! Soon I will be coming out with some Holiday cards and several new products as well, so stay tuned. And if you need even more smiles every month, make sure you check out the Painting Ponies’ 2014 Calendar too!

Ammo the Dachshund

When Dogs run Horse Shows

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On the Obstacle Course // Ammo the Dachshund

Over the weekend I found myself on an obstacle course at the family farm. Designed to test the horseback riders’ ability to navigate a scary and complex course, I was excited to see how what kind of reaction my obstacles would produce.

On the Obstacle Course // Ammo the Dachshund

On the Obstacle Course // Ammo the Dachshund

When it became clear that not much seemed to worry these horse and rider pairs, I tried to up the anti by enlisting the help of a few groundhogs I know. Unfortunately they weren’t home at the time.

On the Obstacle Course // Ammo the Dachshund

On the Obstacle Course // Ammo the Dachshund

With the competition fierce I employed one last tactic…..creating an obstacle of my own!

On the Obstacle Course // Ammo the Dachshund

Those ponies never saw it coming! Ammo the Dachshund

July 2013 Monthly Recap

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It’s time to take a look back over the past month at all the exciting things I’ve done! So just incase you missed it, here are some of my highlights from July!

My Personal Puddle // Ammo the Dachshund

I took a dip in my own Personal Puddle!

Adventure Awaits // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared what I do when Adventure Awaits.

4th of July // Independence Day // Ammo the Dachshund

I celebrated the 4th of July.

Fourth of July with Ammo the Dachshund

I recapped all the adventures I had on the Fourth of July.

Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

I spent the day at the pool.

Easy Poop A Scoop Product Review and Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I reviewed and gave away an Easy-Scoop-A-Poop.

At the Rodeo // Team Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

I went to the rodeo to watch my ponies compete.

Product Review: True Chews Premium Jerky from Chewy.com // Ammo the Dachshund

I helped my pal Trooper test out some True Chews premium jerky.

Swim Lessons // Ammo the Dachshund

I took some swim lessons.

Voyagers K9 Apparel for Dogs // Product Review // Ammo the Dachshund

I tested out my new raincoat from Voyagers K9 and gave away a gift certificate to a lucky reader.

Rainy Days at the Lake // Marshcreek // Ammo the Dachshund

I spent a rainy day at the lake with my pal Shilah.

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I tested and gave away some great products at Prime Pet Supply.

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

I welcomed my ponies home from the Chincoteague Pony Penning.

Adventures in Graphic Design // Ammo the Dachshund goes to Work

I got to spend the day at work with dad.

An Average Weekend // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared what an average weekend looks like for me.

 

Boy, I sure did a lot in July! I’m looking forward to many more adventures in August! Ammo the Dachshund

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning

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So, as most of you know my mom left me home last week while she went on a fantastical adventure with two of my favorite ponies, Minnow and Boomerang, to Chincoteague Island for the 88th Annual Pony Penning.

They got to do amazing things like check out the wild pony round-up, swim, and auction – and they even got to perform all week at the Chincoteague Pony Centre.

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

My mom took some amazing pictures, so even though I wasn’t there – her photos make me feel like I was! You can check them all out HERE.

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

But I was most excited to hear about how my ponies did in their big performances, especially Boomerang who did an amazing job on his very FIRST debut – I’m pretty sure everyone was super impressed with the bean bag sitting skills that I taught him.

2013 Chincoteague Pony Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

Even my special pony Minnow did an amazing job painting some beautiful pictures that were auctioned off after each show – with part of the money going to help local animal rescue groups!

The ponies will have their own recap of all their adventures on their blog soon!

And while you may think I just spent my week at home like this:

ammo the dachshund sleeping

I actually had quite a few adventures of my own at home with dad! But those will have to wait for another post!

But you can check out all the fun my ponies had on their facebook page, and soon on their blog. Ammo the Dachshund

My Ponies Head to Chincoteague

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Every year my mom packs up the ponies and heads to Chincoteague Island in Virginia for the Annual Chincoteague Pony Swim and Auction the last week in July. Sadly I’m always left behind for this annual homecoming of sorts, mostly because mom says it’s too hot for me!

painting pony with ammo the dachshund

So while I stay home with dad and watch movies, eat junk food, and stay up way too late, mom and my ponies are performing all week long at the Chincoteague Pony Centre in the hot summer weather. Perhaps I got the better end of this deal?

Ammo the Dachshund Helps Prepare for Pony Penning // Chincoteague Pony Boomerang

Ammo the Dachshund Super Hero and his Super Hero Pony

I’m wishing my ponies the best of luck in their performances, and I just know they’ll make lots of people smile!

boomerang laughing

See you when you return ponies! You better bring me back a souvenir!

Also, check out this article that was in my local paper all about my favorite ponies! Read it HERE. Ammo the Dachshund

I went to the Rodeo

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You might remember that a couple of months ago I visited the Rodeo in Amish Country, well this time I was back to watch my mom and Boomerang compete in it!

At the Rodeo // Team Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

Boomer was competing in a sport called Team Penning, which basically means that three riders have 90 seconds to round up three cows that are the same number (a number is called out by the announcer at the start) and pen them into a small corral at the other end of the arena.

At the Rodeo // Team Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

My buddy Boomer is pretty new to moving cows around, and this was only the third time he’s tried team penning.

At the Rodeo // Team Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

Luckily he had me in the stands to cheer him on, and I think I was good luck because on his very first time out Boomer’s team penned their cows well under the time limit!

At the Rodeo // Team Penning // Ammo the Dachshund

Not to brag, but I pretty much taught him all he knows!

Find out more about my famous pony friends at PaintingPony.com Ammo the Dachshund

Painting with Minnow

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Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

This is Minnow, one of the most talented artists you’ll ever meet, and he’s my bestest pony friend.

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Painting is one of Minnow’s favorite things to do, can’t you tell by that big smile on his face?

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

When Minnow gets ready to paint I’m never far from his side, because every great artist needs an assistant.

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper likes to help too sometimes, but he doesn’t always have the focus to be a great painting assistant.

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

I on the other hand might as well have paint flowing through my veins, and the messier the job the better!

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Painting with Minnow the Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

I did a pretty good job helping Minnow make a mess now didn’t I?

Check out more of the famous paintings by Minnow and his pals at www.PaintingPony.com – also make sure you follow them on Facebook!Ammo the Dachshund