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Birthday Week: Ammo’s B-Day Wish List

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So since today kicks off my Birthday Week Celebration for my 7th Birthday I decided to get things rolling with a Birthday Wish List!

We all know that the best part of a Birthday is the presents!! (*please note while this is not a sponsored post, links marked with an asterisk contain affiliate links)

Ammo’s 7th Birthday Wish List

Birthday Week: Ammo's 7th Birthday Wish List

  1. Emerson Hoodie from Penn + Pooch
  2. Dog Bandana from Wildebeest
  3. Dental Dog Chew Toy from Benebone*
  4. Jacket from Wildebeest
  5. Personalized Dog Bed from Naps Design

 

Birthday Week: Happy 7th Birthday to Ammo

Since inviting all of you to join in on my week long celebration just wouldn’t be right without handing out some goodie bags I’ve decided to share with you all a HUGE coupon towards purchases in my online shop this week.

Seriously this is my BIGGEST SALE YET! So all week long you can use code AMMOIS7 for 40% OFF purchases of $10 or more from my Flying Hero Etsy Shop. (sale ends 10/10/15)

Birthday Week: Sale in Flying Hero Etsy Shop

Check out all these fun goodies and more in my Etsy Shop.Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

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P.S. Make sure you stop by tomorrow where I announce an awesome Birthday Week Giveaway that you’re going to LOVE!

 

 

Birthday Week: Ammo Turns 7!

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Today is a very special day, today is the one day a year where I become just 1 year older. Today is my 7th Birthday!

Birthday Week: Happy 7th Birthday to Ammo

Now having just one day a year to celebrate your birth is just so sad, so just like every year since I turned one I’m going to celebrate my Birthday ALL WEEK LONG.

Birthday Week: Happy 7th Birthday to Ammo

So grab your party hats friends, and welcome to Birthday Week! Make sure you check back on my blog (or better yet sign up for e-mail notifications to be notified when a new post is live) everyday this week – sometimes even twice a day. I’ve got giveaways, diy projects, and maybe even some adorable puppy pictures to share! It’s going to be so much fun!

Incase you missed my previous years’ festivities, be sure to check out all my Birthday Week Celebrations. Any other October Birthdays out there? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

The Happiest Place on Earth

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If you’re having a bad day, or you need a reason to smile, then you are in luck, because I’m going to share with you the happiest place on Earth! You can’t help but smile when you find out where I recently took a trip to.

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

See where I live in Chester County, Pennsylvania we have rolling farmland practically right out my backdoor. But it’s still not everyday that I get to see this type of crop pop up seemingly overnight….

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

So on a warm sunny afternoon I took a trip out to a very special place with my family, a place where you can’t help but smile.

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

Sunflower fields!

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

I got to meet the wonderful family that plants these fields every 4 years (which means I’ll have to wait until 2019 to see them again!), and happily welcomed visitors to their property so that everyone could enjoy the beautiful view. I even learned that they have two dachshunds too!

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

There were lots of people visiting the Sunflower Fields, and just like everyone else I couldn’t wait to get a picture among the beautiful flowers (while being respectful to the crops of course).

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

Even my mom and dad got in on the action, and then we broke out the selfie stick…

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

I think my selfie smile might need a little more work. 🙂

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

I learned that these sunflowers will soon be making their way into bird seed, so that the happiness will continue!

I’m already counting down the days until fall 2019 when I can visit the sunflowers again! What’s your happiest place to visit with your dog? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6

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There is never enough hours in the day, especially when you’re sleeping for 80% of the time! Here’s where I’ve been napping this past month…

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

Kinda makes you want to take a nap right now doesn’t it?

Check out where else I’ve been sleeping in my “Oh the Places You Sleep” series!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Farm Dog Duties

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Farm life isn’t always fun and games, sometimes there are important chores to be done.

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

When a big delivery of hay from our farmer friends showed up at the barn, I knew Trooper and I would have a busy afternoon helping to unload it.

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

So it was up to the hay loft to prepare for some heavy lifting!

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

The farmer’s kids tagged along on the adventure, and Trooper and I thought they smelled like dirt, candy, and a hint of worms. You know, all the stuff little boys normally smell like.

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

With the hay elevator hooked up, it was time to get stacking.

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

Only Trooper and I realized that stacking hay was better left to the humans, you know, because of the paws and all.

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

That’s ok though, because Trooper and I found other ways to be useful and we promptly broke out into a wrestling match to entertain the farmer’s boys.

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

After the hay was stacked in place in the loft Trooper and I set out to inspect every last bale. We’re very paw-ticular about what our special ponies are eating. So we go in search of anything that shouldn’t be in there, sometimes we even find smooshed snakes or other rodents!

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

This time everything checked out a-okay though, aside from us picking up a few cobwebs along the way.

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

That’s ok though, the cobwebs are part of our patented “farm dog” smell. The verdict is still out on which scent is better…..little boy, or farm dog. (but it’s pretty safe to say that anything stinky is the BEST SCENT EVER).Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Does your dog like to help with dirty tasks too?

Labor Day Weekend Update

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After spending nearly 2 months stuck at home helping mom and dad work on my new kitchen (which I promise I will share the finished project just as soon as the finishing touches are done), I was ready for some excitement. So mom and dad decided we needed a break over labor day weekend. Now most people would probably consider a break parking themselves on the couch all weekend, or soaking in some sun on the beach (which does sound nice), but instead, we do things a little wild around here.

I packed in as much excitement as I could over my 3-day weekend. From meeting the Budweiser Clydesdales in downtown West Chester (and their cool dalmatian sidekick Barley), antique shopping, dining out, stacking hay at the farm, hiking with my pal Shilah the Husky, and soaking in the last rays of summer – I did ALL THE THINGS!

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

Too bad every weekend is not a 3-day weekend! And also, can you believe that my mom baked cookies and I couldn’t even have any. Seriously? We’re gonna have a talk about that later.

What sort of activities did you pack in over labor day weekend?Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

A Dog’s First Day of School

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Rumor has it the first day of school is just around the corner.

Ammo the Dachshund gets ready for the First Day of School

Since I’ve never been to school (well technically I did visit a couple of elementary schools, one time my pony came too!), I wanted to see what all the fuss was about.

Ammo the Dachshund gets ready for the First Day of School

So I put on my bestest school outfit and my reading glasses. Packed my lunch and filled my backpack with all my important school supplies (like cookies and toys).

Ammo the Dachshund gets ready for the First Day of School

Since I’ve never ridden the school bus before (aside from that time I went to the goat races, oh yea and the Fair Hill International Event), I decided to park myself outside my house and wait for it to come pick me up for my very first day.

Ammo the Dachshund gets ready for the First Day of School

All that waiting for the school bus was starting to make me hungry, and my lunch was starting to look pretty darn good.

Ammo the Dachshund gets ready for the First Day of School

And you know what, waiting for the school bus isn’t all that interesting. In fact, it’s kinda boring.

After I waited for about an hour, mom reminded me that school didn’t actually start until NEXT WEEK, and I still had an entire weekend of SUMMER BREAK!

Officially Summer // Ammo the Dachshund

Thank goodness!!! Because Summer was starting to sound a lot more fun than going to school anyway.

Ammo the Dachshund gets ready for the First Day of School

And it’s a good thing school wasn’t starting yet anyway, because I wouldn’t have had any lunch left!

HAPPY ALMOST FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL EVERYONE! Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

5 Tips for Taking Better Pictures of Your Dog

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It’s no secret that I love having my photo taken. It’s been years and years of practice to get these super model moves down pat!

Ammo the Dachshund Studio Photos

And while I’m pretty much a pro infront of the lens, I do have a mom who’s got a few tricks up her sleeve when it comes to capturing adorable shots of yours truly. So I thought it would be fun to pick her brain, and share some tips on how you can capture some great pictures like these of your own pets!

Photographer's Muse // Ammo the Dachshund

5 Tips for Taking Better Pictures of Your Dog:

1. Have Amazing Treats

Ammo the Dachshund - Pony Cookie - Howl Naturale

Until you find that amazing treat (or meat) that makes your dog do back flips, you’re not going to get them to be interested in your photo session. Good treats go a long way, and if your dog is willing to do anything to get them, then you might just get that shot you were looking for.

2. Get Down Low

Winter on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

Dogs aren’t that big (well unless maybe you have a great dane), so getting yourself on the floor and down to the dog’s level is going to give you a better picture every time.

3. Practice “Waiting”

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Teaching your dog commands such as “wait” (my term for stay put and don’t move) is only going to help you get that amazing picture. Using positive reinforcement and some yummy treats practice asking your dog to hold still for pictures.

4. Let Your Dog Be a Dog

Barkbox Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

As fun as some of the posed shots are, it’s even more fun for your dog just to play and be themselves. Some of the best shots come from letting your dog do their own thing and being there to capture the moment (or the mess).

5. Prop Up Your Pet

Purple Possum Dachshund Scarf Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Have a squirmy dog that won’t sit still? Prop them up on something high (and safe) so they don’t have room to roam. This will keep you from chasing your dog all over trying to snag a photo.

A Day at the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund

And there you have it, 5 tips to grabbing shots of your pet like a pro! Above all else, make picture time fun for your dog and I’m sure you’ll get that photograph! There’s many more where that came from, if you liked my mom’s tips for photographing pets let me know in the comments below and perhaps I’ll share some more soon!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

P.S. if you’re wondering what camera gear my mom uses to photograph me, be sure to check out my gear page!

Friday Fetch: Camp Cloon Canine Equipment

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Camp Cloon Canine Equipment totally won me over recently with their awesomely fun and stylish gear for adventurous dogs! Um that’s me! This New Zealand based company ships their products worldwide so all adventurers can enjoy their goods. And after checking out their shop, I totally want to be BFF’s with their super model dog, Clooney the Cavoodle!

Friday Fetch: Camp Cloon Adventure Dog Gear from Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Camp Cloon Adventure Dog Gear from Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Camp Cloon Adventure Dog Gear from Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Camp Cloon Adventure Dog Gear from Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Camp Cloon Adventure Dog Gear from Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Camp Cloon Adventure Dog Gear from Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Camp Cloon Adventure Dog Gear from Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch these fun goodies and more from Camp Cloon.Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Disclaimer: this is not a sponsored post, nor do I own any of these products. Just simply wanted to share the latest thing I’m digging!

P.S. Thanks to one of my favorite blogs, Dog Milk for the awesome find!

Throwback Thursday: Diva Behind the Lens

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It’s been a little while since I’ve done a Throwback Thursday post, so today I thought I’d share a little peek behind the lens from way back in 2012.

dapper dachshund ammo

While it’s very true, I know how to take a dashing photo, I also sometimes like to be a little demanding behind the lens.

As in “give me more cookies now”. Supermodels are allowed to be demanding though right?

dapper dachshund ammo

Well, I guess when you look this cute you can be! *wink* Happy #tbt!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity