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Voyagers K9 Product Review & Giveaway

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Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is brought to you by Voyagers K9.

Voyagers K9 Apparel is a company that I am already pretty familiar with – having owned two of their custom made coats for several years now. So when I got the chance to test out one of their raincoats, I did a little happy dance (in the rain of course).

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

The unique thing about these coats are that they can be custom made to fit your dog, and not just pure breeds – ANY BREED OF DOG. So I sent in my measurements and pretty soon there was a package waiting at my doorstep with this spiffy new red raincoat that fits me oh-so-perfectly. I mean just look how tailored it fits, which is no easy feat for an oddly shaped dachshund body.

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

Unlike their winter and cold weather coats, this raincoat is light weight with a mesh lining – meaning even though it’s summer I don’t have to worry about getting overheated in it.

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

I love the attached hood as it is the perfect for keeping my little ears dry, but I also have the option to unvelcro the front and fold it over too.

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

The coats from Voyagers K9 Apparel also come with holes to attach a leash to a collar and optional ones to attach to a harness as well.

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

And my final test of my spiffy new raincoat was to see how it faired in the rain – which as luck would have it a storm was rolling in on the farm!

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

I started off slow – testing my new coat inside under the drops of rain that were bouncing into the barn.

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

Each drop beaded up on my coat and kept me perfectly dry underneath, but the true test would be romping in the puddles outside! Check it out for yourself in my instagram videos below:

My new raincoat even kept me dry enough that I wanted to take a potty break outside in the rain – now that’s saying something!

The fact that I didn’t even need a bath afterwards is proof that this is one of the best raincoats out there! And if it’s anything like my winter jackets from Voyagers K9 (which have lasted me for over 3 years now), then you know it will hold up to the rigors of farm life!

So now onto the super awesome news for you!

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

ONE Lucky WINNER will WIN a $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE to VOYAGERS K9!
– so you too can get your own custom coat!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway I will be using, Rafflecopter. We only use the information you provide to contact the winners and we never share it – so not to worry. You’ll also get bonus entries for liking Voyagers K9 on Facebook. You are welcome to leave a comment on this post as well, but comments will not be counted as entries. Winners will be chosen at random and you will be contacted via e-mail to claim your prize. All the winners will also be announced on this blog post once the giveaway ends on 7/27/12 12AM EST. Open to US Residents & International Residents! Good luck!

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Disclosure: I received a raincoat from Voyagers K9 Apparel to review. All opinions are entirely my own. Ammo the Dachshund

Day at the Pool

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Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

One of the great things about the summer is getting to spend the day at my mom mom & pop pop’s pool.

Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

I wouldn’t say that I love to swim or anything, but floating around on a raft in the water is a pretty good time.

Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

I’ve become sort of an expert at patrolling the waters, making sure no one drowns and that everyone plays by the rules. I run a tight ship at my pool!

Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

Now if only I could get someone to bring me out a tray of hot dogs – I think I might never leave!

Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

Day at the Pool // Ammo the Dachshund

Happy Summer everyone! Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: iFetch Ball Launcher for Dogs

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I’m no labrador retriever, but I do enjoy the occasional game of fetch. So when I came across this fun new kickstarter project for the iFetch I figured I had to share it with all of you.

Designed by a Grandfather and Grandson team, the iFetch is an interactive ball launcher that automatically launches a small tennis ball between 10 and 30 feet. Some dogs can even be taught to play fetch by themselves. How cool!

Friday Fetch: iFetch Dog Ball Launcher // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: iFetch Dog Ball Launcher // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: iFetch Dog Ball Launcher // Ammo the Dachshund

You can find out how to get involved with the iFetch Kickstarter project HERE. But hurry, there’s only 11 days left! Ammo the Dachshund

My Personal Puddle

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My Personal Puddle // Ammo the Dachshund

It’s been raining in Pennsylvania A LOT, like as in thunderstorms most nights and sometimes all day long. But it’s also been hot hot hot. So while I hate that the rain sometimes puts a damper on my plans, I’m loving that it’s created a personal puddle on the farm just for me to cool off in.

My Personal Puddle // Ammo the Dachshund

It may not be crystal clear waters, but it’s the perfect place to cool off, and maybe fetch a few sticks in too.

My Personal Puddle // Ammo the Dachshund

My Personal Puddle // Ammo the Dachshund

My Personal Puddle // Ammo the Dachshund

With just a couple more inches of rain I’d have to slap on my life vest and call it my own personal swimming puddle.

My Personal Puddle // Ammo the Dachshund

My Personal Puddle // Ammo the Dachshund

If anyone needs me I’ll be dipping my paws into my personal puddle, and dreaming I’m at the beach chasing crabs out to sea! Keep cool friends! Ammo the Dachshund

Take Your Dog to Work Day

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This past Friday was Take Your Dog to Work Day, but for me it was no different than any other day, because I work most days with my mom in her custom frame shop.

Ammo the Dachshund at Work

But, I decided to play the part anyway and instead of my usual sunbathing by the front door I threw on my glasses and helped mom with the picture framing.

Take Your Dog to Work Day // Custom Framing // Ammo the Dachshund

Take Your Dog to Work Day // Custom Framing // Ammo the Dachshund

Choosing picture frames is no easy task, but it’s a good thing I have a great eye for design!

Take Your Dog to Work Day // Custom Framing // Ammo the Dachshund

I picked out some colorful mouldings that would look super awesome on one of my Dream Big Prints.

Take Your Dog to Work Day // Custom Framing // Ammo the Dachshund

Take Your Dog to Work Day // Custom Framing // Ammo the Dachshund

I must admit, I worked pretty darn hard and I’m pretty sure I should get a raise. Please add 4 more cookies to my daily wages mom! Ammo the Dachshund

Dirt Between My Toes

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Dirt Between My Paws // Ammo the Dachshund

The dirt between my toes tells a story.

Dirt Between My Paws // Ammo the Dachshund

A story of adventures had and the most fun a little dachshund boy can have in his own backyard.

Dirt Between My Paws // Ammo the Dachshund

I mean come on, just check out the smile on my face! Ammo the Dachshund

Stepping it up on the Agility Course

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Now that I’m back to my regular weekly agility classes (after mom had knee surgery and I had to take a little break) I’ve jumped right back in where I left off and I’m now doing full courses! I’m still a bit of a novice and have plenty to learn, but I’m having loads of fun running the courses!

So what do you think? Does it look like I’m having a blast?!

The Instincts of a True Hunter

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Being a Dachshund means that I was born to hunt, most specifically I was born to hunt down holes! So when an opportunity presents itself for some real-life burrowing practice I can’t possibly pass up the ability to show off my skills. After all I am an expert hunter and burrower.

Burrowing with Ammo the Dachshund

Burrowing with Ammo the Dachshund

It’s a shame their wasn’t any groundhogs in there, but regardless I just can’t ever pass up a hole! Ammo the Dachshund

Stink Happens

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As some of my facebook fans may have already seen, I had a glorious time over the weekend, and it looked a little something like this:

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Oh yes, it was the perfect combination of horse poop, mud, dead animal, and wet!

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

I was basking in the glow of my dirtiness, and so excited to show mom and dad, that is until the word BATH was mentioned!

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

“But mom, it’s the perfectly pungent summertime aroma – I know, because I smelled it”.

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

My pleas were unheard as I found myself in the ponies’ wash stall – it was utter disappointment.

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

Stink Happens // Dirty Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

When it was all over I smelled like roses and sunshine……it was HORRIBLE! Oh well, live to stink another day! Ammo the Dachshund

Baseball, Huskies, and First Aid Kits

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Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

Over the weekend I took a trip to one of the local baseball fields in my town.

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

I practiced running the bases (you know for when I hit a home run), and found myself wishing I hadn’t left my baseball glove at home.

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

And just when I thought my baseball team was only going to consist of me and my shadow…..my pal Shilah showed up!

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

Shilah (being the puppy that she is) didn’t really have the attention span to play a game of baseball with me, so we decided to take a walk around the park instead.

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

We sniffed for buried treasures, and I showed Shilah how fast I can run! (It’s really really fast incase you were wondering)

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

And when we were done with our adventure at the park I invited Shilah back to my house for a cookout!

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

Back at my house we had fun romping in the backyard, and I even let Shilah borrow my mom and her camera. Sometimes even celebrities like me need to share their paparazzi.

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

Shilah is quite the looker isn’t she?

Then, right before dinner we had to break out my pet first aid kit for a little uh oh!

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

See Shilah had been so busy playing in the backyard that she didn’t even notice that she had broken a toenail (those silly girls and their long nails).

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

Not to worry though, Shilah’s mommy took great care in doctoring her up. We cleaned it up and applied some antibiotic ointment.

Ammo and Shilah // Ammo the Dachshund

Shilah had to spend the rest of the evening in my xpen “resting”, but I know she’ll be back for a visit in no time and we’ll be romping around in the backyard again hunting for treasures and rolling in stink. Maybe I’ll buy her a nail file for Christmas. *wink*

Check out how to make your own DIY Pet First Aid Kit for all those uh oh moments.Ammo the Dachshund