Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This post and giveaway is brought to you by Jones Natural Chews Co. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you will love!

Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

My tail is wagging, because recently I made some new friends! That’s right, the folks at Jones Natural Chews Co. are my new buddies, because they mailed me MEAT!

Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Not just any meat, a whole frisbee full of meat (their Spring Fling goodie Frisbee to be exact).

And when you get a Frisbee full of 100% USA made meat products, there is really only one thing to do….

Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

….throw on your best party hat and have a Par-Tay!

Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Well, a party of one….but still a party! (I didn’t really want to share with anyone else anyway).

Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Jones Natural Chews only uses raw product sourced from the USA and does not use any artificial ingredients to keep their products natural. If that weren’t enough to get you drooling, they also slowly oven bake their meats to keep the bones at proper moisture levels and to produce bones that are consistent with raw bone density.

Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Jones Natural Chews also tests all of their bones for splintering. They conduct pressure tests and moisture tests to ensure the best bone strength. But it’s always best to supervise your pet when feeding them. My mom never allows me to have chews or treats when she isn’t there to watch me closely. Safety first!

Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

You can visit the Jones Natural Chews website to find a retailer near you, or shop online for these yummy chews and more! Also be sure to check out the JNC Blog for even more fun!

And now for the best part…

Jones Natural Dog Chews Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE WINNER WILL WIN A SPRING FLING FRISBEE FROM JNC!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

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Best Fitting Lifevest for Dogs & A Giveaway

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This post and giveaway is brought to you by Ruffwear. All opinions are my own and I only share products I think my readers will love!

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Every summer I enjoy hitting the lake, sometimes kayaking, most of the time Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), and always practicing water safety by wearing a floatation device. While I’ve owned several life vests over the years, I’ve finally found one that fits me PERFECTLY, the Ruffwear K-9 Float Coat.

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Being a Dachshund means that sometimes I have trouble finding harnesses, coats and even life vests that can accommodate my unique body type. Thankfully the Ruffwear Lifevest is adjustable in all the right places making it the best fitting one I’ve ever worn.

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

This floatation device has a sleek design making it slimmer fitting than any of the other vests I’ve tried, but don’t worry it’s still full of plenty of “float”!

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

This life jacket is not only a great design for Dachshunds, but it is also designed for dogs of all shapes and sizes. It even includes thoughtful details like a strong handle, optimally positioned to lift dogs out of the water, and reflective trim for enhanced visibility in or out of the water.

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I enjoyed how the front of the vest was adjustable, but once set is easy to slip over your pup’s head, and the belly straps are also fully adjustable.

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The design of this vest allowed me to have great free-flowing movement of my front legs, which is fantastic for swimming (and for all those occasions when you accidentally fall in!).

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

A fun little fact about me, while swimming might not be my #1 favorite thing to do, I do on occasion like to swim voluntarily, but I’ll only do so if I’m wearing a life jacket and the water is bath water warm!

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m a big fan of the Ruffwear K-9 Float Coat, and I can’t recommend it enough for all those water loving dogs out there! It’s now my go-to summer accessory that I never leave home without.

You can fetch your own life jacket from Ruffwear for $79.95. (and incase you’re wondering, I wear a size XS and I’m 20lbs).

And now for the best part…

Ruffwear Float Coat Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE WINNER WILL WIN A RUFFWEAR K-9 FLOAT COAT!

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Never too Tired to Play

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post if brought to you by Chewy.com, but all opinions are my own and I only share products I think my readers will love!

The Dog Toy Your Dog Won't be too tired to play with! via Ammo the Dachshund

My friends over at Chewy.com recently sent me a new toy. The KONG Squeezz Ball with Handle Dog Toy not only squeaks, but it’s perfect for tugging too! And even though it was well past my bed time….there was no way I was going to pass up the opportunity to take it for a spin.

Too tired to stand, but NEVER too tired to play with a new toy! How about your dog?

You can fetch the KONG Squeezz Ball with Handle Dog Toy from Chewy.com on sale for about $8!

Earth Rated Poop Bags Review & Giveaway

Posted on June 16, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This review & giveaway is brought to you by Earth Rated. All opinions are my own, but I only share products I think you will love!

Earth Rated Dog Poop Bags // Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Everyone poops. (including me) And thanks to my new friends over at Earth Rated my mom and dad now have an arsenal of poop bags to make clean-up a breeze.

Earth Rated bags are bigger, thicker, and totally leak-proof!

Earth Rated Scented Dog Poop Bags // Review and Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Earth Rated’s green colored bags contain an EPI additive, which helps them break down better than traditional plastic bags and are rated Biodegradable in Canada. (fyi these bags are not considered biodegradable in the U.S. due to new labeling regulations, read more to find out why). And the extra cool part is that these particular ones are lavender scented too!

Earth Rated Scented Dog Poop Bags // Review and Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The scent in the Earth Rated Bags is made from various types of plants, including spice plants, flowers and fruits and comply with standards set forth by the International Fragrance Association. Mom claims they smell much much better than the poo they will be holding, but being that I’m a dog, I may beg to differ on that one. Agree to disagree.

Travel Poop Bags for Dogs from Earth Rated // Ammo the Dachshund

I also received a cute Earth Rated Dispenser, which has a handy loop for attaching to any type of leash, for on the go poop pickup!

Travel Poop Bags for Dogs from Earth Rated // Ammo the Dachshund

There is a clip on the back that could be used to attach to a pocket in a pinch, but is actually designed to hold used bags.

Now before you read any further, if you might be eating breakfast, lunch or dinner (or any meal for that matter) then you may want to skip ahead to the end (where I have a fun giveaway), because how could I confidently recommend the Earth Rated Bags without testing them out myself….

Horse helps test Earth Rated Bags // Ammo the Dachshund

To help me with the testing I enlisted the help of my pony pals!

Earth Rated Poop Bags // Ammo the Dachshund

Because both Trooper and I agree, pony poop smells a whole lot better than dog poop! (Plus mom thought pony poop might be a little less cringe worthy in photographs….but I guess it depends on who you’re asking!).

Picking up Poop with Earth Rated // Ammo the Dachshund

Now Trooper and I would probably prefer to do pony poop pick-up on our own (if you catch my drift), but for the sake of this review we allowed mom to test out the Earth Rated Bags. She found the bags to be much easier to open than some of the more traditional black bags you see on the market and could tell they were much thicker than the bags we had been using.

Picking up Poop with Earth Rated // Ammo the Dachshund

While I think in the future mom and I will probably be using a wheelbarrow and pitchfork to do most of the pony poop pickup, it’s nice to know I now have some bags that are strong enough for even the biggest messes!

You can grab your own arsenal of doggie doo bags from Earth Rated by checking out which of your local stores they are stocked in and they’re also available on amazon!

And now for the best part….

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ONE WINNER WILL WIN AN EARTH RATED DISPENSER + REFILL ROLLS
(in scented or unscented) + some swag!

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Glucosamine Joint Supplement for Dogs Review & Giveaway

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post and giveaway is brought to you by TaylorHappy. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your dogs will love.

Product Review: Ruffwear Swamp Cooler // Ammo the Dachshund

Have you met my best friend Trooper? If you haven’t, you’re really missing out! Trooper is the happiest and hardest working dog I know. While I spend a lot of my time on the family horse farm, my pal Trooper lives there, and his main goal in life is to help with the horses and ALL OF THE CHORES.

Product Review: Ruffwear Swamp Cooler // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper is 8 years old, and because of his breeding (he’s an australian shepherd/labrador mix) and his very hard working nature he sometimes has joint pain and arthritis that slows him down more than he would like.

TaylorHappy Glucosamine Supplement for Dogs // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Thanks to my new friends at TaylorHappy I was able to give him a little secret weapon against that pesky joint pain with the TaylorHappy Glucosamine supplement.

TaylorHappy Glucosamine Supplement for Dogs // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Supplements such as Glucosamine can help to decrease inflammation and improve the the dog’s ability to repair and strengthen tissues. No supplement will ever be able to reverse structural changes in a joint (like torn cartilage, calcium deposits, or advanced scar tissue), but it can help your pet lead a more comfortable life.

TaylorHappy Glucosamine Supplement for Dogs // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

When my buddy Trooper isn’t taking a Glucosamine supplement he has a noticeable limp, but when he is on a supplement such as the TaylorHappy Glucosamine his limp disappears and he appears more comfortable.

TaylorHappy Glucosamine Supplement for Dogs // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

TaylorHappy Glucosamine is shellfish free, so even dogs with allergies can benefit from taking this supplement. This formula also contains chrondroitin sulfate and MSM to help protect and strengthen the cartilage. Manganese and boron are also added to assist with the production of joint fluids and healthy bone tissue.

TaylorHappy Glucosamine Supplement for Dogs // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper has had a small amount of the liquid added to his daily meals (which he happily scarfs down) for the past month (since May 9th). And he’s pretty happy about it because it means his limp won’t keep him from joining in on all the chores around the farm.

TaylorHappy Glucosamine Supplement for Dogs // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

When my best buddy is feeling good, I’m feeling good, because that means he’s never in too much pain for a wrestling match!

You can check out TaylorHappy Glucosamine on Amazon and see if it’s something that might benefit your dog. And as a bonus you can SAVE $5 OFF with coupon code TROOPER1 *valid until 08/31/2015 (one redemption per customer)

And now for the best part…

TaylorHappy Glucosamine Supplement for Dogs // Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

THREE WINNERS WILL WIN A BOTTLE OF TAYLORHAPPY GLUCOSAMINE!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

To enter use the Rafflecopter widget below. 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. Open to USA residents only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. By entering you are agreeing to the terms & conditions set forth in the Rafflecopter widget below. Good luck!

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Natural Dog Company Snout Soother Review & Giveaway

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This post and giveaway is brought to you by the Natural Dog Company. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you will love!

Natural Dog Company Snout Smoother // Ammo the Dachshund

My new friends over at the Natural Dog Company sent me some of their organic Snout Soother to test out recently.

This Snout Soother aims to save many doggie noses from the uncomfortableness of dry, chapped and cracked skin.

Natural Dog Company Snout Smoother // Ammo the Dachshund

Made with unrefined Shea Nut Butter, Organic Hempseed Oil, Kukui Nut Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil, Candelilla Wax, Rosemary Extract, Natural Vitamin E – this all natural product is safe for your dog (even if ingested) and is basically like the equivalent of chapstick, but for your dog’s nose!

Natural Dog Company Snout Smoother // Ammo the Dachshund

The Natural Dog Company recommends using a cookie to distract your dog while applying, and it can be applied up to 2-3 times per day.

Natural Dog Company Snout Smoother // Ammo the Dachshund

Snout Soother nose balm for dogs can be used for the following:

Dry, Chapped Nose
Crusty & Cracked Nose
Hyperkeratosis
Nose Rolls & Folds
Windburn Prevention
Natural Sunscreen
Shiny Show Dog Noses
Extreme Weather Conditions
Rashes and Skin irritations
Puppy Acne
Fading scars
Canine Dry Eye
Discoid Lupus
Brachycephalic Breeds

And humans can even use it too on dry skin!

Natural Dog Company Snout Smoother // Ammo the Dachshund

While my nose wasn’t currently dry when I tested this product, I can certainly see the benefits for dogs with chronic dry noses, and especially in the winter months! Plus my mom loves that it’s all natural and she can steal some too for the dry cracks on her skin from all the farm work!

You can fetch this Snout Soother from the Natural Dog Company, and as a bonus, use code SNOUTSOOTHER for 15% off your order!

And now for the best part…

Natural Dog Company Snout Smoother // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE WINNER WILL WIN A SNOUT SOOTHER FROM THE NATURAL DOG COMPANY!

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What to Do When Your Pet Has Seasonal Allergies

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This post is brought to you by Chewy. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you will love!

What To Do When Your Dog Has Seasonal Allergies // Ammo the Dachshund

It’s Springtime. The flowers are blooming, the bees are buzzing, and the pollen is flying. And just like you, I have seasonal allergies too!

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My sneezing has been keeping everyone up at night, and that’s no fun for anyone.

What To Do When Your Dog Has Seasonal Allergies // Ammo the Dachshund

Thankfully my vet recommended I take a dose of Zyrtec (I’ve been using the generic version of it) each night before I go to bed.

What To Do When Your Dog Has Seasonal Allergies // Ammo the Dachshund

And thankfully my mom knew I needed something extra special to “help the medicine go down”. These Wellness Core SuperFood Protein Bars from Chewy.com are the perfect addition to my allergy med dose.

What To Do When Your Dog Has Seasonal Allergies // Ammo the Dachshund

These nutrient-dense protein nuggets are packed with quality animal protein, without fillers or grains, and with wholesome superfoods. Their chewy size is easy to break apart into smaller doses to take my medication each night.

What To Do When Your Dog Has Seasonal Allergies // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom cuts one of my Zyrtec pills in half – I weigh 20lbs and she’s been giving me a 5mg dose once a night – although my vet said I could take 10mg.

What To Do When Your Dog Has Seasonal Allergies // Ammo the Dachshund

She then hides my pill inside my Wellness Protein Bars. I’m none the wiser (although don’t tell mom I’d probably eat anything she handed me) and mom feels better knowing I’m not only eating a 100% natural (made in the USA) treat that I go crazy for, but that I won’t be up all night sneezing either.

So if you’re in need of a good wholesome treat, that can also double as a pill disguiser I recommend checking out the Wellness Core Grain-Free Protein Bars from Chewy.com!

Does your pet have seasonal allergies? What do you do to combat the sniffles?

Disclaimer: it’s always best to check with your vet first before administering a medication. What worked for me may not work for all animals.

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Ammo

Disclosure: This post and giveaway is brought to you by Martha Stewart Pets. All opinions are my own, but I only share products I think you will love.

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Martha Stewart Pets recently came out with a line of Natural Dog Treats available exclusively in Petsmart Stores and online. I was thrilled when I got to test out a few of these goodies from the Treat Shop, because this dog never says no to cookies!

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Martha Stewart’s line of treats was inspired by the delicious bakery goodies that humans can’t get enough of. It was discovered during testing that dogs love flavors like Peanut Butter Cookie and Pumpkin Pie just as much as people do! And I can totally confirm that!

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The Martha Stewart Pets Natural Dog Biscuits are American-made and contain a simple list of natural ingredients.

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The Peanut Butter Cookies were totally calling my name (It’s true, that peanut butter smell makes me go weak in my knees), but they also come in 5 delicious flavors; Cranberry Muffin, Pumpkin Pie, Oatmeal, Banana Bread, and Peanut Butter.

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

A small crunchy cookie size, they’re easily broken into smaller pieces for training purposes.

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Oven-baked goodness that I’d be happy to sample over and over again.

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your dog some Martha Stewart Pets Treat Shop Cookies exclusively from Petsmart.

And now for the best part….

Martha Stewart Pets Natural Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE WINNER WILL WIN A PACKAGE OF ALL THE FLAVORS FROM THE MARTHA STEWART PETS TREAT SHOP!

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Dog Walking Light Belt Review & Giveaway

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Ammo

Disclosure: This post and giveaway is brought to you by GoMotion. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think my readers will love!

GoMotion LiteBelt 100 Review & Giveaway // Dog Walking Light // Ammo the Dachshund

My new friends over at GoMotion recently sent me their LiteBelt 100 to take for a spin. The LiteBelt 100 is a wearable light that can make walking your dog at night bright again!

GoMotion LiteBelt 100 Review & Giveaway // Dog Walking Light // Ammo the Dachshund

Sadly it was a bit too large for me. But not to worry, mom informed me that it would actually work a lot better if she wore it on our evening walks.

GoMotion LiteBelt 100 Review & Giveaway // Dog Walking Light // Ammo the Dachshund

The 100 Lumen Cree LED light on the front offers 3 adjustable light levels for spot to flood beam control. You can even rotate it to angle it up or down.

GoMotion LiteBelt 100 Review & Giveaway // Dog Walking Light // Ammo the Dachshund

One of the nifty features of the LiteBelt is that not only does it have a spotlight on the front, but it also has these handy rear lights that can make you more visible at night to cars.

GoMotion LiteBelt 100 Review & Giveaway // Dog Walking Light // Ammo the Dachshund

The great thing about using one of these LiteBelts instead of a headlamp or flashlight is that it comes with lots of extra storage for all your dog walking essentials (like poop bags, keys, phone, treats, etc) and gives you your hands free (for doing things like picking up dog poop…..how fun!).

GoMotion LiteBelt 100 Review & Giveaway // Dog Walking Light // Ammo the Dachshund

The belt itself comes in a breathable mesh with reflective trim and not only comes in the Hi-Vis Orange, but also a fun Coastal Blue color. And it’s even water resistant, so you can’t use that as an excuse not to walk your dog in the rain!

The LiteBelt runs on AA batteries (that are included) and even has a battery life indicator on the front to warn you if it’s running low. It runs up to 54 hours when used on the low beam setting.

GoMotion LiteBelt 100 Review & Giveaway // Dog Walking Light // Ammo the Dachshund

Overall I thought the LiteBelt from GoMotion would be a great accessory for anyone that walks their dog at night.

You can fetch the LiteBelt 100 (as well as other wearable lighting options) from GoMotion for $59.95 and as a bonus you can save 20% off with code GMEVENT20

And now for the best part…

GoMotion LiteBelt 100 Review & Giveaway // Dog Walking Light // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE WINNER WILL WIN A LITEBELT 100 FROM GOMOTION!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

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ThermoSiv Heated Pet Bed Review & Giveaway

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This post and giveaway are brought to you by ThermoSiv. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you will love!