Friday Fetch with BarkBox

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Ammo

Friday Fetch with BarkBox // Ammo the Dachshund

A few days ago my December BarkBox arrived in the mail!

Friday Fetch with BarkBox // Ammo the Dachshund

I love getting packages in the mail, and when the BarkBox arrives I know that it’s always stocked full of lots of goodies for me. I thought it would be fun to show you exactly what arrived in this month’s box….

Friday Fetch with BarkBox // Ammo the Dachshund

Barkworthies – made with 100% beef bladder, Barkworthies junior bully sticks are long-lasting and delicious. No chemicals or preservatives are used, making them a better choice than rawhides.

Bistro Bites – made specifically for smaller dogs these healthy goodies are perfect for tiny mouths. They are wheat-free, gluten-free, and high in protein.

Simply Fido – these adorable interactive toys are meant for tugging, squeaking, and snuggling. They are made with organic, non-toxic materials and low-impact, AZO-free dyes.

Planet Dog – made with no wheat, corn or soy these pumpkin treats are perfect for snacking. Did you know pumpkin is a natural digestive aid and stomach-soother?

GoDog – these colorful, fuzzy, and squeaky toys are sure to make your best friend giggle. They are designed to be tough with chew guard protection!

Friday Fetch with BarkBox // Ammo the Dachshund

I may have had a little too much fun with my BarkBox, but hey, there’s no reason not to!

Friday Fetch with BarkBox // Ammo the Dachshund

And did you know that BarkBox also has a web shop stocked full of fun goodies for humans too?

Friday Fetch with BarkBox // Ammo the Dachshund

Their belly rub t-shirt was so comfy that I almost stole it for myself.

Friday Fetch with BarkBox // Ammo the Dachshund

But then I felt bad that mom never gets any goodies in the mail, so I decided to let her have the t-shirt. Plus the tote bag was a little more my size anyway! *wink*

Save $10 the month of December on your BarkBox subscription if you use code AMMO5!

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

Kong Premium Treats Review & Giveaway

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is brought to you by Kong Premium Treats.

Kong Premium Treats Product Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

You might remember that a couple of months ago I got to test out the new line of Kong Premium Treats, which were oh so yummy. Well now they have released a new batch of goodies, and of course I couldn’t wait to get my paws on them too!

Kong Premium Treats Product Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Kong Pumpkin Stix

No Wheat, Corn or Soy
No Animal By-Products
No Harmful Preservatives or Colorants
Contains Vitamins and Minerals

These treats were soft, and great for stuffing into one of the kong toys I already owned. I think the Pumpkin Stix were my favorite of the Kong Premium Treats that I got to test out.

Kong Premium Treats Product Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Kong American Chicken Tenders

Made in USA
All Natural
No Fillers
No Additives

These were a tougher chew that was much larger – but that didn’t stop me from chowing down!

Kong Premium Treats Product Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Kong Double Rawhide Chews

100% U.S. Beef Hide (Processed in Mexico)
No Harmful Preservatives
Helps Clean Teeth and Freshen Breath
Great Tasting and Long Lasting

These rawhide chews were definitely longer lasting, so if you have a dog that you need to keep occupied, then these are the treats for you. They might be better suited for a larger dog though, and always make sure you supervise your dog when giving them rawhides as they can sometimes be a choking hazard.

Below is a video of Trooper and I chowing down on these delicious Kong Premium Treats. Being taste testers is the best!

And now for your chance to do your very own taste test!

Kong Premium Treats Product Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

THREE Lucky winners will receive 1 package of Double Chews, 1 package of American Chicken Tenders, and 1 package of Pumpkin Stix.

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway we will be using Rafflecopter. We only use this information to contact the winner and we never share it – so not to worry. Three 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. Open to US Residents Only. Good luck!

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Disclosure: I received 3 packages of Kong Premium Treats to review, all opinions are entirely my own.

Friday Fetch: Petnovate Pull Stop Dog Harness

Posted on August 23, 2013 by Ammo

As a small dog you would be surprised at the amount of force I can produce during a walk when I want to. And while I wouldn’t say I’m a “bad” puller, it got me thinking about what products are out there for dogs that do like to pull. I stumbled across the Petnovate Pull Stop Harness.

The Pull Stop Harness is a no pull dog harness that uses your pet’s own pulling force to act against its front legs. When your pet pulls to a point that it’s walking faster than you, the force that you begin to feel at the leash starts to act against your pet’s front legs, which slows your pet down and thus reduces the pulling altogether. Pull Stop does so without applying any squeezing or discomfort to your pet.

While I’m not sure how well this would work on a small dog (although this does come in small dog sizes), I bet there are some big dogs out there that could benefit from a product like this!

Friday Fetch: Petnovate Pull Stop Harness for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Petnovate also makes a no pull and no jump harness:

Friday Fetch: Petnovate Pull Stop Harness for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch the Pull Stop and Jump Stop Harnesses from Petnovate for about $20 – $30.

Friday Fetch: Pet Peek

Posted on August 9, 2013 by Ammo

If my backyard had a solid fence, then the Pet Peek would be at the top of my “must have” list! The Pet Peek is a durable plastic dome that can create a window view in any solid fence for your dog. This DIY project is a must have for any dogs that want a “peek” outside their own yard!

Friday Fetch: Pet Peek // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own Pet Peek HERE for about $35.

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is brought to you by Prime Pet Supply.

My friends over at Prime Pet Supply recently offered me a chance to take their new pet products website for a spin. Shopping, now how did they know that would win me over?!

Prime Pet Supply stocks only the best and most natural pet foods, treats and supplies available on the market. So I hopped on their website in search of a few products to try, and picked out these fun goodies:

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Once my goodies arrived at my doorstep I wasted no time in digging right in!

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The hardest part was choosing what to try first!

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Two of the toys I picked up were the Kong Tugga Wubba Dog Toy and the Bionic Bone Dog Toy. Both of these toys are designed for tough chewers (which totally describes me) and after a couple weeks of play they are still holding up very well. The nice thing about the Bionic Bone is that it’s designed to be stuffed with treats – I’m thinking bully sticks just as soon as mom picks me up a few!

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Next I tested some Etta Says! Freeze Dried Chicken Liver Treats, which I’m not gonna lie, I mostly chose these because there was a picture of a cute little dachshund on the front.

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m a big fan of freeze dried dog treats, especially since these are made in america, all natural, and contain no preservatives. Gotta love treats that taste good and are good for you! Yum!

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The next product was something my mom picked out for me. Honestly, I wasn’t that thrilled about it because supposedly it’s supposed to mask that stinky dog smell that I work so hard to achieve.

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The Earthbath All Natural Deodorizing Spritz in Vanilla Almond is designed to make your stinky dog smell much better. Mom was quite excited about this product, and I guess I can kinda be on board if it means I will get less frequent baths. I do admit the Vanilla Almond smell was quite pleasing, but not too over powering – and a bonus is it’s supposed to make my skin softer and my coat sleek and shiny!

Now the last product, and probably my favorite, was the Powzer Flash and Dash Ball. This thing was seriously cool. When the tough outer ball is shaken (or on impact) it lights up inside for over 70 hours of play. I had so much fun playing with this ball in the dark, just see for yourself….

Overall I thought Prime Pet Supply had some great products, and I also like to see that they carry a lot of all natural and healthy for you products – because that just means my mom is more likely to buy them for me!

And now for the best part…

ONE Lucky WINNER will WIN a $25 Gift Certificate to Prime Pet Supply!

Prime Pet Supply Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

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. 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 7/30/13 12AM EST. Open to US Residents Only. Good luck!

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Disclosure: I received a gift certificate to prime pet supply to review their site. All opinions are entirely my own.

Voyagers K9 Product Review & Giveaway

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Ammo

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.

Friday Fetch: iFetch Ball Launcher for Dogs

Posted on July 5, 2013 by Ammo

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

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

Fashion Show with my Friends Mattie & Margot

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This review is brought to you by Mattie & Margot.

Mattie & Margot Collars // Ammo the Dachshund

Have you heard of Mattie & Margot? If not, then you are missing out my friend. Makers of stylish handmade dog collars, Mattie & Margot carry every color under the sun, and they’re just what I needed to brighten up my summer!

Mattie & Margot Collars // Ammo the Dachshund

I purchased one of Mattie & Margot’s Mystery Collars (in yellow) and received this sunny Yellow Gold collar – isn’t it happy? With their Mystery Collars you can choose a color range for $16 or let it be a total surprise for $12 – what a great deal!

Mattie & Margot Collars // Ammo the Dachshund

And because Rachael (the expert sewing machine operator behind Mattie & Margot) knew that us farm dogs always need a back-up collar, she sent along this snazzy Bluebird/Navy Collar too.

Mattie & Margot Collars // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m still not sure which one I will stink up first on the farm, it’s a tough call.

Mattie & Margot Collars // Ammo the Dachshund

I was looking so fine in my new collars that my kitty pal Spider got a little jealous. Too bad for her they don’t come in kitty sizes!

But for all you canines out there, I’m sure there’s a Mattie & Margot Collar just for you, they even come in a new miniature size! Which one would you choose?

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My Pickle Pocket – Treat Dispenser for Dogs

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This review contains affiliate links.

Recently mom picked up a new toy for me called the Pickle Pocket; after hearing some rave reviews from some of my dog agility classmates. Designed for treat dispensing, I was eager to give it a try, especially after I’ve mastered and broken many a treat dispensing toys including kongs and my kicker box (which is far too easy for me now).

Pickle Pocket - Treat Dispenser for Dogs - Review // Ammo the Dachshund

My new pickle toy is different from many of the other treat dispensers I’ve tried. This one contains three lengthwise slits across the product which are meant to hold your dog’s favorite snack or kibble.

Pickle Pocket - Treat Dispenser for Dogs - Review // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom has been experimenting stuffing it with lots of different things like string cheese, peanut butter, cookies, dog food, and even hot dogs.

Pickle Pocket - Treat Dispenser for Dogs - Review // Ammo the Dachshund

I can honestly say that this toy takes a bit of work to get the yummies out. Five cookies takes me about 20 minutes to eat – and I’m an expert at treat dispensing!

Pickle Pocket - Treat Dispenser for Dogs - Review // Ammo the Dachshund

The Pickle Pocket also boasts that it’s virtually indestructible (so far it’s survived my shark-like teeth), FDA approved, floats in water, and is dishwasher safe.

Even though this toys takes a bit of work on my part, I’m not complaining, because a constant flow of cookies is NEVER a problem!

You can fetch the pickle pocket HERE. Links contain affiliates.

Friday Fetch: Boiled Wool Toys from Crumbs Outfitters

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Ammo

Who doesn’t love a good dog toy? And when they make you giggle – it makes it that much better! Check out these silly pet toys from Crumbs Outfitters. Each toy is handmade with 100% all natural boiled New Zealand wool by Nepal Artisans.

Friday Fetch: Boiled Wool Dog Toy from Crumbs Outfitters // Ammo the Dachshund