Flying Hero Shop Launch and Giveaway

Some of you may have noticed already, but I’ve been keeping a little secret for the past couple of months, I’ve decided to open up my very own Etsy Shop, Flying Hero!

Flying Hero Etsy Shop via Ammo the Dachshund

Aptly named after me, your friendly neighborhood flying hero, my etsy shop will be selling cute photographic prints, cards and even calendars (coming soon) with my mug on them!

Flying Hero Etsy Shop

ammo the dachshund super hero

My mom and I have been creating, making, and selling greeting cards in our retail shop for years now – but we decided it was high time we make them available to everyone.

Flying Hero Etsy Shop via Ammo the Dachshund

So if you are looking for a way to bring laughter, smiles, and little dose of cuteness to those that you love, make sure you check out Flying Hero. In the coming months we hope to have more items available for purchase.

Flying Hero Etsy Shop // Ammo the Dachshund

And not to worry, I’ll still be working my painting magic with the amazing Painting Ponies. So if you are interested in original artwork by yours truly, be sure to stop by the Painting Pony Etsy Shop.

ammo the dachshund painting

Now because it’s Friday, and because I’m super excited to share with you the launch of my new shop, I wanted to give you an even bigger reason to smile today. I’ve decided to give away one of my brand-new DREAM BIG prints to one lucky reader.

Dream Big Dachshund Print by Ammo the Dachshund // Flying Hero

**This Giveaway is no longer accepting entries**

Here’s how to win…

PRIZE: One Dream Big Print from Flying Hero
TO ENTER:
 Comment on this post (you must comment on the BLOG – not on our facebook page) with the words “DREAM BIG” and….
BONUS QUESTION:
 Tell me one of your biggest dreams. Maybe you want to travel the World, or go skydiving, or perhaps you want to conquer your fear of heights. No dream is too small!
GIVEAWAY CLOSES:
 Friday, September 7, 2012 at 9:00am EST
NUMBER OF WINNERS:
 One
PRIZE SHIPS:
 Anywhere in the World! Yeah!
RULES:
 one entry per e-mail address. Winner will be selected using random.org (meaning the winner is drawn at random) – and will be announced shortly afterward. Good Luck!

 

P.S. Make sure you head over to Under the Blanket and check out their write-up on my new Etsy Shop! They are oh so sweet that I can’t help but blush! Ammo the Dachshund

My Latest Shopping Treasures

It’s no secret that I love to shop for the latest and greatest dog products, evident by my weekly blog feature, Friday Fetch. So when I actually get a chance to test some of these products out myself convince mom she has to buy me something, I love to share my experiences with my fans.

Ammo the Dachshund // Molly Mutt // Found My Animal

I always seem to be in the need for a new dog bed, mostly because I like to chew on my bed at work. Don’t tell my mom, but really I chew them up because I can’t wait to pick out a new duvet cover from one of my favorite companies, Molly Mutt.

Ammo the Dachshund // Molly Mutt // Found My Animal

I love Molly Mutt because the dog bed duvet covers are oh so stylish, and mom says she loves them because she doesn’t have to pay for an entire new dog bed when I go on one of my chewing frenzies. So I guess you’d call it a win-win.

Ammo the Dachshund // Molly Mutt // Found My Animal

My next purchase of the week was a leash made by Found My Animal, because a dog can never have too many leashes.

Ammo the Dachshund // Molly Mutt // Found My Animal

Mom purchased this leash through the new deal site LeLePets at a discounted price. It caught my eye because it was a little bit different than the average dog walking device. Yes it is bright orange (probably wouldn’t have been my first color choice though but it was the only thing available through LeLePets), but it also comes adorned with a stamped tag.

Ammo the Dachshund // Molly Mutt // Found My Animal

I’ve always been a fan of the rope leashes (probably because they are reminiscent of a pony lead rope, and you all know how I love ponies), and this one even has a few extra goodies up it’s sleeve.

Ammo the Dachshund // Molly Mutt // Found My Animal

Instead of being a fixed handle at the end it has a clip that can be attached to two different rings, creating a larger or smaller loop. Mom thought this would be great when she needs to “park me” at a tree, or perhaps during a therapy dog visit. I mostly thought it would come in handy so I could attach myself to the paddle board should I go overboard again on our next lake outing.

Either way, this new leash attachment has already proven to be very functional.

Overall I give both this week’s purchases two paws up – hopefully I’ll be back soon to share some more pet products I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing. I just have to get my sad puppy eyes warmed up to use on mom…..I have my eye on some new fall sweaters! Ammo the Dachshund

 

*Disclosure: I was not paid or perked to share these products with you. Both items were fully purchased.

Friday Fetch: Wooden Pet ID Tags

So I’m totally swooning over the selection of wooden pet id tags I found at the Etsy shop, Cropscotch.

Crafted out of the highest grade woods and hardwoods on the market, our custom Pet ID tags and necklaces are laser cut, hand sanded, engraved and finished with a clear, non-toxic matte coat to ensure maximum strength, protection and weather resistance.

Cropscotch even carries a line of jewelry for your human friends to! They mention that they can create custom id tags/jewelry to fit your own personal style. I’m thinking dachshunds in super hero capes, what about you?

Wooden Pet ID Tags from Cropscotch on Etsy - via Ammo the Dachshund

Wooden Pet ID Tags from Cropscotch on Etsy - via Ammo the Dachshund

Wooden Pet ID Tags from Cropscotch on Etsy - via Ammo the Dachshund

Wooden Pet ID Tags from Cropscotch on Etsy - via Ammo the Dachshund

Wooden Pet ID Tags from Cropscotch on Etsy - via Ammo the Dachshund

Wooden Pet ID Tags from Cropscotch on Etsy - via Ammo the Dachshund

Wooden Pet ID Tags from Cropscotch on Etsy - via Ammo the Dachshund

The Pow! tag has my name written all over it!

You can fetch your own wooden pet id tag from Cropscotch for about $14 Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Pet First Aid Kits

This week I got stung by a bee! I know the horror! My mom noticed pretty quickly that I had been stung because I stopped barking at a deer in my backyard to lick my leg. After a few minutes my leg started to swell a bit – and then about an hour later I started to get some swelling under my eye and on my nose. So at 9:30pm my dad rushed off to the pharmacy to get me some benedryl, and after eating 1/2 a tablet and sleeping it off, I woke up in the morning feeling much better.

After my little bee sting incident it got me thinking about being safe – and keeping a pet first aid kit with me in the car and at home just in case anything were to happen.

So I decided to do a little Friday Fetch round-up today of some of my favorite pet first aid kits out there.

well fed mayday pet first aid kit via ammo the dachshund

Well Fed Mayday Pet First Aid Kit

AKC pet safety kit - via Ammo the Dachshund

AKC 20-Piece Pet First Aid Kit

lixit pet first aid kit via ammo the dachshund

Lixit First Aid Kit for Dogs

Any pet parents out there have a first aid kit for their dogs at home? Have suggestions for must-have products to include? Leave a comment below, I’d love to hear from you! Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Fugly Friends Pet Toys

I’m the kind of dog with a LOT of personality some may even consider me a bit quirky. After all, I do like to dig holes wearing a Super Hero Cape.

So when I stumbled across Fugly Friends on Etsy I thought, oh yes, this has my name all over it. Makers of durable and quirky pet toys handcrafted with oodles of love for all play styles, these unique toys are full of personality.

With a range of styles from stuffed to unstuffed, squeaky or not, some of them even come with secret hidden fortunes inside.

Fugly Friends quirky pet toys on Etsy via Ammo the Dachshund

Fugly Friends quirky pet toys on Etsy via Ammo the Dachshund

Fugly Friends quirky pet toys on Etsy via Ammo the Dachshund

Fugly Friends quirky pet toys on Etsy via Ammo the Dachshund

Fugly Friends quirky pet toys on Etsy via Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own Fugly Friend on EtsyAmmo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Interactive Dog Toys from Trixie

I like to think I’m a pretty smart guy, so when I came across a line of Interactive Dog Toys from Trixie (sold online only at Petsmart) it had me wondering if they could really stump me.

Designed to test your dog’s intelligence and keep them thinking, these line of Interactive Dog Toys look like so much fun! With levers, nobs and hidden flaps the goal is to find the hidden treats by completing tasks that get your dog thinking. Each toy is rated by difficulty from Level 1 (the easiest) through Level 3. This is one product that is definitely on my wish list!

You can fetch these neat Interactive Dog Toys from Trixie online at Petsmart, they range in price from $15.99 – $35.99.

 

Interactive Dog Toys by Trixie sold at Petsmart

Interactive Dog Toys by Trixie sold at Petsmart

Interactive Dog Toys by Trixie sold at Petsmart

Interactive Dog Toys by Trixie sold at Petsmart

Interactive Dog Toys by Trixie sold at Petsmart

Interactive Dog Toys by Trixie sold at Petsmart

Any of my pals tested out the Trixie line of Dog Toys? Were you stumped? Do tell!

Friday Fetch: ChillSpot – cooling pet bed

Summer is here and the hot hot days in Pennsylvania are just around the corner for me. Being the farm dog that I am I enjoy spending most of my time outside, but when the mid-day heat really gets blazing I find myself looking for the coolest place to get out of the sun.

That’s why when I came across ChillSpot I knew they had come up with a great product to help dogs like me beat the Summer heat.

ChillSpot cooling pet bed via Ammo the Dachshund

Chillspot is a durable, portable, 24″ x 36″ cooling dog bed. It comes with four reusable Chillpods that can be put in your freezer overnight and used during the day to cool your Chillspot bed.

ChillSpot cooling pet bed via Ammo the Dachshund

ChillSpot is the only cooling bed that has an insulated base, allowing it to stay cold hours longer than others when out in warm weather.

ChillSpot - cooling pet bed via Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own ChillSpot cooling pet bed here for $169

 

Friday Fetch: The Cool Puppy Harness

the cool puppy harnessBeing a small dog I’m always on the lookout for cool harnesses that work well with my short legs. Also I’m a bit picky and don’t like having straps between my front legs – which somewhat limits my harness finds.

Recently I stumbled upon The Cool Puppy on Etsy, which carries a line of dog collars and leather harnesses for dogs that gives us doggies freedom of movement!

They are made of 100% leather and boast being both comfortable and durable for your dog.

You can fetch your own Harnesses and Collars at The Cool Puppy.

the cool puppy harness

the cool puppy harness

the cool puppy collar

the cool puppy collar

Friday Fetch: Rope Dog Toys

rope dog toyI loves me some rope toys! So when I stumbled across this rope dog toy collection from Jax and Bones I found myself adding each and every one to my wish list. Especially the pony, I love ponies.

From the Jax and Bones Website:

These toys were voted Best Pet Toy by Pet Product News in 2008 as one of the best toys for puppies and dogs! Further, a portion of each sale is donated to www.therescuetrain.org, a non-profit 501c3 organization dedicated to saving animal lives.

  • Available in 2 sizes and a variety of animal shapes and sizes for all breeds of dogs
  • 100% eco-friendly and made from chemical-free natural dyed cotton thread
  • Hand-tied and naturally fray to act like doggie dental floss
  • Recommended for puppies who are teething or for dogs who like to CHEW, PLAY, TUG or FETCH
  • Machine Washable, Durable and Safe.

And a fun tip from their website – you can dip the limbs of your rope toy in water and then freeze it, especially great for teething puppies!

rope dog toy

rope dog toy

rope dog toy

rope dog toy

rope dog toy

You can fetch your own rope dog toy from Jax and Bones HERE

Fetching Finds: Lands End Carry Bag for Dachshunds

landsend carry bag for dogs

Ok, as embarrassing as it is that I’m riding around inside a tote bag in a shopping cart – there is a good explanation for this!

See, on a day-to-day basis I pretty much go everywhere with my Mom – yet there are some places that don’t necessarily hang a “dogs welcome” sign on the door. But seeing as how there are always some exceptions to the rules, mom decided that if I had a bag for these rare occasions that I might be able to tag along anyway. And if riding in a tote bag means that I don’t have to stay home alone, then I’m willing to swallow my pride – as long as no one tells Trooper!

landsend carry bag for dogs

When my new bag arrived I admit, it looked pretty spiffy.

lands end dog tote

It was a Lands End canvas tote bag designed just for dogs. It came complete with a firm base at the bottom for me to stand on, an outside pocket to stash my treats, a zipper to close the top, a neck hole, and a leash attachment for my collar (although I probably won’t use the attachment – just for safety reasons incase I ever fell out or anything).

lands end dog tote

Now I bet your next question is – did I fit? Being as I’m built more like a hot dog than most small dogs, length is an important factor here. Since I’m 17 inches long I probably won’t ever be able to lay down in the bag, but I can sit comfortably in it.

lands end dog tote

Mom says my new bag is designed to hold up to 20 lbs – and after weighing in at a muscular 18 lbs (I’m much bigger than a mini Dachshund) this bag seems more than strong enough to hold my muscular self.

lands end dog tote

I took my new bag for a spin around Lowes yesterday – and it was way more comfortable to sit in than on the mesh-like floor of the cart. Mom also carried me around in it for a bit which is quite fun for me – but Mom says my muscular self is a bit heavy to carry around for too long.

And incase you are looking for a new bag to embarrass carry your dog around in too, here’s my list of pros and cons:

Pros:

  • Can hold up to 20 lbs (much more than most dog carry bags out there)
  • Has a nice solid base to stand on
  • Has a neck hole to stick your head out of
  • Zips up
  • Isn’t too “Paris Hilton” if you know what I mean!
  • Budget friendly at $50 (or $35 if you buy it on special right now)

Cons:

  • If it were truly made to fit a Dachshund body it could stand to be a tad bit longer with the neck hole a little  deeper as well
  • The shoulder straps could be a bit shorter to make it more comfortable for carrying a heavy muscular dog
  • A harness attachment would be a much safer than having a collar attachment

You can fetch your own Lands End Canvas Pet Tote for $50 – or they are currently running a 30% off + free shipping special on their site with will bring it down to $35 before tax!

*disclosure: I was not paid or perked to write this review – I just thought my fans might be interested to hear my review of my new doggie tote bag!

 *UPDATE: For those of you looking for the coupon code for Lands End the deal is 30% off everything + free shipping on orders over $50. Use Promotion Code: ENJOY30 PIN: 1850 Promotion ends 4/23/12 at 11:59pm CST