How I Became Ammo

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Ammo

With a name like Ammo I always get questions about how I ended up with such an explosive name (for such a small dog). So I figured it was high time I shared the story of how I got my name.

A is for Ammo // Ammo the Dachshund Super Hero

I like to think I’ve really grown into my name over the past 6 years that I’ve had it, but my parents thought long and hard before they landed on “Ammo”.

In fact, it might help to show you a video of the VERY FIRST time I ever met my parents.

As you can see I really wasn’t too shy about asserting my personality! 😉

Throwback Thursday: Sweater Weather // Puppy Photos of Ammo the Dachshund

After meeting me, falling in love, and deciding I would get my forever home with them, mom and dad went home to contemplate what my new name would be.

How Ammo Got His Name - Trooper and Ranger - Puppy

Mom had picked out the name Ranger. She thought it was a strong name that sounded super cute with my soon to be best buddy’s name….Trooper! (Mom still says Trooper & Ranger would have been cute names).

Dad picked out the name Ammo. He said I looked like a little bullet because I was so long.

How Ammo the Dachshund got his name - And the name that almost was, Robot!

The wildcard name that almost came to be….Robot! Hehe, I like to think that would have been a pretty funny name to have too.

Ammo the Dachshund // Puppy // Farmwork

In the end I became Ammo. Mostly because my dad had never had a dog before (mom had) and it seemed only fitting that he get to name his very first fur kid (at least according to mom). So Ammo it was! And you know what, I think it’s pretty fitting. I’m fast, powerful, and explosive. I even found out later on (via a Facebook fan) that Amo means love in Italian. How cool!
Ammo the Super Hero Dachshund

Even though my name is Ammo, I’ve got lots of little nicknames around the house that mom and dad like to call me:

Amee
Am
Amer
L’Amee (short for Little Amee)
Ween
Weenie
Monkey
Peanut
Miami (short for My Amee)

How did your dog get their name? Does he/she have any fun nicknames too? Do tell!

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!

Dachshund Life Struggle – The Saga

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Ammo

You may have caught my struggles over the last few months on the saga that is the Dachshund Life Struggle. And if you follow along with me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, then likely you may have already seen many of the Dachshund Life Struggles.

Who would have thought that this adventure of being a dachshund would be so struggle riddled! So here’s what I’ve been struggling with this past month…

Dachshund Life Struggle // The Struggle is Real // Ammo the Dachshund

In case you missed any struggles, be sure to check them all out on my blog. You can keep following along with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to see more #dachshundlifestruggle and if you’ve got a struggle to add be sure to let me know!

P.S. Don’t forget to share my struggles with all your friends…..we have to spread the word about how hard it is to be a dachshund these days!

April 2015 Monthly Recap

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Ammo

Before we get to the recap of all the exciting adventures I’ve been on in April, I wanted to give a shoutout to my special sponsors & affiliates! Thanks to them I’m able to bring you exciting posts, so make sure you give them some love and check out what great products they carry!

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And now onto my April Adventures…

Throwback Thursday: The Dogs Before Me // Jack // Ammo the Dachshund

I kicked off April by sharing some special photographs of my mom’s of the dogs that came before me.

Adventures at Ludwigs // Ammo the Dachshund

I announced my upcoming appearance at the Ryerss Family Fun Day this Summer with my pal Minnow the Painting Pony.

k9 Couture Collars Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I strutted around some sweet collars from K9 Couture Collars.

Easter Bunny with Dachshund // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my Easter escapades which included hunting for Easter eggs!

Oh the Places You Sleep // Ammo the Dachshund - Dog - Nap

I shared a collection of all the places I love to sleep.

Wag & Ramble Pet Soap Review & Giveaway

I got in the bathtub with Wag and Ramble.

Dachshund Life Struggle // The Struggle is Real // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared another collection of my dachshund life struggles.

Adventures with Max and Duke from Sleepypod // Super Heroes // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper and I hosted some special guests on the farm.

Wares for Bears Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper and I shared our newest accessories from Wares for Bears.

DIY Fake Scent Hole for Hunting Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

I got duped by a FAKE rabbit hole!

De-shedding Dogs with Trooper & Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper and I got ready for Spring by shedding our winter coats.

Thermos Heated Pet Bed Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared the new secret my mom has for a good nights sleep with the ThermoSiv Heated Pet Bed.

doxie on bed

I had the best time ever with a simple bed sheet.

Ammo the Dachshund // Dachshund Loves New West Elm Carpet

I got a new carpet. I bet you can’t guess what I did on it.

April just flew by! It’s already starting to get really warm here in Pennsylvania and I’m so excited for May because I have a big trip planned for the end of the month to BlogPaws!

Dachshund vs. Bed Sheet

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Ammo

Did you know that dog toys are overrated? That’s right, what if I told you there was something everyone has in their house that your dog will LOVE to play with. Well I guess if they’re anything like me they’ll love it. Check me out as I have the BEST TIME EVER with an old bed sheet!

You may have caught my original bed sheet playing video on instagram, but incase you missed the shortened version you can check it out below:

A video posted by Kyley, Ammo + Painting Ponies (@kyleydiluigi) on Apr 3, 2015 at 1:40pm PDT

So what do you think? Ready to go pull an old sheet off your bed for your dog too?

Dachshund and a Balloon

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Ammo

I bet you didn’t know I LOVE party balloons. Well it’s true, I thoroughly enjoy channeling my inner attack dog and going after that sucker until it pops! Just see for yourself…

Does your dog love or loathe balloons?

The Dachshund Life Struggle Continues

Posted on March 11, 2015 by Ammo

You may have caught my post last month on the saga that is the Dachshund Life Struggle. And if you follow along with me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, then likely you may have already seen many of the Dachshund Life Struggles.

Being a Dachshund is so-dang-hard that you didn’t think it would end right there now did you? No, the struggle continues – and something tells me there are even more to come!

Dachshund Life Struggle // The Struggle is Real // Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. This one required a video to go along with it, and you can check that out on my youtube channel.

Dachshund Life Struggle // The Struggle is Real // Ammo the Dachshund

In case you missed last month’s struggles, be sure to check them all out on my blog. You can keep following along with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to see more #dachshundlifestruggle and if you’ve got a struggle to add be sure to let me know!

P.S. Don’t forget to share my struggles with all your friends…..we have to spread the word about how hard it is to be a dachshund these days!

Winter on the Farm

Posted on March 4, 2015 by Ammo