April 2016 Monthly Recap

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Ammo

April seems like it just flew by! I was excited for the warm spring weather to start hitting my area even more, but with it came some rain too! I can’t wait to share what I’ve been up to this past month.

First though, let me 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!

My friends at Pet Qwerks are the makers of the brand new Flavorit Bone! Coming up in May I’ll have a full review on this product, but it’s essentially a really innovative flavored nylon chew bone that has special holes designed to hold your dog’s favorite soft treat as well. So if you’ve got a dog that likes to chew, you’re going to LOVE this new bone! This bone will be great at keeping your dog’s boredom at bay! You can even save 20% OFF with code FLAVORIT20

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And now it’s time for my April adventures…

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

I made Trooper take a bath (because it was a bit too chilly for me!).

Spoiled Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared what it looks like to be a spoiled dog.

The Night's Watch // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper and I joined the Night’s Watch.

A Safe Adjustable Length Dog Leash from Ruffwear + A Giveaway

I tested out an adjustable leash from my friends at Ruffwear.

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 13 with Ammo the Dachshund

I got my nap on once again in my “Oh the Places you Sleep” Series.

Drool Worthy TRU Harvest Dog Treats from Walmart #sponsored

Trooper and I made it known that we wanted to eat!

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

I practiced my good dog skills at the hardware store.

Basketball and Snowballs - Ammo the Dachshund hangs with Cruisr the Band

I played some basketball and ate some snoballs!

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

My natural instinct led me to a hole.

A Monthly Delivery of Bully Bundles + A Giveaway

I ate my fill of Bully Sticks.

Ice Queens // Icelandic Horses on the Farm

I introduced my new Ice Queen friends on the farm.

Water on the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund has fun on the Farm

I got some water for my beach.

And that leads me to May! With the unofficial start of summer (Memorial Day Weekend) almost here, I just know May is going to be the best month yet!

What sort of adventures did you have with your dog this past month?

Pet Shower and Massager in One + A Giveaway

Posted on April 4, 2016 by Ammo

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

MIU Pet Shower and Messager in one + A Giveaway

So it’s totally that time of year when Trooper and I enjoy rolling in mud and generally getting pretty dirty on the farm (and one of us really loves to go down dirty groundhog holes). So it comes at no surprise that we find ourselves in the bath A LOT.

Thanks to my new friends at MIU Pet Trooper and I now have a new tool to make bath time a bit quicker (so we can get back to all that running around on the farm!)

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

The MIU Pet Multi-Functional Handheld Pet Shower is a tool designed to make bathing simple again with single hand operation.

It comes with a shower head, stainless steel hose, and 4 hose adapters to fit most faucets.

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

The shower head has an easy to reach button on the side to control the flow of water, plastic prongs that provide gentle massage and makes your pet bathing enjoyable, and under that blue cap on the bottom is an opening that allows you to add soap to the shower head that can be released with the touch of another button.

While this pet shower is designed for indoor and outdoor use, the attachments that come with it are designed to hook to a bathroom shower head or indoor faucet, similar to the one pictured below:

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

Since I didn’t have the right shower or faucet at my house I decided to test out the shower in the barn wash stall. Mom had to get a little creative with the how to attach the MIU Pet hose to the barn hose – but after picking up a few hose attachments at the hardware store we were ready for a bath.

Well, technically Trooper was ready for a bath! (it’s still a bit too cold for me and my short hair to have a bath outside this time of year).

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

So after adding some soap to the shower head, we were ready to get Trooper all squeaky clean!

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

Trooper has the ideal hair type for this type of shower head, because the massaging prongs came in real handy with getting soap and water deep into his thick coat of hair.

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

The one-handed design of this pet shower came in real handy. With one hand free to keep Trooper from running off, the other hand could easily bathe the dog without having to put down the hose in search of soap or a brush….because it’s all right there!

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

All squeaky clean after his bath!

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

While the MIU Pet Shower can do many things, there is one thing it can’t do….keep Trooper from rubbing off his clean dog smell on the barn walls!

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

While Trooper loved that his bath time was cut in half, I loved that he was the one that had to test it instead of me! 😉 I’ll reserve my baths for the 80 degree weather, thank you very much.

MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

Trooper wasn’t the only one that got to test the MIU Pet Shower though, even the horses found a use for it!

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MIU Pet Shower and Massager in one + A Giveaway

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Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Ammo

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

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

Being a dog with an odd shaped body (hello short legs and long body) I know how hard it can be to find pet clothing that fits. And lets be honest, looks cool too!

Thanks to my friends at Pepper Petwear I’ve found a new company that can accommodate any dog shaped body you can imagine!

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

Their handmade in Hungary dog coats, jackets, dog raincoats, dog sweaters, and dog collars can be made to fit any breed! You can even choose custom colors in several different styles. I decided to test out the Extra Warm Winter Coat (for those cold Pennsylvania winters) in the turquoise with grey fleece.

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

After sending off my measurements it arrived in the mail not long after. One of my favorite features it that it’s got lots of velcro straps for plenty of adjustments (should your dog’s weight ever change, or perhaps you want to add an extra layer for warmth underneath).

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

My new jacket even has these great reflective strips on the sides for added visibility.

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

I also requested the addition of a harness hole, which makes it easier for me to put my seatbelt on in the car or go for a walk when I’m wearing my harness underneath.

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

When I’m asked to review pet products I take the job pretty seriously, and no dog coat gets my stamp of approval without testing on the farm. Because lets face it, farm life is not exactly gentle on pet wear and I had to make sure it would stand up the rigors of all my outdoor adventures.

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

My new Pepper Petwear coat held up for (repeated) trips under the farm fencing.

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

It survived excursions in the manure pile (and didn’t stink too terribly bad afterwards).

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

It didn’t rip when I climbed through brush and sticks.

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

It still gave me plenty of freedom to dig (and didn’t hold onto the dirt).

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

And most importantly I could still run just as fast while wearing it! I’d say it’s definitely Ammo the Farm Dog APPROVED!

If you’d like to snag your pet one of these great coats be sure to visit Pepper Petwear! You can even use code pepperpetwear10 for 10% off your order!

And don’t forget, they can make coats for big dogs too, and with Spring just about here it’s the perfect time to grab your dog a new raincoat!

Now for the best part…

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

ONE WINNERS WILL WIN A CUSTOM COAT FROM PEPPER PETWEAR! (raincoat or winter coat)

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

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February 2016 Monthly Recap

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Ammo

February has come and gone, and that just means we’re getting that much closer to Spring! Yay! But before we jump too far ahead, I always love looking back over the adventures from the past month.

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And now it’s time for my February adventures…

Big Reveal Pet Friendly Kitchen Renovation with Ammo the Dachshund's Help

I FINALLY shared the after pictures from my big kitchen remodel that started last summer.

Surprise! It's a Party! Ammo attends a Surprise Party

I attended a surprise Birthday Party, but spent the night hanging out with one guest only.

A Humane Bark Solution for Dogs + A Giveaway

I shared a humane anti-barking solution to help all those barking dogs out there.

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 11 with Ammo the Dachshund

I shared another collection of places I was enjoying sleeping during the month.

Valentines Day Greeting from the cutest Dachshund

I celebrated Valentine’s Day with a special gal pal.

Zuke's Z-Bones - Chews to Keep your Pet's Teeth Clean

I shared all the ways I like to keep my teeth squeaky clean during Pet Dental Health Month.

Ammo the Dachshund Finds a Way to Make the Biggest Mess Ever

I made the biggest mess ever (and it was so much fun!)

Growing Old Together // Best Dog Friends

I shared how I plan to grow old with my BFF Trooper.

Naught Dog Caught on Camera with Vimtag + A Giveaway

I got caught on camera being “bad” again.

Let's Get Tricky! Teach Your Dog To Play Fetch

My mom used a few simple tools to teach me how to play fetch even better!

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

Trooper and I disagreed on how to be great farm lookouts.

Home Security to Let Your Dog Be A Dog + A Giveaway with Kidde

I shared what I’m doing now that I have a home system to look out for all my security (Plus Bonus…you can enter my GIVEAWAY!)

And that brings us to March! I’m excited for what this month will bring, especially since the first day of Spring is oh so close! I can hardly wait.

What are you looking forward to most during the month of march?

February is National Pet Dental Care Month

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this post is brought to you by Chewy.com and does contain some affiliate links. All opinions are my own and I received a product in exchange for my honest review. I only share products that I think you and your dogs will love.

Since February is the month dedicated to dental care for pets I thought it would be fun to check out all the ways I’ve kept up with my oral health over the years. #NationalPetOralHealthCareMonth

Emmi-Pet Dog Dental Toothbrush Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The Emmi-Pet is an electric dental tooth brush designed for pets that cleans teeth without the need of vibration. While I found this to be a great tool, I sort of fell off the wagon when it came to keeping up with brushing regularly (I know, shame on me). Fetch the Emmi-Pet Toothbrush.

Clean Teeth // Ammo the Dachshund

I tried the Tropiclean Teeth Gel for a time, it’s a great way to add some cleaning power to your dog’s teeth without the need to use a toothbrush. You can even spread it onto your dog’s chew toys. I did thoroughly enjoy this cleaning method, but again I wasn’t great about keeping up with a routine. Fetch the Tropiclean Teeth Gel.

How to Maintain your Dog's Teeth // Ammo the Dachshund // Pet Dental Health Month

Mom even used a pet dental scraper on me. This is a great way to remove plaque buildup, and something I still have done on occasion when my plaque buildup gets noticeable. Fetch a Pet Dental Scraper.

How to Maintain your Dog's Teeth // Ammo the Dachshund // Pet Dental Health Month

Dental Chews are another great way to fight plaque if your dog likes to chew on them. I tend to be really interested in them at first, but eventually loose interest in the toys after a few weeks. One of my favorite chew toys that I have remained in is the Benebone which encourages me to chew on a regular basis (and I use it almost every night). Fetch a Benebone Dental Chew.

Zuke's Z-Bones - Chews to Keep your Pet's Teeth Clean

My absolute favorite way to keep my teeth looking sparkly is with dental chews. Lately I’ve been snacking on these Zuke’s Z-Bones Dental Chews from Chewy.com. Seriously what’s better than cleaning your teeth by eating something delicious!

Key Benefits of Zuke’s Z-Bones in Clean Berry Crisp

Potato and pea-based formula which is highly digestible
Alfalfa, parsley, rosemary, and fennel naturally freshen breath by supporting digestion
Helps polish teeth, freshen breath, and maintain healthy gums
Nutrient-rich cherries are a powerful source of antioxidants
Available in four sizes to accommodate all dogs 10 lbs or larger
Made in the USA!

My mom’s favorite part about these chews is that not only do they help clean my teeth and freshen my breath, but they also contain Turmeric. You may have heard me mention this ingredient before, but it’s been studied for its antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties and can help prevent cancer in your pet. That’s a big plus in my book!

Zuke's Z-Bones - Chews to Keep your Pet's Teeth Clean

So while I’ll continue to do my best in keeping my teeth healthy and clean, I most certainly won’t give up my daily dental chews…..it’s my favorite part of the day!

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What is the dental regime for your pet?

Naughty Dog Caught on Camera with Vimtag + A Giveaway

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Ammo

Disclosure: This post and giveaway is brought to you by Vimtag and does contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your dog will love!

A Wireless Camera to Monitor your Pet + A Giveaway

You might recall that this funny looking device, the Vimtag Wireless Video Monitor System, showed up at my house a month or so ago. Well, ever since it’s arrival I’ve found myself getting into a little more trouble than usual.

You see, this camera allows my mom to check up on me from her smart phone any time she wants, and lets just say that there were a few things I was hoping she wouldn’t find out about….

Naught Dog Caught on Camera with Vimtag + A Giveaway

I tried to deny my involvement in both of these incidents, but darn it, if that Vimtag camera didn’t totally rat me out…

Naught Dog Caught on Camera with Vimtag + A Giveaway

…time stamped and all!

Read all about my adventures with Vimtag, and the array of uses my mom has found for this wireless video monitor. You can snag your own Vimtag Wireless Video Monitoring Camera from Amazon to catch your own naughty dog in the act! (and I am not responsible for any dogs that get in trouble!)

And now for the best part…

A Wireless Camera to Monitor your Pet + A Giveaway

TWO WINNERS WILL A VIMTAG WIRELESS SECURITY CAMERA!

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P.S. While it’s not to say that I’m always a perfect angel, these “caught on camera” scenes are dramatizations all in the name of good fun! (Although I won’t say I’ve never been caught doing something I shouldn’t!)

Treat Dispensing Toys for Dogs

Posted on November 18, 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 and your dog will love!

Treat Dispensing Toys for Dogs

When it comes to treat dispensing toys, I have to say, I’ve pretty much tried them all! Toys you have to roll around, toys you have to chew, and toys that are just too frustrating that you can’t get one single treat out of.

I have some that I loathe and some that I love, and now thanks to my friends at Chewy.com I can add another one to the love pile!

Treat Dispensing Toys for Dogs

This here is the Busy Buddy Twist n’ Treat from PetSafe. You add treats to the inside (any size treats will do and you can even use spreadable treats)…

Treat Dispensing Toys for Dogs

..then simply twist them together creating space for your dog to get the treats out. Twist the sides close together for a more challenging game, and keep it wider apart for an easier game.

Treat Dispensing Toys for Dogs

I like mine in the middle, not too hard, but not too easy.

Treat Dispensing Toys for Dogs

Now if you’ll excuse me, I have some treat dispensing to work on!

You can fetch your dog a Busy Buddy Twist n’ Treat from Chewy.com on sale starting at $5.

Does your dog love treat dispensing toys? Do you have any favorites you think I may not have tried? Do tell!

Cat Scratch Fever

Posted on August 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 and your pets will love.

Catit Bench Scratcher with Catnip from Chewy

Recently this interesting looking thing showed up at my door from my friends at Chewy.com.

Catit Bench Scratcher with Catnip from Chewy

Initially I thought maybe it was a new pedestal for when I perform all my amazing tricks, but then mom informed me that this little goodie wasn’t for me at all, but for my farm cat friends instead.

Catit Bench Scratcher with Catnip from Chewy

I’m not so sure they were convinced it was for them either, that is until mom sprinkled a little of the catnip that came with it on the cardboard bench.

Catit Bench Scratcher with Catnip from Chewy

See the Catit Bench Scratcher with Catnip from Chewy.com just instantly draws a crowd! My gal pals Cricket & Spider couldn’t keep their paws off it!

Catit Bench Scratcher with Catnip from Chewy

My outdoor cat friends have been using their new scratching bench everyday on the farm. Cricket has pretty much claimed this one, while Spider is still totally in love with the cat play mat they got last month from Chewy.

Catit Bench Scratcher with Catnip from Chewy

Mom said who knew all it took to keep them from scratching up the walls of the barn was a cat scratching bench!

Catit Bench Scratcher with Catnip from Chewy

And the really good news is that it even kept my pal Trooper occupied enough that I got to sneak into the barn and steal all the cat food!

You can fetch your cat pals a Catit Bench Scratcher from Chewy, ON SALE for $8!

Do your cat friends like to scratch walls like mine do?

Easy Frozen Dog Treats & A Giveaway

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Ammo

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