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.

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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?

Following Instinct

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Ammo

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

Some dogs are born with it, some dogs aren’t. And I can’t help that I was ~~cursed~~ blessed with this amazing nose that can lead me to a groundhog hole deep in the woods, through thickets and brush, where no one else knows it exists.

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

My poor pal Trooper doesn’t have this gift, sometimes I’m surprised he even knows which way is up. (love ya Troop!)

A video posted by Ammo The Dachshund (@ammothedachshund) on Apr 20, 2016 at 10:34am PDT

Without me the world would be full of unknown groundhog holes, unattended, and unwatched.

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

And for some reason, I don’t think my special skills are very appreciated around here!

Following Instinct - Ammo the Dachshund finds a Groundhog Hole

Sigh. It’s an uphill battle for me every single day. The struggle is real my friends. #DachshundLifeStruggle

Does your dog like to follow their instinct?

Basketball and Snowballs

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Ammo

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

Over the weekend I visited the park to shoot some hoops. Before I get to who exactly I was playing basketball with you have to first play this happy music while you read the rest of this post:

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

Why you ask must you play that music? Because not only did I shoot hoops with Dad, but also the lead singer to the band CRUISR….who also happens to be Dad’s old college roommate.

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

I tried to play it cool and not look like too much of a groupie, but in reality I just wanted to scream and say “Andy States touched my fur!!!” like all the fan girls that meet CRUISR on tour.

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

Hopefully I came off a bit cooler than that tough!

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

Not only did I get to shoot some hoops with Mr. States, but I also got to eat SnoBalls with him!!

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

Pelican’s SnoBalls is this brand-new frozen treat spot that opened up in my hometown, and I was excited to get to try them out.

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

Not only do they have treats for the humans, but they have dog friendly Pup Cups too.

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

The hardest part was waiting patiently for my frozen bowl of goodness to be ready.

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

It was worth the wait though!

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

Mom made sure to only let me eat small bites of the ice, in case of brain freeze….can dogs even get a brain freeze? Better safe than sorry I guess!

Overall it was a fantastic way to spend one of the warmest days so far this Spring. Do you take your dog for frozen treats in the summer?

Don’t forget to check out the super catchy summertime music from my friends at CRUISR!

Practicing in Public

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Ammo

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

It’s that time of year when it seems I find myself visiting the hardware store almost every weekend. Mom and Dad are always coming up with projects that need to be done around the house in the Spring. Mom says it’s the perfect place for me to tag along and practice all my “behaving in public” skills, as I inevitably get a little rusty over the winter.

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

I beg to differ on the “rusty” part, I mean just look how good my sit/stay is!

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

I’ve also got the healing next to the shopping cart down too!

Practicing in Public - Ammo the Dachshund visits Lowes

And my self control (even when I smell critters in the garden center) is pretty good too (well most of the time!).

A video posted by Ammo The Dachshund (@ammothedachshund) on Apr 16, 2016 at 11:03am PDT

But the very hardest part for me……trying to keep up with Dad in the hardware store! #ShortLegProblems

Does your dog go on public outings with you?

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 13

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Ammo

Another day, another nap! It’s time for my favorite picture round-up of all the places I’ve been sleeping this past month…

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

Which place would you love to curl up in?

Check out where else I’ve been sleeping in my “Oh the Places You Sleep” series!

March 2016 Monthly Recap

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Ammo

March is usually the beginning of some of my outdoor adventures, just as things start to warm up and daylight savings hits – making my days brighter! I can’t wait to share with you just what I was up to this past month!

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And now it’s time for my March adventures…

I Wonder Where You Came From // Ammo the Dachshund Reviews The Honest Kitchen Wonders Pet Treats

I kicked off March by sharing some of my new Wonders treats with all my friends.

A Humane Bark Solution for Dogs + A Giveaway

I shared a video of some of the things that I like to bark at.

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 12 with Ammo the Dachshund

I shared another installment of the places that I like to sleep.

Working Smarter // Smart Dachshund helps out at work

I picked up a new skill at work to help us work smarter.

Iota GPS Pet Tracker with No Monthly Fees + A Giveaway

I took my new Iota GPS tracker for a spin.

5 Signs Spring is Coming with Ammo the Dachshund

I shared the 5 signs that tells me Spring is coming.

How to get your dog to eat Vegetables // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared how my mom gets me to eat my vegetables.

Custom Fit Dog Clothing from Pepper Petwear + A Giveaway

I put my new coat from Pepper Petwear to the farm dog test (and it survived).

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

I went on my first Spring Adventures.

Easter Treats + A Giveaway with Martha Stewart Pets

I tried to take the Easter Bunny’s job & gave away a basket full of goodies from Martha Stewart Pets (and you can still ENTER TO WIN!)

Affordable Pet Portraits + A Giveaway from Paint Your Life

I tried to pick a new frame for my painting from Paint Your Life (and you can still ENTER MY GIVEAWAY to win one).