Canoeing down the Brandywine

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Ammo

After my big excursion to the Pocono mountains over the weekend I decided that I just couldn’t get enough of the water! So the next day me and Trooper decided to go for a canoe ride down the Brandywine River.

Believe it or not, this was my very first canoe ride! Trooper’s been a bunch of times without me (no fair), since the farm is within walking distance to the river.

Now I thought I liked boat rides, but canoeing is like loads of fun!

The best part about the canoeing, is that we got to stop and play in the water. Trooper even found a rope swing – which he attempted to swing on unsuccessfully. And I got to practice my underwater diving skills.

“Can we get back in the canoe? This is so much fun!”

In fact, I loved it so much, that mom let me climb to the VERY tippy top of the canoe. I was really feeling brave – so I DOVE off of the front and into the water for a swim. Seriously, I did that!

I had so much fun, that I’m already begging mom to take me back next weekend.

So, how about you? Any other canoeing dogs out there?

Over the River and Through the Woods…

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Ammo

Except this time I wasn’t going to grandma’s house! No, instead me and Trooper loaded into the family car and headed to the Pocono Mountains – to the family cabin!

Of course the first thing I did when I got there was run around like a maniac. Wouldn’t you?

After a few good laps, the next logical thing was to ~~find~~ dig a hole.

Only, I got a little carried away in my hole digging (I might need therapy) and before I knew it – I was stuck!

Don’t worry, everyone eventually dug me out – and mom reached in and pulled me to safety. I was a little muddy and tired – but that didn’t stop me from getting back in the hole TWO MORE TIMES (each complete with their own rescue mission). hehe.

Apparently after the third rescue everyone was getting a little tired of saving me (although I thought it was a blast) so I had to sit in time out in the cabin while mom barricaded the holes under the shed.

I promised not to do it again, so mom finally forgave me and let me outside to play with Trooper.

Look at me mom! I’m just like a dolphin!

And of course we HAD to take the row boat out onto the pond.

And to no one’s surprise, Trooper fell out within the first few minutes. I told him he should have worn a life vest (he sucks at swimming – even for a half Labrador).

So I gave Trooper a few pointers, and he actually started looking pretty good.

1..2..3..stroke. 1..2..3..stroke. 1..2..3..stroke.

I said use the towel Trooper!!

I think I see a tadpole!

After our boat ride I decided to give Trooper some more swimming lessons. “I said 10 more laps Trooper!”

Oh brother, he’s learned nothing!

This is just totally embarrassing for him. It’s the attack of the “Labra-dud” (you know, because he can’t swim). hehe.

Well, even though I got to run and play at the cabin while everyone else did “spring cleaning” – it was still an exhausting day!

This was fun and all, but when are we going home? There is a dog bed at my house that is calling my name!

Went to the Devon Horse Show, to see the Sheep?

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Ammo

The Devon Horse Show is a yearly tradition for me. In fact, I’ve been attending every year since I was about 12 weeks old. If you have no idea what Devon is – here’s a little history lesson for you:

In 1896, the Devon Horse Show started as a one-day show. Now, years later, it has become the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed competition in the United States. It is internationally recognized, USEF-A rated, and one of the most exciting events to happen in Chester County. While it draws top competitors from around the world, the show continues to reflect the local traditions and lifestyles of the Philadelphia Main Line.

Needless to say it’s full of fancy people in big hats, dogs, horses, carriages, funnel cake, amusement rides, shopping, and apparently sheep! Yes, that’s right sheep.

See my pal Trooper (the Australian Shepherd/Labrador) told me that there was going to be sheep herding at Devon this year. I knew that was something not to be missed. And since Trooper was too tired to come, I video taped most of it for him.

I guess it was pretty cool – although I’d still take my groundhog holes over herding around some sheep. To each his own.

After the sheep herding demo I was pretty famished, so I headed over to the concessions to grab some funnel cake.

Then I indulged mom and did a little shopping with her at Anthropologie.

Mom bought this:

Which I would have been much more thrilled about had it come with cookies in it. Ok, now I’m drooling.

Friday Fetch: Dog-Gone Fun via Loose Leashes

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Ammo

For today’s Friday Fetch I figured since we’re heading into memorial day weekend that it might be nice to have a little fun! So I decided to grab some of my favorite shots from canine photographer, Ron Schmidt of Loose Leashes!

I hope that it’s a reminder to everyone to let loose a little and enjoy life.

All photography above from Loose Leashes. Found via Dog-Milk

P.S. Mr. Ron, if you are in need of a spunky dachshund in a super hero cape for one of your shoots, I would be happy to oblige!

I’d fit right in huh?

Puddles

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Ammo

I don’t know about you, but I LOVE puddles.

They’re perfect for little boys like me that love the water, but don’t really like to swim.

And they always seem to have just the right amount of mud!

Ploppity, Plop, Plop, Plop. That’s what it sounds like when I walk in puddles.

I’d live in this puddle if I could.

Now if I could just find mom’s keys!

Farm Boy

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Ammo

This is me.

I’m a farm boy.

Follow me and I’ll show you around my farm.

Now you can see why I LOVE being a farm boy!

Videography & Editing by Taylor Hellhake

Growing Up

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Ammo

Today is my best friend’s Birthday. Can you believe it, Trooper is turning 4!! They grow up so fast. I didn’t know Trooper when he was just a baby (we met when Trooper was 1), but mom says that he grew up at her shop just like I did!

Yeah, he was pretty cute back then huh?

But then Trooper grew up (don’t worry Troop, I still think you’re cute), and I came along….

And now we get to spend all of our Birthday’s Together. Sappy but true.

Happy Birthday Pal! Looking forward to spending many more together.

Gone Tanning

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Ammo

Yes, that’s me all sprawled out in my yard. Don’t worry though, I’m not in distress….no, I’m just working on my tan!

It’s called the weenie roast – and I’m pretty much an expert at it.

Yesterday I did a whole lot of “baking”, in preparation for the big party!

Because today is my dad’s Birthday! Happy Birthday!

Here’s me playing a game of washers with my dad and his friends at the party! It was so much fun.

Now I’m off to wrap my dad’s present. I can’t wait to give it to him! Hopefully he’ll let me help unwrap, since I’m such an expert at opening presents. Yipee.

Sounds of the Farm

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Ammo

You might think that the farm is a peaceful and quiet place, but the truth is, it can be quite noisy at times! Birds chirping, horses’ banging buckets, and we can’t forget Spider Kitty calling for her big brother Ammo to come out and play.