VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + A Giveaway

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Ammo

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

VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + Giveaway

Farm Life. It’s the kind of life that makes you want to plant a garden, eat healthy, and be outdoors (naturally, right?). But since I’m pretty sure you can’t plant Chicken Tender and Duck trees, I’m super glad my friends at VitaLife have the next best thing!

VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + Giveaway

Trooper and I were really excited to test out the VitaLife Dog Treats because they contain only pure and simple ingredients.

VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + Giveaway

The VitaLife All Natural Chicken Tenders are hand-crafted with only one main ingredient, Real Chicken, and does not include any by-products, wheat, corn, soy, added glycerin, added salt, artificial colors or flavors. And the same goes for the rest of their treat line.

VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + Giveaway

VitaLife All Natural Duck Tenders are made with Real Duck…..yum!

VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + Giveaway

Mom appreciated the fact that all the Tenders came “perforated” in a way so they were easy to break into bite-size pieces. Because we all know that Trooper and I would swallow those things whole given the chance!

VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + Giveaway

Our favorite treats of the bunch were the VitaLife All Natural Sweet Potato and Duck Twists. These low fat treats had me at first bite! Yummy Yummy farm fresh treats!

VitaLife All Natural Sweet Potato and Duck Twists

So if you’re looking for an all natural treat for your pups be sure to check out the VitaLife line, they’re made with love, naturally!

VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + Giveaway

Plus, Trooper and I can vouch, they’re so yummy that we could hardly take a decent photo with all those delicious packages.

VitaLife treats are available online and in stores.

And now for the best part….

VitaLife All Natural Dog Treats Review + Giveaway

THREE WINNERS WILL A PACKAGE OF VITALIFE TREATS (winner’s choice: Duck, Chicken, Sweet Potato)

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

No purchase necessary. To enter use the Rafflecopter widget below. You will be contacted via e-mail to claim your prize. All the winners will also be announced on this blog post once the giveaway ends. Open to USA & CANADA readers only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. By entering you are agreeing to the terms & conditions set forth in the Rafflecopter widget (see below).

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Ammo & Baby P’s Christmas Wish List

Posted on November 30, 2016 by Ammo

Christmas will be here before you know it, and since I know Santa would totally appreciate a little extra help when it comes to my wish list I decided to make it a little easier on him. So here’s what I’m hoping finds it’s way into his sleigh this year.

*this post contains affiliate links, but it’s all products I would love to call my own!

Ammo's Christmas Wish List

1. Flat Out Leash

2. Pet Teepee

3. Leash Poop Bag Holder

4. Farmers Market Treats

5. Happy Moppy Dog Chew Toy

And because my little sister, Baby P didn’t want to be left out I helped her pick out a few things for her wish list too. As you can see I have had quite the influence on her, and some of the items are things I’m hoping to enjoy with her too!

Baby P's Christmas Wish List

1. Follow Me Fred

2. Fisher-Price Smart Stages Puppy

3. Toddler Sled

4. Mini Monkey Mat

5. Dachshund Clothing

What do you think will be on your pup’s list this year?

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!

Birthday Week: DIY Projects for Pets

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Ammo

Every year during Birthday Week I like to come up with some fun diy projects that can be made at home for your pet. While I do have some brand-new projects to share with you this week I thought it would be fun to take a look back at all the previous projects I created for my blog (with a little help from my mom).

So here’s some of my favorite DIY Projects for Pets that you can make at home!

Birthday Week: Easy DIY Paper Bowtie // Ammo the Dachshund

Super Easy DIY Paper Bowtie

DIY Dog Nail Art // Woof // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY String Art

Easy DIY Spray Painted Dog Art // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Spray Painted Dog Art

Valentine's Day DIY Flirt Pole - interactive dog toy // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Flirt Pole

Birthday Week: DIY Dachshund Piñata for your Dog via Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Pet Friendly Piñata

DIY Dachshund Cork Board via Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Dachshund Cork Board

DIY 2x2 Dog Agility Weave Poles // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY 2×2 Agility Weave Poles

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl - Under $5 // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Chalkboard Dog Bowl

5 Minute No Sew DIY Easter Bowtie for your Dog // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY No Sew Bowtie

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana via Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Ombre Pet Bandana

DIY dog toys

DIY Dog Toys

ammo the dachshund diy dog cookies

DIY Birthday Dog Bones

diy dachshund gift wrap

DIY Dachshund Gift Wrap

ammo the dachshund diy dog agility jumps

DIY Dog Agility Jumps

Birthday Week // DIY Pet Birthday Bandana // Ammo the Dachshund

DIY Birthday Pet Bandana

Who would have thought there would be so many things you could make for your dog? Stay tuned tomorrow as I’ll have some fun NEW DIY projects to share with you, and if you want even more inspiration, be sure to check out all my past DIY projects.

Happy Birthday Week to me!

Birthday Week: Enter to Win A Barkbox Subscription

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Ammo

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

Birthday Week: Enter to Win a Free Barkbox Subscription

If you have never heard of Barkbox before, then perhaps you live under a rock? Or maybe you’re a groundhog with limited access to the internet? Either way, you are missing out my friend!

BarkBox is a subscription service with a monthly delivery of toys, treats, and chews for the dog in your life. From heavy chewers to special allergies, the Barkbox folks handpick the best natural treats, chews, and innovative toys to match your dog’s unique preferences.

Birthday Week: Enter to Win a Free Barkbox Subscription

My local postman has become my new best friend as I look forward to my monthly Barkbox delivery! It’s seriously the best day ever when that cardboard box shows up at my door.

Birthday Week: Enter to Win a Free Barkbox Subscription

The great thing is that BarkBox is wheat, corn and soy free, so if your pup has allergies to any of those things you don’t have to worry.

They also have a special allergy-friendly BarkBoxes for dogs that are allergic to beef, chicken and turkey. All you have to do to get your dog one of these special allergy boxes is email happy@barkbox.com.

Birthday Week: Enter to Win a Free Barkbox Subscription

Now if you let your dog read my blog, I’m sure they are pretty much drooling at the thought of having a Barkbox arrive at their door every month. With subscriptions starting at $19/month they are a great deal, but as an added bonus you can use code AMMO for 10% off your first subscription!

Now because it’s also Birthday Week, my awesome friends at Barkbox decided to pass along even more goodies to everyone (aren’t they sweet!). Here’s your chance to win your dog a Barkbox subscription! Woohoo!

Birthday Week: Enter to Win a Free Barkbox Subscription

FOUR WINNERS WILL A ONE MONTH SUBSCRIPTION TO BARKBOX!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

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September 2015 Monthly Recap

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Ammo

We’re about to embark on one of my favorite months of the year, October! Not only do I turn 7 years old this month, but it’s also the month of all things spooky! I can hardly wait.

But before we dive right into October, I always like to look back at all the fun I had the previous 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!

Barkbox is a monthly subscription service for your dog. Starting as low as $19 a month (shipping included) you can get a box of the finest treats and toys sent right to your front door every month! Choose from packages for small, medium, and large dogs and as a bonus 10% of their sales go to supporting rescue groups! You can check out just what goodies your dog could be getting every month by reading my reviews!

Use code AMMO for 10% off your Barkbox Subscription.

Ruffwear carries performance dog gear designed to enhance and inspire outdoor adventures for dogs and their human companions. Totally my kind of company that carries anything from dog hiking packs, harnesses, camping essentials and more! You can check out my review of their dog boots (that even work for dachshund’s too) as well as the Ruffwear Swamp Cooler to keep your pup cool in the summer and one of my favorites, the Ruffwear Front Range Harness!

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And now onto my September Adventures…

The Honest Kitchen Dehydrated Pet Food Review + Giveaway

I dipped my toes into the Dehydrated Pet Food world with the Honest Kitchen.

Bringing the Beach Home // New Arena Footing // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared what exactly it means to be a Dachshund with selective listening skills.

Picking Apples with Adorable Ammo the Dachshund

I went Apple Picking.

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

Trooper and I ate treats only the way boys can.

Labor Day Weekend Fun with Ammo the Dachshund

I saw the Budweiser Horses over Labor Day Weekend.

Farm Life + Stacking Hay

I helped stack hay on the farm.

Easily Clean Dirty Barn Dogs with the #WoofPouf from Absorbing + A Giveaway #sp

I went from dirty to clean thanks to the Woof Pouf.

Vintage Neckties for Dogs + A Giveaway

I got spiffy in my new necktie collar.

Wellness Trufood now available at your local PetsMart #TruLoveIs

I shared that one of my favorite foods is now available at Petsmart.

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 6 with Ammo the Dachshund

I shared another installment of the places I sleep series!

The Happiest Place on Earth - Ammo the Dachshund visits a Sunflower field

I visited the Happiest Place on Earth.

Adding Raw to Your Dog's Diet with Stella & Chewy's Meal Mixers + A Giveaway

I added some raw food to my diet.

Little Boys vs Dogs - who will win?

I had some fun on the farm with the farmer’s boys.

Skin Cancer and Dogs. What to look for and should you be worried?

I discussed wether or not dogs should be worried about skin cancer.

Friday Fetch: 10 Awesome Halloween Costumes for pets

I shared some of my favorite picks for Halloween this year.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

Trooper and I snacked on Brothers Complete Pet Food + Treats – and you can still enter to win some for your dog too!

A Boost for Hard Working Farm Dogs from Chewy. com

Trooper and I got a boost to keep us going on the farm.

And that brings us to October! I can’t wait until next week, because it’s my Birthday Week! You won’t want to miss it, because not only do I celebrate all week long, but I’ve got some fun prizes to giveaway to you too! Don’t miss it!

Dog Food for Pets with Allergies + A Giveaway

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: this product review and giveaway is brought to you by Brothers Complete. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your dog will love.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

As you may already know, my buddy Trooper and I have been on a rotational diet since we were just wee pups, meaning we’re always rotating the foods we eat. We’re always on the lookout for new foods to add to our diets, and recently I was introduced to the dog food brand Brothers Complete.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

Brothers Complete is a family owned and operated business that believes in making the most nutritious and healthy dog food. They are committed to making an ultra premium dog food that is exceptional at rebalancing and restoring a dog’s health and maintaining a vibrant state of health throughout it’s life. Since I plan to live FOR-EVER, this is great news.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

Not only do they make a line of dry pet food, but they also make their own biscuits and jerky too. The Brothers Complete line of treats contain no grain, no white potato, no sweet potato, and no sugar in any form. And as I’m informed by the people who monitor my food intake (aka mom), sugars = bad.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

Trooper and I loved sampling their line of treats and mom loved that their biscuits included a special blend of minerals, vitamins, and nutrients for a treat that is nutritionally complete and balanced.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

The Brothers Complete Biscuit Treats are formulated to compliment and work effectively in conjunction with all the Brothers Complete Advanced Allergy Dry Dog Food Formulas. Trooper and I found that they were a great crunchy size to clean our teeth after meals too.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

Brothers Complete Jerky treats were only made from a single ingredient and just like all the Brothers products they are sourced and made right here in the USA.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

Brothers Complete believes that a poor diet is primarily responsible for 95% of the allergy and skin conditions that dogs have nowadays. While neither Trooper or I have any food allergies (other than I have a sensitivity to dairy), I decided to let my buddy Trooper test out this food first since he has a history of fatty tumors. These fatty tumors (aka Lipomas) are non-cancerous and can be hereditary, but some studies have shown that a poor nutritional diet can attribute to them as well. While Trooper has always been fed the best, we figured letting him chow down on the Brothers Complete line can only help! Even if your dog doesn’t have allergies, Brothers Complete can be a great choice for making sure your pet gets a nutritional diet.

Key Features of Brothers Complete Dry Dog Food:

Does NOT use any grain, potato, or sugar in any form in any of it’s formulas
Uses human grade ingredients and sources ingredients from the USA
Their Dry Dog Food comes in 4 different limited ingredient formulas for dogs with allergies to certain foods
Food is made in small batches on a more frequent basis so it is always fresh
Contains high levels of the best quality protein derived from human grade sources and is low in fat. Over 90% of the protein in Brothers is derived from animal protein

You can read their full ingredient list on their website as well as more detailed information about the quality of their pet foods.

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

So after nearly a month of eating Brothers Choice (the Venison formula) twice a day Trooper reported back that he was more energetic and playful and his coat was extra shiny and soft! I will definitely be adding Brothers Choice into my diet as well and my pal Trooper is looking forward to continuing to eat this great food too.

You can pick up the Brothers Choice Dry Dog foods in 4 great formulas; Chicken and Egg, Lamb and Egg, Turkey and Egg, & Venison and Egg from the Brothers Choice Website.

And now for the best part…

Brothers Complete Allergy Dog Food and Treats Review + A Giveaway

THREE WINNERS WILL A 25lb BAG OF BROTHERS COMPLETE +4 PACKAGES OF TREATS!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

No purchase necessary. To enter use the Rafflecopter widget below. You will be contacted via e-mail to claim your prize. All the winners will also be announced on this blog post once the giveaway ends. Open to Continental USA readers only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. By entering you are agreeing to the terms & conditions set forth in the Rafflecopter widget (see below).

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Wellness TruFood Pet Food Available at your PetsMart Store #TruLoveIs

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Ammo

This post is sponsored by PetSmart & Wellness Natural Pet Food and the BlogPaws Professional Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Wellness TruFood, but AmmotheDachshund.com only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Wellness Natural Pet Food is not responsible for the content of this article.

Wellness Trufood Review & Giveaway
Wellness Trufood now available at your local PetsMart #TrueLoveIs You might remember a few months ago I tried out the new pet food line, Wellness® Trufood®. I’ve been eating the Wellness brand as part of my rotational diet since I was just a wee pup, and I was thrilled when they came out with the new Trufood line.

Wellness Trufood now available at your local PetsMart #TrueLoveIs

TruFood has 70% more raw protein than most dry pet foods and they only use whole-prey proteins full of natural vitamins and minerals (as well as kale, broccoli and green beans) that pets need to thrive.

Wellness Trufood now available at your local PetsMart #TrueLoveIs

But guess what, I’ve got even more good news! Grab your shopping carts friends because PetsMart® is now carrying the Wellness TruFood Dog Food and Cat Food.

I know many of you have been asking where you can stock up on TruFood, well now it’s hitting shelves at a PetsMart near you!

workout puppy

#TruLoveIs Feeding your pup a healthy wholesome diet (and making sure they get proper exercise too) so they can have a long happy and healthy life.

Wellness Trufood now available at your local PetsMart #TruLoveIs

Thank goodness eating healthy tastes so good too!

TruFood uses Grain Free fiber such as chickpeas, flaxseed and lentils that pets may digest better. Powerful superfoods such as beets, blueberries, and cranberries to help maintain a healthy weight and support the immune system.

Wellness Trufood Review & Giveaway

TruFood recipes also contain pumpkin, ginger and turmeric and live yogurt cultures to help support a healthy digestive system. Mom had been reading more about the benefits of turmeric in preventing cancer in dogs among many other things, so I was excited to learn that Wellness TruFood contains this in their line too.

Ammo on the Farm

I plan to have many more adventures ahead thanks to healthy eating, and a whole lot of love!

You can read more about my Wellness Trufood taste test and fetch some at your local PetsMart and online. Be sure to follow PetsMart on social media and show us what #TruLoveIs for your pets. Post a picture of your pet using hashtag #TruLoveIs

Who’s up for some healthy eating? Are there certain things you think are important to have in your own pet’s diet? Do tell!

Luxury Pet Treats for Everyone + A Giveaway

Posted on September 8, 2015 by Ammo

Disclaimer: This post and giveaway is brought to you by Leela Ryan. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you and your dog will love.

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

Recently my new pal Leela Ryan (the cute pup behind the brand) sent me some of her luxury pet treats to try. These organic biscuits are made with all-natural fruits and vegetables and they’re packaged in style so that they look cute on the counter, or in my case the barn!

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

These yummy treats come in three flavors, Banana Pudding, Tartes Aux Pommes (apple pie), and Wild Berry Scones.

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

As Trooper and I took in a big breath of that delicious aroma, we had a thought. The Tartes Aux Pommes (apple pie) treats from Leela Ryan contained the exact same ingredients that our pony friends love too: Organic Oats, Organic Apples, and Cinnamon.

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

Our ponies loved them! And mom loved that she could carry around one set of treats for all of us.

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

These organic, all-natural, 100% made in the USA treats are something all us critters on the farm can look forward to snacking on now.

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

While the Leela Ryan brand is built around luxury, decadence, and beautiful organic treats, I hate to say it……but us boys aren’t exactly “luxurious” when we eat cookies.

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

Leela Ryan is probably covering her eyes in embarrassment looking at these photos of Trooper and I snacking on her yummy cookies. Especially since I have drool on my nose. Sorry Leela Ryan, boys don’t know how to eat treats any other way!

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

Yup, there she is with her dis-approving look. I knew it.

You can fetch your dog some of the luxury organic pet treats from Leela Ryan (and see if you pup can eat them any daintier) from their online shop.

And now for the best part…

Leela Ryan Luxury Dog Treats Review & Giveaway

ONE WINNER WILL WIN 3 PACKAGES OF TREATS FROM LEELA RYAN!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

No purchase necessary. To enter use the Rafflecopter widget below. You will be contacted via e-mail to claim your prize. All the winners will also be announced on this blog post once the giveaway ends. Open to USA residents only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. By entering you are agreeing to the terms & conditions set forth in the Rafflecopter widget (see below).

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Super Hero Bedtime Story

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Ammo

Disclosure: This post is brought to you by Barkbox and contains some affiliate links. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think you will love!

One of my favorite days of the month is BarkBox day. The day when my monthly subscription of goodies arrives at my door.

Everything is always so yummy and fun to play with that I can hardly wait to dive right in. It’s seriously THE BEST DAY EVER.

That is until my mom says it’s time for bed! This is what my face looks like when I’m told I’ll have to hold off playing with my Barkbox until tomorrow. I call it the “what the what?” face.

So reluctantly I get into bed, with my full Super Hero outfit on of course, because real Super Heroes are always ready at a moments notice.

I fight dreamland for as long as I can, when I suddenly remember….

“Dad! You forgot to read me my bedtime story!!”

Super Heroes can’t go to bed without a bedtime story!

Thankfully my Dad obliges, and reads me my favorite book, SuperDog; The Heart of a Hero. (which by the way, I love this book so much that I even helped read it to an elementary school class).