CANIDAE Pet Treats Review & Giveaway

Disclaimer: This post is brought to you by Canidae.

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Canidae is a family owned all natural pet food company located in Texas. Recently they sent me a batch of their Grain Free Pure Heaven Treats and their Life Stages Bakery Snacks to test out.

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

CANIDAE Grain Free PURE Heaven treats were created by nutritional specialists with a grain and gluten free recipe that includes salmon and sweet potato or duck and chickpeas. They’re also made in the U.S.A.

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The CANIDAE Life Stages Bakery Snacks are made with only 7 nutritious ingredients, allowing you to feed your pet healthy dog treats with an irresistible taste.

Both treats are designed to break easily in half—making treating or training a snap! They are an excellent size for dogs of all life stages, breeds, and sizes.

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Never one to pass up the opportunity to test out a cookie, I found the Canidae treats oh so yummy.

In fact, I think these cute animated gifs of me trying my hardest to get mom to feed me more Canidae treats, by displaying my best cute puppy faces and acrobatics, pretty much speak for how much I enjoyed the cookies….

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

And if you must know, I’ve got my mom trained quite well to feed me more Canidae…..

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Cute dachshund face for the win!

So if you’re looking for some healthy, made in the USA cookies to treat your pup with – be sure to check out CANIDAE. As a bonus, you can even visit this webpage for coupons off your next purchase!

And now for the best part….

Canidae Dog Treats Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL WIN A PACKAGE OF PURE & LIFE STAGES TREATS FROM CANIDAE

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway I will be using, Rafflecopter. We only use the information you provide to contact the winners and we never share it – so not to worry. Winners will be chosen at random and 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 on 11/18/14 12AM EST. Open to USA residents only. Only one winner. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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Disclosure: This is a sponsored post by Canidae, but all opinions are my own, and I was not told what to write! Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. Don’t forget, today is the last day to enter my Ruffwear Giveaway for a Front Range Harness!

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway

Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is brought to you by Ruffwear. This post also contains affiliate links.

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I hope everyone had a fantastic Halloween weekend, I know I sure did. I’ll be back later this week to share my Halloweenie adventures with you, but today I wanted to share with you a new product that I’m very excited about!

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Ruffwear’s new Front Range Harness is great for everyday wear, and a snap to put on your dog.

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

It has an aluminum V-Ring on the back for easy leash attachment, I also use mine in the car and it easily attaches to my seatbelt.

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

It also comes with a reinforced webbing attachment on the front so you can attach a leash there for additional control or training.

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom and Dad also liked how there was padding underneath the buckles in the back, which makes it quick and easy to put my harness on without the risk of the buckles pinching my skin.

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Another cool feature is the hidden ID pocket. Inside the little flap that says ID is a tether so you can attach your dog’s identification, then neatly tuck it into the pocket. It’s great for the hiking trail so you don’t have to worry about your dog’s tags getting caught on things.

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

And for the sake of never having enough ways to keep your dog safe, the inside of the harness also has a handy tag that you can write your dog’s name and phone number on, should they ever get lost (or should you ever loose your super cool new harness).

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The Ruffwear Front Range Harness comes in 4 fun colors – Pacific Blue (which I’m wearing), Twilight Gray, Alpenglow Pink, and Campfire Orange.

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

If you follow me on Facebook, you may have already noticed that I’ve been wearing my Front Range Harness for all of my most recent adventures! It’s quickly become my favorite go – to walking harness.

And even though typically I prefer a harness that doesn’t go between my front legs, this one doesn’t seem to incumber the way I walk and I actually quite enjoy wearing it.

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

But wether I’m hiking the trails, or taking a stroll through town it’s comfortable enough to wear everywhere I go!

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch your own Front Range Harness from Ruffwear for $39.95 in a variety of sizes for big and small dogs.

And now for the best part….

Ruffwear Front Range Harness Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL WIN A FRONT RANGE HARNESS FROM RUFFWEAR!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway I will be using, Rafflecopter. We only use the information you provide to contact the winners and we never share it – so not to worry. Winners will be chosen at random and 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 on 11/11/14 12AM EST. Open to USA residents only. Only one winner. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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Check out all my other reviews of some great Ruffwear Products!
Roamer Leash
Summit Trex Boots
Swamp Cooler

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post by Ruffwear, but all opinions are my own! Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. Don’t forget, today is the last day to enter my Kentucky Bluebird Giveaway for a Crate Pad!

Happy Halloween!

Bump in the Night // Happy Halloween // Ammo the Dachshund

Soooo who’s excited that it’s Halloween? I know I am!

halloween trick or treat

Tonight I get to hand out candy to all the Trick-or-Treaters, and tomorrow is my annual Halloween Party!

Halloween Party // Ammo the Dachshund

You can check out last year’s recap of my Halloween Party (as well as my super awesome Ninja Turtle Costume) – and be sure to take a peek at my costume for this year! I can’t wait to show all my party guests!

What spooktacular plans do you have this weekend? Ammo the Dachshund

Happy Halloweenie Friends!

Scary Things

halloween dog

Seeing as tomorrow is Halloween I thought it would be fun to compile a list of 5 things that give me the heebie jeebies, and just totally make me want to hide under the bed!

Ammo’s List of Scary Things!

The Dog Pack // Ammo the Dachshund

1. Over Zealous Big Dogs

It’s true, I get a little un-nerved when Big Dogs think I’m their own personal squeaky toy. It’s tough being a small dog, and sometimes certain big dogs don’t give you any respect (my pal Trooper is exempt from this category as he’s really just a big softie). But I’m always quick to remind those bigger dogs that I’m NOBODY’S SQUEAKY TOY!

Ammo's Annual Vet Visit // Ammo the Dachshund

2. Vet’s Office

It’s not the vet I dislike, it’s just the actual office. It smells like other dogs, shots, and scary things. I totally get the shakes every time I go. Honestly, do you blame me though……I lost my manhood in that place!

Ammo and the Fly

3. Flies

I don’t know what it is about that tiny little buzzing creature that strikes fear in me, but if one of those flies finds it’s way inside I spend the entire day cowering in the corner as mom runs around trying to swat it for me.

ammo the dachshund camping

4. Campfires

Even though I love to go camping, the smell of campfires and smoke are not something I’m very fond of. Call it natural instinct, call it paranoia – it doesn’t even have to be a campfire, just the smell of something smoking is enough to strike fear in me! I’ve even been known to hide in the bathtub if mom or dad burn dinner (well mostly dad!).

Ammo the Dachshund // Evening Hunting on the Farm

“What’s that sound”?

5. Gun Shots

As ironic as it is (considering my name is Ammo), the sound of a far-off gun shot on the farm is enough to send me screaming for my mom! Better safe than sorry I say!

What are your dog’s biggest fears? Ammo the Dachshund

Hanging out in Leaves

Hanging out in Leaves // Ammo the Dachshund

There is something just so wonderful about hanging out in a pile of leaves.

Hanging out in Leaves // Ammo the Dachshund

The crunchy sound, the dead leafy smell (you totally know what I’m talking about), the pretty fall colors.

Hanging out in Leaves // Ammo the Dachshund

I love ALL OF IT, especially the rumor I heard from Cricket the farm cat that sometimes little critters like to hang out in leaf piles too.

Hanging out in Leaves // Ammo the Dachshund

And this is not the face of a cat that would lie!

Hanging out in Leaves // Ammo the Dachshund

So if you don’t mind, I’ll just spend the rest of my day hanging out in this pile of leaves – and waiting for the critters to join me. *wink*

What’s your favorite thing about a big pile of leaves? Ammo the Dachshund

Halloween Adventures with an American Icon

Disclaimer: this post is brought to you by Barkbox.

So seeing as how we’re just a few short days away from Halloween (or Halloweenie as I like to call it), I decided it was time to officially share my costume for this year. As you might already know, I’ve made it my mission each year to come up with a handmade costume (with some help from my mom and dad) – and this year was no exception!

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Of all the super heroes that have graced the pages of Marvel comics, there is only one real life superhero (well aside from me) …… Evel Knievel. And the legend lives on with my Halloween Costume this year!

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Evel Knievel was known as King of the Daredevils as he flew through the air on his motorcycle – over canyons, mountain lions, rattlesnakes, even buses.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Of course when I chose to be him this Halloween I couldn’t help but envy his costume fashion flare and brave (albeit maybe a bit foolish too) daredevil antics.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

I’m glad he at least opted to wear a helmet!

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Considering Evel Knievel broke a record 32 bones in his career, which landed him in the Guinness Book of World Records, I knew some precautions had to be taken before I attempted my first daredevil feat.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

So to prepare, I practiced falling…..gracefully. Well as gracefully as one can when flying through the air on a motorcycle.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

So after a thorough practice session on “landing” I headed out to the backyard to attempt my first stunt.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Mom helped me set up some ramps, and I double triple checked them for safety.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

But seeing as how I was a little short on school buses for my first daredevil stunt, I had to improvise and use ponies instead.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Also, I had a little trouble coming by a motorcycle, but not to worry – Mom’s vacuum seemed like the perfect thing to carry me through the air.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Now if you’re particularly nervous about watching a dachshund dressed as Evel Knievel riding a vacuum over several ponies than I suggest you close your eyes for this next part. It’s not for the faint of heart.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Better yet, I’ll spare you all the scary details and just let you know that I did it! I landed safely on the other side – clearing the ponies, and gently navigating my vacuum to the ground.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

But you know what, after my hair raising adventure through the air, I decided I’m much safer with all 4 feet on the ground.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Especially when my October Barkbox showed up at my door!

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Packed full of lots of yummy Halloweenie goodies just for me, it totally got my into the spooky spirit! (As if wearing an Evel Knievel costume wasn’t Halloweenie enough)

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

Did you know that Barkbox has a new program called Scout’s Honor – and if you or your pup isn’t completely happy with an item, the BarkHappy team will replace it with something better suited – or issue a credit of equal value to the brand new BarkShop.

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

My favorite this month? This Plush Puppies Invincibles Cat!

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

And now that my Barkbox has arrived, something tells me I won’t be making it to the other side on my next big jump!

If you want to fetch your dog a Barkbox Subscription to be excited about too, make sure you use coupon code AMMO5 for 15% off this month only! Only a few days left!

Evel Knievel // Ammo the Dachshund's Halloween Costume

And now, I leave you with an Evel Knievel quote…

“Kids want to be like me, men want to be me, and the women want to be with me” – Evel Knievel

Happy Halloweenie everyone! Ammo the Dachshund

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Barkbox, but all opinions are entirely my own!

Friday Fetch: Pretty Fluffy Prints

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My friends over at Pretty Fluffy have announced the launch of their online boutique – the Pretty Fluffy Shop. With six original prints for dog lovers everywhere, it’s the perfect present for any pet lover. (I know what to get my mom for Christmas this year!)

Whether you’re a ‘Crazy Dog Lady’ or believe ‘Dogs are a Girl’s Best Friend’ there is a style and sentiment to suit everyone.

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Friday Fetch: Pretty Fluffy Print Shop // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Pretty Fluffy Print Shop // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Pretty Fluffy Print Shop // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Pretty Fluffy Print Shop // Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Pretty Fluffy Print Shop // Ammo the Dachshund

 

You can fetch these fun prints and more at Pretty Fluffy. Ammo the Dachshund

Throwback Thursday: Wiggly Wrestlers

Trooper and I have always been the kind of friends that love to wrestle. So for today’s throwback thursday I dug up this fun video of Trooper and I wrestling (in our patent wiggly way) back in 2011.

But don’t let our quiet little wrestling matches fool you…..we also thoroughly enjoy a game of chase!

ammo and trooper

How does your dog like to play? Ammo the Dachshund

Fall with Martha Stewart

A couple of months ago Trooper and I got the opportunity to have a little fashion show with the new Martha Stewart Fall Pet Line, available at Petsmart.

The end result landed a photo of me on MarthaStewart.com – pretty exciting!

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

The fact is though, mom took so many fun photos of Trooper and I enjoying our new Martha Stewart products – that we had to share all the others that didn’t make the cut!

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

Especially since they are the PERFECT thing to put everyone in the Halloweenie mood!

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

Honestly, what’s more Halloweenie than a dachshund dressed as a pumpkin?

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

Well perhaps a dachshund dressed as a pumpkin in a pile of hay!

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper totally had his eye on the Martha Stewart toys, and I bet he was thinking he’d get to take them home with him after our little photoshoot.

Martha Stewart Pets Fall Line // Ammo the Dachshund

Sorry Trooper, I’ll share my Halloweenie collar with you, but these toys are mine….all mine!

What sort of things are you doing this fall to get into the Halloweenie mood?Ammo the Dachshund

Disclosure: I received products from Martha Stewart to photograph for their website, but decided to share the fun photos on my blog as well! All opinions are my own.

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway

Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is sponsored by the Paw Street Barkery.

Paw Street Bakery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

My new friends over at the Paw Street Barkery thought my tummy was looking a little hungry (isn’t is always) so they kindly sent me over some sweet treats from their organic dog treat line.

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Of course when my pal Trooper caught wind of the fact that there were some yummy treats at my house – he jumped at the chance to help me taste test all of them – how thoughtful.

Paw Street Barkery sent over three yummy flavors for me to try. Mom’s favorite part about them was the limited ingredients, which are perfect for even the most sensitive of tummies.

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Peanut Butter Pooch

Ingredients:

  • Organic White Flour
  • Organic Wheat Flour
  • Organic Peanut Butter
  • Organic Canola Oil

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Sweet Paw-Tato

Ingredients:

  • Organic Sweet Potatoes
  • Organic Rolled Oats
  • Vitamin E

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Chicken Bow-wow

Ingredients:

  • Organic Wheat Flour
  • Organic White Flour
  • Organic Chicken Stock
  • Yeast
  • Vitamin E

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

All that talk about peanut butter, sweet potato, and chicken had Trooper and I drooling!

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The good thing about reviewing cookies is that there’s lots of taste testing required.

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Both Trooper and I agree, Paw Street Barkery makes a mean cookie….and we’re more than happy to vacuum up any and all crumbs should our services be needed to taste test again.

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

You can fetch these yummy treats and more from the Paw Street Barkery!

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And now for the best part….

Paw Street Barkery Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL WIN A $25 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO THE PAW STREET BARKERY

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway I will be using, Rafflecopter. We only use the information you provide to contact the winners and we never share it – so not to worry. Winners will be chosen at random and 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 on 10/21/14 12AM EST. Open to USA readers! Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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Disclosure: This is a sponsored post by the Paw Street Barkery, but all opinions are entirely my own.Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. Don’t forget, today is the last day to enter my giveaway with Tag Me Pet Tags!