The Big Secret I’ve Been Hiding

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

It’s true. I’ve been hiding something from you.

This blog has always been a way for me to share my daily adventures with the world, and I love that all of you continue to check in to see what I’m up to in my life.

Winter on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

From snow days on the farm…

A Day at the Beach // Ammo the Dachshund

…beach days in the summer…

Shop Dog // Work // Ammo the Dachshund

…and my hard working days at the shop, I’ve shared just about everything on this blog.

Except there is one thing that I’ve kept a secret. Until now…

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

This summer I’m going to be starting my biggest adventure yet, as a BIG BROTHER! That’s right, after 7 years of being an “only child” my family is going to be gaining a new member.

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

My new 2-legged little sister will be here before I know it, and I’ve still got a lot to do to prepare!

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

I’ve already been practicing my dress-up skills, and I don’t even mind having to wear pink shades with my fashionable bunny slippers….

Ammo the Dachshund Super Hero and his Super Hero Pony

…just so long as Minnow and I can still play Super Heroes with her too!

The Big Secret Ammo the Dachshund's Been Hiding

While I know things around here will change, I’m more than ready for my next big adventure!

Thanks to all of you for supporting me along the way, and being there to cheer me on no matter where life takes me. Adventure Awaits!

P.S. My lovely Guard Dog Bandana is compliments of Paper Whale Design on EtsyAmmo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Basketball and Snowballs

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

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

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

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!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Practicing in Public

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!).

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? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

First Spring Adventures

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

Over the weekend Spring arrived. Although it didn’t really feel like it (hence my bundled up self on the farm in the picture above). While my first Spring adventures didn’t involve weekend hiking trips, camping, or travels, I still got to spend time with my family – which is really all the adventure I need!

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

From good morning kisses with my best friend Trooper on the farm…

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

(even when he maybe found them a bit embarrassing in front of the ponies!)

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

….to waiting for mom to finish painting my basement playroom….

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

…and even napping on the couch after farm chores…

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

First Spring Adventures with Ammo the Dachshund

…the best part of every adventure is getting to share it with the ones I love!

I’m looking forward to many more “adventures” this year. How about you? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Skim Boarding Dogs

Back in November I went on a fun road trip adventure with my family and best pal Trooper to South Carolina. While true, it’s been nearly 2 months since then, I still have one last adventure to share with everyone, and it’s a fun one!

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Skim Boarding Dogs

Despite the fact that it wasn’t exactly SUPER warm down south my Uncle Taylor always likes to get us dogs excited about having a splash in the ocean when we hit the beach.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Skim Boarding Dogs

Since I’m never one to miss an adventure I didn’t hesitate one bit to jump into the cold water and have a little fun.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Skim Boarding Dogs

Uncle Taylor taught me everything there is to know about skim boarding.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Skim Boarding Dogs

And I made sure him and Trooper didn’t drown in the process!

Do you think your dog would be as excited about skim boarding as Trooper and I are? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Shopping in Charleston

Thanksgiving is obviously well behind us, but with the craziness that is Christmas I never got to finish telling you all about my adventures on my last road trip! So today I wanted to share my fun shopping excursions in Charleston, South Carolina!

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Trooper and I are always very excited when we are involved in the family outings during vacation. While most dogs might sit at home Trooper and I are included in as much as possible, and you better believe I wasn’t going to let them leave me out of a shopping adventure!

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Before heading to Charleston we made a stop at this cute market on Folly Beach. Apparently it’s a mini “grocery store” according to mom and dad.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Now I’ve never been in a grocery store before, because they are normally a “no dogs allowed” place, but Bert’s Market is super dog friendly! I guess in a small beach town you can have those luxuries.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

And to be honest, I’m a little peeved that I was never allowed in this glorious place with all things edible before!

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Trooper and I agree, it’s almost better than the pet store! *Drool*

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Before hitting Charleston for some more shopping Trooper and I stopped off at the Disc Golf course to watch some of my family play. My buddy Sharkie was there too making sure no discs ended up in the lake. Apparently he’s an expert at rescuing drowning discs…..go Sharkie!

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Then it was off to downtown Charleston for some shopping!

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Trooper decided to wait in the car while I hit up all the best stores. I love that most of the shops are pet friendly!

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Of course even in the “human” stores I was able to find the dog stuff! This shop had some fun gear from one of my favorite retailers, Ruffwear.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

Most of the shops I visited became a blur, but eventually we found a cute little pet shop and mom bought me some of my favorite treats.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

By the time I made it back to the car I was pretty exhausted. Shopping is a very tough job, but nothing a little cat nap can’t fix.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

It’s a good thing Trooper didn’t hit the shops like I did, because he couldn’t even make it through our next lunch stop without passing out. He’s such a lightweight!

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

My trip to South Carolina was shaping up to be such fun adventure, and don’t worry, I’ve still got a few more tales to share too!

Do you have a favorite vacation you took with your dog?Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

I’m a little late with giving everyone a recap of my Thanksgiving vacation, but with the busy holiday season at my mom’s shop I had a hard time getting my “tech team” to edit all the photos! But have no fear! I’m ready to share all the details of my week long trip down south to Folly Beach, South Carolina.

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Before I dive in to all the fun I had visiting with my family, I have to introduce you to my new friends! The cute little Jack Russell puppy is Artemis and the fluffy white fellow, Sharkie (or Mark Sharkman for those that know him a little better). Artemis and Sharkie are Folly Beach residents and they had a blast showing Trooper and I how to be real beach dogs.

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Artemis has just started his Beach Dog training (after all he is pretty young still), but not to worry, I took him under my wing and shared all the important things about the world with him. Like how to hunt rabbits, dig holes, and bark at strangers.

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Sharkie on the other hand is a beach dog pro!

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Sharkie’s ball chasing skills made Trooper and I look like a couple of idiots.

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Yeah, I’m pretty sure we should be embarrassed to be seen in public after watching Sharkie chase after his ball. We didn’t come off anywhere near as elegant as he does in photos.

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Gotta love a dog that knows what he wants!

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Sharkie and I had a blast on the beach though and it was fun having another small dog sidekick to run around with. I’m pretty sure Trooper felt very out numbered with all us shorties.

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

I already miss being able to run like the wind on the wide open beach. It’s something I’ll never get tired of.

And since you all couldn’t be there with me to enjoy the glorious beach, I made this fun video so you could pretend like you were there with me!

So what do you think? Aren’t you impressed with Sharkie’s ball skills? (Don’t tell him, but I’ve been practicing at home so that next time we get together I’ll look a little cooler!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Adventure Awaits Ahead

In a few days I’m heading out on my next big adventure! That’s right, I’ve been planning another fun road trip, just in time for Thanksgiving!

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

My bags are packed, and this time I’m headed toward Charleston, South Carolina for a week of fun on the beach with my family.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

You might remember that I’ve visited Charleston before.…well I’m looking forward to another trip and can’t wait to spend time with my family.

Road Trip with Ammo - Dog Friendly Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

Speaking of family, my best pal Trooper is also coming with me! Yippee!

If you want to make sure you don’t miss a second of the fun, be sure to follow me on Instagram and Facebook where I’ll be posting pictures throughout my adventure.
And for any of you South Carolinians, anyone have any great sight seeing spots I should visit? Or tips for dog friendly adventures in Charleston? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Daily Adventures of Ammo the Dachshund

It wouldn’t be a shocker if I told you that my mom and dad have amassed thousands and thousands of pictures and video of me over the years. Sometimes those pictures and videos make it onto my blog, and sometimes they just sit on the computer – tiny little tidbits of my everyday life to look back on and smile.

Photography // Ammo the Dachshund

I thought it would be fun to share some of those unseen tidbits. A little glimpse into what everyday life is for me, playing with my toys, greeting people at work, hanging out on the farm – even the mundane can make me appreciate how very lucky I am.

So enjoy this fun little compilation video made up of clips from the past week or two…

Do you collect photos and video of your dog that never sees the light of day?Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure

Over the weekend I took my annual trip to the Fairhill International Event in Maryland. “Eventing” is the ultimate test of a horse and rider and has been referred to as the Triathlon of equestrian sport. Through tests in dressage, cross country, and show jumping the horse and rider work together to show that they can compete in the most demanding and highest levels of equestrian sports.

At Fairhill the highest level to watch is the CCI 3*. Horses and riders who do well in the 3* event may qualify to compete internationally or at the Olympics or World Championships. Pretty cool huh?

Well as much as I was excited to watch some of the top riders and horses in the world compete in the 3*, I was even more excited to see some of my old friends!

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

My very special friends from the World Famous Chincoteague Pony Drill Team were visiting from Chincoteague to perform with their special ponies!

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

Before I even made it out to watch the cross county course, I parked myself in the stands to cheer on my friends. Did you know that some the ponies are even descendants of Misty…and that pony second from the right…we’ll she’s my pal Blitz’s full sister, “Surf n’Turf”.

I had a blast watching their amazing choreographed drill.

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

Then it was time to head over to the Cross Country Jump Course where the 3* riders were competing. Can you believe that I’ve never actually watched a horse do Cross Country before? Usually when I visit the Fairhill event I go on the Stadium Jumping day, which means all the jumps that the horses go over are contained inside an arena.

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

Well on the Cross Country course the horses and riders race through miles of terrain over HUGE elaborate jumps like this one. Can you believe they jump stuff like this? Which by the way, this one was pretty tame compared to some of the other jumps.

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

As you can imagine the horses that compete in these events are in peak physical condition. I was in awe of their athletic ability.

I really enjoyed Cross Country Day and I loved being able to hike around the course watching my favorite riders race over jumps!

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

At the Fairhill Event there is lots to see and do (and shop for), including many food choices too….yum!

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

I actually drew quite a spectacle at the event with my fancy coats, and my warm snood (it was a pretty chilly day). Not only did many people stop to take my picture, but even these Alpacas couldn’t quite figure out why I had so many layers on.

Well if I had fur like them maybe I wouldn’t have to wear all these layers!

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

Before heading home I made sure to squeeze in as much fun as I could. I played in the straw…

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

…I rode a pony (sort of)…

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

…I rolled in the Fairhill grass (which by the way this Maryland grass isn’t much different from my Pennsylvania grass….just saying’)….

Fairhill International Cross Country Adventure with Ammo the Dachshund

….and I even dug a hole (shhh! don’t tell anyone!).

And don’t worry, I made sure not to dig it right smack in the middle of the Cross Country Course. (I’m not that evil).

Until next year Fairhill!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity