Ammo the Dachshund

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July 2015 Monthly Recap

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Ammo

I can’t believe that the summer is almost over. It makes me sad to see it go, but I’m glad I’ve been able to pack in so much fun. I can’t wait to share what I’ve been up to this past July!

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And now onto my July Adventures…

I kicked off July by reaping my annual camping trip, that came with lots and lots of rain!

I celebrated the 4th of July!

I tested out what is now my new favorite dog life vest from my friends at Ruffwear.

Things dried out on my camping trip, and I went fishing!

I visited the Beltzville Lake with my pal Shilah the Husky.

I shared Vol. 4 of my crazy sleeping spots. Things got a little weird.

I threw a party with Jones Natural Chews!

I practiced my dog agility on the farm, because real dogs gotta keep up their muscular physique!

My dad read me a super hero bedtime story.

I helped my parents start a kitchen renovation project.

I dove head first into a WHOLE BAG OF MEAT from my friends at Chewy.

I shared some more of the struggles in my life.

I shared one of the newest toys I’m totally digging on Pinterest.

I shared some toys with my kitty pal Spider.

I made some super easy frozen pet treats.

I shared how my parents choose the healthiest foods for me to eat!

Trooper and I had an epic wrestling match.

I shared a video about why I wish my legs were a little longer.

Man, July was so much fun, don’t you think? What sort of fun have you been having with your dog this past month? Do tell!

Dachshund Goes Camping in the Rain

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Ammo

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Every year I go tent camping with friends during the summer. It’s a fun trip (filled with dog friendly adventures) that I look forward to all year long!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Especially since I get to spend all weekend with this lovely lady, my pal Shilah the Husky!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

This year’s camping trip was a little different, because when I woke up on Saturday morning it was raining. And not just a little bit of rain, it POURED ALL-DAY-LONG!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

The rain sort of put a damper on all the fun activities we had planned, but lucky for me mom packed my raincoat, and I wasn’t going to let the wetness stop me from having a good time.

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

The campsite we rented this year came with a bare-bones rustic cabin (although I always tent camp!), and thankfully the porch provided the perfect haven for lounging during the heavy rain.

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Eventually we all started to get cabin fever though, and when the rain lightened up just a bit it was time to venture out for some outdoor fun (with our raincoats of course).

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Even my camera crew dressed appropriately for the weather – so that I would have all these great pictures to share with you!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Our campsite had this neat stream that ran through it, and I quickly discovered my new favorite activity…..FISHING!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Consider my mind fully blown when Shilah’s dad actually caught a fish!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

BEST DAY EVER! I love fishing!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

And then when the fish we caught got released back into the water I couldn’t help myself from starting my own rescue mission. I mean he might drown!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

I never did succeed, hopefully Mr. Fish was a good swimmer!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

After a full day in the cold wet rain we all were a bit soggy, myself included.

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

So we had to make a trip into town to dry off, get food (for the folks that didn’t eat dog food), and make a walmart run for more rain gear!

Tent Camping in the Rain with Ammo the Dachshund

After all my excitement in the rain I was pretty pooped. Thankfully my tent was nice and dry, and the perfect haven to rest up for another day of camping fun!

Stay tuned next week when I continue my adventures in the woods, where I even made a trip to the lake!

Wondering where to get any of my great camping gear? Be sure to check out my gear page!

P.S. Special thanks to Shilah’s mom from Mrs. Dailey’s Classroom for all the great photos of our soggy camping experience (the ones not watermarked with my website)!

Camping in the Pocono Mountains

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Ammo

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Over the weekend I packed my bags and headed for the mountains, the Pocono Mountains to be exact, for a weekend of camping and fun with my pal Shilah the Husky.

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Shilah and I both made our way to the mountains ready for some adventures, and a bit of relaxing too.

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Our rustic retreat included a super fun footbridge (the only way across the river) that Shilah and I thought was a blast!

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Our parents perhaps could of wished they could park the car a little closer to our campsite. But like I say, a little exercise never hurt anyone!

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Our digs for the weekend included a fun little cabin (although I opted to set-up and sleep in my tent) in the woods.

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

I of course wasted no time checking out all necessary “holes” to make sure no critters were intruding on our campsite.

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

The accommodations were quite rustic, including this outdoor shower, but when you’re a dog – none of that really matters does it!

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

A few steps from camp was a stream, complete with my very own waterfall!

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Dad had fun casting out the fishing rod – which was a first for me. I’ve also since discovered that I get about as worked up about fishing as my adventurous pal, Crusoe the Dachshund. Although my main goal is trying to save that little bobber (or tiny floating ball as I saw it) from “drowning”. Mom says I need to work on the idea that fishing is supposed to be a relaxing sport, not a “bark as loud as you can and frantically try to save things out of the water” sport.

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

Aside from fishing, Shilah and I had fun relaxing around the campsite – taking in as much outdoor time as we could!

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

After a full day of fun, Shilah and I were ready for some campfire food! Unfortunately all we got was kibble…..but the smells were enough to make a dog drool.

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

As the night rolled on Shilah and I grew tired of patrolling the campsite in our Glowdoggies, and it seemed it was time to call it a night.

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

I snuggled into my sleeping bag dreaming of all the critters I would hunt for the next day…

Camping in the Pocono Mountains with Ammo the Dachshund

And I awoke rested and ready for my next big adventure!

Stay tuned tomorrow as I share my adventures hiking Glen Onoko Falls!