January 2016 Monthly Recap

Well, I officially made it through the first month in 2016! Yay! I always enjoy looking back over the fun times I get to have, and January was no exception.

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And now it’s time for my January adventures…

Happy New Year // Ammo the Dachshund

I kicked things off in 2016 by looking at my year ahead, and making a little modification to my blogging schedule.

Ammo the Dachshund Spends Christmas with his Family

I recapped the wonderful Christmas I had with my family.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Pet Friendly Shopping in Charleston

I shared my adventures shopping in Charleston, and even went in my very first grocery store!

Oh The Places You Sleep: Vol. 10 with Ammo the Dachshund

I got my sleep on with the continuation of my sleeping series.

National Hat Day with Ammo the Dachshund

I celebrated National Hat Day with some pretty cool hats my mom made.

Ammo the Dachshund Reviews the Kibble Drop from Chewy.com

I tested out a new toy for smart dogs.

Thanksgiving Road Trip: Skim Boarding Dogs

I shared my adventures skim boarding on Folly Beach.

Impending Doom - Ammo prepares for the snowstorm

I got ready for impending doom as winter storm Jonas approached my area.

Naught Dog Caught on Camera with Vimtag + A Giveaway

I got caught on camera doing some naughty things! (which P.S. this blog post still has some time left for you to enter my super fun giveaway!)

Winter Storm Jonas & A Dog's Fun Snowday

I had a snow day at home after Winter Storm Jonas hit.

Winter Storm Jonas on the Farm with Ammo the Dachshund

I played with my ponies in the snow!

And now February is here, and I’m so excited to see what it shall bring! (secretly I’m hoping for more snow so that I can have a few more snow days). How about you, what are you looking forward to this February? 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