When Jealousy Strikes

Disclaimer: This post is brought to you by Carlson Pet Products. All opinions are my own and I only share products I think you and your pets will love.

Carlson Pet Products Portable Pet Pen

When I suddenly found myself this summer the big brother to a tiny little human, I never imagined all the cool stuff that would come with her. Like this play yard for instance. I mean just look how cool it is with all the dangling dog toys and colorful shapes.

Carlson Pet Products Portable Pet Pen

It was so cool in fact that my mom kept finding me inside it, mostly when my sister wasn’t occupying it, but occasionally I just couldn’t resist jumping in to play with her too.

Carlson Pet Products Portable Pet Pen

Mom said as cute as it was that I wanted to share in my sisters playtime that it wasn’t really a good idea. Because even though I try my hardest to be gentle, I do have pointy nails, and a tail, and sometimes I don’t always look before I leap. (guilty as charged)

While this is all very true I admit, how was it fair that I didn’t get to play in her little pen with all the fun toys?

Carlson Pet Products Portable Pet Pen

I guess I shouldn’t have worried too much, because did you know there is such a thing as a Portable Pet Pen?

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That’s right, inside this bag is my very own personal play pen!

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It popped open in seconds (you can check out a video of it in action), and I knew my sister was going to be so jealous when she saw what I got, but sorry sister, this pen is only for me!

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It even had a built in doggie door just for little dogs my size!

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Mom filled my pen with some of my favorite toys at the shop so when she can’t keep an eye on me I could safely play inside my pen.

Carlson Pet Products Portable Pet PenCarlson Pet Products Portable Pet Pen

Now my sister and I both have our own special containment areas to keep us safe. Mom doesn’t have to worry about me jumping on the baby accidentally when she’s busy working, and I don’t have to worry about my little sister trying to steal all my toys! Because lets face it, I’m way more spoiled than her in the toy department.

Carlson Pet Products Portable Pet PenCarlson Pet Products Portable Pet Pen

The best part though is we can still see each other through the breathable and see-through mesh walls, so I can still fulfill my big brother duties by keeping an eye on little sis.

You can snag one of these awesome Portable Pet Pens from Carlson Pet Products for 10% off and FREE SHIPPING with code PETPEN10

Mom says these pens would also be great for puppies, taking pets on vacation, and even dogs that show and compete as they can be used outdoors as well!

What sort of naughty things do you need to keep your dog from getting into?Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

The Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway

Disclaimer: This post and giveaway is brought to you by the Savvy Dachshunds Boutique. All opinions are my own, and I only share products I think my readers will love.

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Recently I was introduced to the Savvy Dachshund Boutique and their fun line of custom made clothing to fit the unique shapes of the hard-to-fit Dachshund shape. Now if you are owned by a Dachshund, then you probably know it can be such a pain to find outfits to fit our long bodies and big chests.

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Well at the Savvy Dachshund Boutique you can order custom handmade clothing in your own dog’s size and a variety of fun styles.

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

This cute little wool tweed jacket I received was super stylish, and even though it’s probably not the ideal jacket for on the farm (since the hay and horse hair would stick to this in seconds), I couldn’t help but take it for a spin in the snow. Mostly because I look darn good in the snow with a tweed jacket on!

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

This coat would be fantastic to strut your stuff on your evening walk (and would be sure to make all the other pup’s jealous!).

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

And really, fireside lounging never looked so good when you’ve got on a tweed jacket!

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The prices for jackets at the Savvy Dachshund Boutique range from $20 – $38, so you can be sure to get something special for your dog at a great price. They also come with a handy hole in the back to snap onto a harness or collar to make walking extra easy!

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I also took this Navy Plaid Jacket for a spin. The inside is lined with soft fleece with velcro closures on the chest and belly and it even had functional pockets on both sides! I can’t decide if I want to stuff them with cookies or bully sticks – it’s a tough call.

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

This jacket even has a cute little matching snood. For $12 these fleece Snoods can be made to match any jacket you order and is a great addition to keep your little pup’s neck warm.

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

So if you’re looking for some custom clothing to fit your Dachshund be sure to check out the Savvy Dachshund Boutique and as a bonus you can use code 87879 for FREE SHIPPING on your order!

And now for the best part…

Savvy Dachshunds Clothing Boutique Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL WIN A COAT FROM THE SAVVY DACHSHUND BOUTIQUE
*coat will be the same style as the one pictured above

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

To enter use the Rafflecopter widget below. 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. Open to USA residents only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway

Disclaimer: This post and giveaway are brought to you by Ruffwear and does contain affiliate links.

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Ruffwear is one of my favorite dog brands when it comes to rough and tumble adventure gear for pets and pet lovers. So when they came out with their new collection of spring gear I was excited to get the chance to test out their new Haul Bag.

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

The Ruffwear Haul Bag is designed to fit all your dog’s gear no matter where they go; camping, road trips, or just visiting friends.

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

It’s got exterior and interior pockets for everything, so that you’re sure to keep all your dog’s essentials neat and organized.

Now my mom, she’s a self-proclaimed “bag lady” – she has bags for everything! And the Haul Bag is the perfect thing to keep us all organized for our up and coming adventures.

 

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

In fact, the Haul Bag is so roomy that it could even haul me around if need be!

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

But don’t worry, it also collapses into a nice, flat package for those times when you need to stow it away too.

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

During the summer months especially I love to keep a bag packed with all of my must have gear. I never quite know when my family and I are just going to pick-up and head out on our next big adventure.

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

So if you’re looking for a great bag to keep all of your pup’s gear organized (or even your own gear too if your dog will share), I highly recommend the Ruffwear Haul Bag! You can fetch the Haul Bag from Ruffwear for $79.95 with free shipping!

And now for the best part….

Ruffwear Haul Bag Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL WIN A HAUL BAG 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 3/10/15 12AM EST. Open to USA residents only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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Disclaimer: this post is sponsored by Ruffwear, but all opinions are entirely my own!

New in the Shop! Graphic Dachshund Prints

Over the past several months I’ve been helping my mom design our very own set of adorable dachshund prints for my shop. With yours truly as the muse we are finally able to introduce 6 sweet prints that are now available for purchase!

New in the Shop! Graphic Dachshund Prints! via Ammo the Dachshund // Flying Hero

New in the Shop! Graphic Dachshund Prints! via Ammo the Dachshund // Flying Hero

Available matted or unmatted these prints come as a Black and Tan Dachshund or Red Dachshund with 3 different background patterns to choose from.

New in the Shop! Graphic Dachshund Prints! via Ammo the Dachshund // Flying Hero

Each one was completely hand-drawn by my mom on her tablet and has been professionally printed on a petite 4″x4″ size – most appropriate considering us dachshunds are short and sweet.

New in the Shop! Graphic Dachshund Prints! via Ammo the Dachshund // Flying Hero

So if you’re looking to add something happy to your walls this spring you can check out these Graphic Dachshund prints in my Etsy Shop starting at $10!

And as an added bonus, you can use code FREESHIP to get Free Shipping on all domestic orders! Yay! Ammo the Dachshund

Born Pretty Review & Giveaway

Disclaimer: This review and giveaway is a sponsored post by Born Pretty.

The website, Born Pretty, recently launched a new line of pet products and asked if I would like to test some of them out.

I browsed through their online shop which had a lot of variety of items, most of which were at pretty reasonable prices – and they even offer FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING! From winter coats, to light up collars, toys and more – I had a tough time deciding what to test out.

Born Pretty Product Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I finally landed on this treat launcher (which I’ve always wanted to try) and this interesting rubber egg dog toy.

The rubber egg didn’t come with any packaging and the online description wasn’t very informative other than to say that it was resistant to dog bites. Since I’m such a tough chewer mom decided not to let me play with the egg since she couldn’t determine if it might easily break apart or harm me if I swallowed any pieces.

Born Pretty Product Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

That’s ok though, because the toy I really wanted to test out was the treat launcher! And after a quick wash (as suggested on the back of the package) I was ready to launch some treats!

I had a little trouble locating those flying cookies, but I’m sure with a bit more practice I will totally get the hang of it!

The launcher works a bit easier if you don’t over-fill it with treats, but regardless it was still fun to play with. How can you not like a toy that shoots cookies into the air?

Born Pretty Product Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

And now for the best part…..

TWO Lucky WINNERS will WIN A TREAT LAUNCHER from Born Pretty

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 1/14/14 12AM EST. Open to ALL COUNTRIES. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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And incase you can’t wait to get your hands on one (or any of the other products from Born Pretty), you can use code SXBQ10 to receive 10% off your order!

Don’t forget, today is the last day to enter my Pet Flow GiveawayAmmo the Dachshund

Disclosure: I received some toys from Born Pretty for review on my blog, but all opinions are entirely my own! I would like to note this company is located overseas (which I did not realize until after agreeing to a review) – as I know some of you may prefer to only purchase from US companies. Also because of this winners prizes may take 3 – 5 weeks to arrive.

Monthly Sponsor Shoutout

It’s time for me to send out a little virtual thank you to my very special blog sponsors! Blogging doesn’t come without expenses and it’s because of my lovely sponsors that I can keep the website up and running and the adventures rolling in.

Sponsor: K9 Carfence // Ammo the Dachshund

K9 CarFence is the perfect thing to keep your pets safe in the car. Their unique safety net catches and cradles dogs in a soft strong net in case of sudden stops. It allows your pets to move freely about, while still protecting them while you drive. It’s a must have for anyone who enjoys taking their pets on adventures with them!

K9 CarFence has also offered up a special promo code for all of our readers! Use AMMO at checkout to receive FREE SHIPPING on your order.

You can shop with K9 CarFence HERE and also be sure to like them on Facebook!

 

Sponsor: Envision Event Media // Ammo the Dachshund

Envision Event Media provides high-definition video production, customized editing, wireless studio-quality audio, and graphic design packages for all your video production needs. Based out of Asheville, North Carolina (but available to travel) Envision Event Media is run by my mom’s brother, Taylor Hellhake. So when you are looking for a videographer for your next big project, make sure you check out Envision Event Media!

 

Sponsor: Painting Pony // Ammo the Dachshund

Painting Pony is home to my three favorite ponies, Minnow, Blitz, and Boomer, known as the World-famous Painting Chincoteague Ponies. With brushes in their mouths these boys know how to work some paint! Their paintings have sold all over the World, and have been featured in magazines, newspapers and television. I can also be seen performing with this talented trio as they make appearances at schools, horse shows, fairs, and events. Make sure you check out all their amazingness at Painting Pony.

Get 10% off your entire purchase with code PONYPAL at Painting Pony!

 

Advertise with Ammo the DachshundIf you would like to find out more about my advertising rates, click HERE.

And thanks again to all of my wonderful sponsors, I couldn’t do it without you! Ammo the Dachshund

Sponsor Welcome: K9 CarFence

I’m very excited to welcome my new blog sponsor, K9 CarFence!

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You might remember a couple of months ago I got to test out their K9 CarFence in my own car (you can read my review here).

I’m a huge advocate of keeping pets safe in the car (we’re all precious cargo now aren’t we?), and the K9 Carfence is one of those products that does just that! We should all be able to agree that allowing your dog to roam freely in the car while you are driving is not very safe, for you or your pet. With the K9Carfence you can still allow your dog that freedom in the car, while keeping them safe at the same time.

Some key features of the K9Carfence include:

  • Catches and cradles dogs in a soft strong net in case of sudden stops
  • Fast, easy, no-tools set up
  • Keeps your pet visible to you at all times with the see-through mesh
  • Keeps pets in a safe confined area and out from under car pedals or laps which can easily distract a driver
  • Can accommodate multiple dogs within one K9Carfence
  • Easy to fold up and move to another vehicle

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K9 CarFence has offered up a special promo code for all of our readers! Use AMMO at checkout to receive FREE SHIPPING on your order.

You can shop with K9 CarFence HERE and also be sure to like them on FacebookAmmo the Dachshund

 

Super Pony DVD Release!

The day has finally come! It’s time to announce the official release of the brand-new Super Pony DVD, staring the talented Minnow from Painting Pony…..and ME!

Ammo the Dachshund Super Hero and his Super Hero Pony

Thanks to my talented Uncle Taylor and Depthink Productions, we began filming for the DVD this past summer, and I’m so excited that it’s finally ready to share with everyone!

Super Pony DVD Release! via Ammo the Dachshund and Painting Pony

Check out the DVD Trailer:

ON THIS DVD

Trainer, Kyley DiLuigi, introduces us to Super Pony, the alter ego of the talented Chincoteague Pony, Minnow! Watch as he shows us some of his favorite trick performances, many of which have been performed at expos, fairs, schools, and even the Annual Chincoteague Pony Penning. Several performances also include Minnow’s lovable sidekick, Ammo the Dachshund, as well as other members of the Painting Pony crew. In addition to 5 featured videos, this DVD also contains 2 bonus videos: a visit to Iron Horse Farm, home to the Painting Ponies; and a talk given by Kyley about everyone’s favorite Chincoteague Pony, Misty of Chincoteague.

PAINTING PONY

In 2007, Painting Pony was founded when Kyley DiLuigi decided to bring her paints from art school out to the farm where she kept her 14-year-old pony, Minnow. That cold winter day Minnow became the World’s First Painting Chincoteague Pony as he created his very first masterpiece. As it became evident that Minnow had a gift that he truly loved, the paintings he created began to pile higher and higher. Feeling the need to share Minnow’s art with the world, Kyley started PaintingPony.com and the rest is history!

Super Pony DVD Release! via Ammo the Dachshund and Painting Pony

The Super Pony DVD is approx. 20 minutes and is available for purchase at $12 on PaintingPony.com

You’ll get to see performances by me and Minnow as well as me and my buddy Trooper. You even get to see me paint!

There is still plenty of time to order your copy for Holiday Gifts!
As a special gift to all my followers, enter code FREESHIP at checkout to receive free shipping on your entire order! (domestic orders only).

Snag your copy HEREAmmo the Dachshund

Dream Big – Winner Announced

We had lots of entries for my Dream Big contest, in which one lucky reader will win one of my brand-new prints from the Flying Hero Etsy Shop.

Dream Big Dachshund Print by Ammo the Dachshund // Flying Hero
Dream Big WinnerI had so much fun reading everyone’s big dreams, which included starting rescue groups, writing books, traveling to Africa, and even finishing college. But sadly there can be only one winner, and today’s winner is comment #25 Krista, who’s dream is to visit the Cook Islands.

Flying Hero Etsy Shop

Thanks to everyone who entered my giveaway, and since I hate to see anyone go home empty handed, you can use the coupon code FREESHIP in my etsy shop, Flying Hero, to receive free shipping anywhere in the US on any order! Yay for free!

I hope you have a wonderful Friday, and don’t forget to keep dreaming big! Ammo the Dachshund