Farm Lookouts

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

As barn dogs, there is always a lot of tasks for Trooper and I to do. And to be honest, this farm just wouldn’t run properly without us.

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

Trooper is always on my case to help him be a lookout. “Lookout for low flying birds” “Lookout for cars pulling down the farm driveway” “Lookout for anything suspicious and out of the ordinary”

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

I on the other hand usually have my own ideas about what we should be actually looking out for.

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

What about “Lookout for the snakes that accidentally get baled in the hay”

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

Or “Lookout for yummy missed poop in the pony stalls”

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

“Lookout for people in boots who might mistakenly step on you”

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

And “Lookout for ponies who look cute, but are really thinking maybe they didn’t get enough to eat”.

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

So Trooper can keep a lookout for strangers who might want to brush our ponies (the horror), and whatever other boring stuff he comes up with….

Barn Dogs Get Busy on the Farm

…and I’ll continue to lookout for the important stuff. Because we all know that pony poop isn’t going anywhere except for my belly! Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Growing Old Together

While I wouldn’t necessarily say that Trooper and I are old just yet, we have grown up together over the past 7 years. One of my fondest memories is spending my working days at the shop with my best buddy and wrestling on the shop floor..

Fast forward about 6 years and I’m happy to report that not much has changed….

Growing Old Together // Best Dog Friends

Growing Old Together // Best Dog Friends

Growing Old Together // Best Dog Friends

Something tells me we’ll never be too old to wrestle!

Does your dog still enjoy wrestling with their best doggy friend? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Dog Hair Everywhere

When the new FURminator Comfort Edge DeShedding Tool arrived at my door a few weeks ago, I knew just who would be getting a major grooming, my buddy Trooper!

De-Shedding the Dogs with the Furminator

I have to admit, I’m a wee bit jealous of all of Trooper’s glorious hair (he claims he gets his good hair from his mom, the Australian Shepherd). I on the other hand am plagued with Dachshund pattern baldness (it’s a real thing, look it up!), and have to wear coats and sweaters all winter long to keep warm on the farm.

Winter on the Farm // Ammo the Dachshund

De-Shedding the Dogs with the Furminator

Thanks to our new FURminator mom collected enough Trooper hair to make me a sweater from it! Now who’s good with a loom?

You can check out more great grooming products for pets from FURminator!Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Epic Wrestling Match

My best bud Trooper and I know a thing or two about wrestling. After all we have been doing it since we were just wee pups.

Ammo & Trooper Wrestle with their new Outward Hound Toy

So when we get a new toy, like this Invincibles Snake toy our friends at Outward Hound recently sent us, we tend to go a little nuts with the wrestling!

Ammo & Trooper Wrestle with their new Outward Hound Toy

Ammo & Trooper Wrestle with their new Outward Hound Toy

Ammo & Trooper Wrestle with their new Outward Hound Toy

And when we’re all done wrestling, new toys make the perfect pillows!

If you’d like to snag one of these toys from Outward Hound, you can use code AMMO for 15% off your order thanks to our friends at Outward Hound!

Does your dog have a favorite toy that makes them go crazy with wrestling fever?Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Sleepypod Yummy Bowl Review & Giveaway

Disclaimer : This is a sponsored post and giveaway brought to you by Sleepypod.

You might remember that I wrote a post last fall about the wonderful product that is the Sleepypod Yummy Bowl. Well I’m back to share it with you again….plus a giveaway you won’t want to miss!

Sleepypod Yummy Bowl Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Now see, me and my bestest pal Trooper are always on the go. And now that summer is just around the corner, and things are starting to heat up, we need to make sure we always have a cool drink of water with us no matter where we are. (not to mention a bowl full of kibble too!)

Enter the Sleepypod Yummy Bowl!

Sleepypod Yummy Bowl Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

With two sizes (small and medium), these bowls are the perfect accessory for every road trip, weekend getaway, camping trip, vacation, and more!

Sleepypod Yummy Bowl Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I’ve been using my small Sea Breeze Yummy Bowl for quite some time now, and I can tell you that it’s the first thing I grab when I’m headed out the door for an adventure. Thanks to Sleepypod my pal Trooper now has a medium Yummy Bowl in Blueberry for all of his adventures as well.

Sleepypod Yummy Travel Bowl Product Review & Giveaway via Ammo the Dachshund

Now the Yummy Bowls aren’t just for looks, they are also quite functional in that they can carry your pet’s food and water at the same time! The unique spill resistant bottom bowl makes sure water stays in the bowl and not on the floor.

Sleepypod Yummy Bowl Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

These Yummy bowls also come in 4 delicious colors, Very Berry, Mango Tango, Key Lime, Blueberry (on the right), and the Sea Breeze (on the left).

Sleepypod Yummy Bowl Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

In my previous post I had even tested out the Yummy Bowl’s ability to be frozen with water inside. This is great for keeping your water nice and cold on a hot summer day, or even on an extra long road trip.

Sleepypod Yummy Bowl Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

So if you’re looking for the perfect travel bowl, I highly recommend the Sleepypod Yummy Bowl, you won’t be disappointed.

You can fetch your own Yummy Bowl in small for $29.99 or medium for $39.99.

Sleepypod Yummy Bowl Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

And now for the best part…

ONE Lucky WINNER will WIN a Sleepypod Yummy Travel Bowl!
(winners choose medium or small bowl + color)

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 6/10/14 12AM EST. Open to US Residents Only. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disclosure: This a sponsored post by Sleepypod, all opinions are my own. Ammo the Dachshund

Don’t forget to enter our Ruffwear My Dog is My… Giveaway

Best Friends

Best Friends // Ammo the Dachshund and Trooper

I have a best friend, and his name is Trooper.

Best Friends // Ammo the Dachshund and Trooper

He’s silly and fun, and always knows how to have a good time. Plus he’s so much fun to wrestle with!

Best Friends // Ammo the Dachshund and Trooper

He’s great at keeping secrets, even if I’m not so great at keeping them.

Best Friends // Ammo the Dachshund and Trooper

We’re different, but the same, and I couldn’t be happier to have a best friend to grow old with.Ammo the Dachshund

 

P.S. Thanks to Mattie & Margot for sending along some matching best friend collars for me and my pal Trooper! Because best friends should always look stylish together!

The Dog Pack

The Dog Pack // Ammo the Dachshund

Did you know that I’m a member of a dog pack? My pack consists of a whole menagerie of dogs!

The Dog Pack // Ammo the Dachshund

There’s Bella the Great Pyrenees and my pal Trooper the Australian Shepherd/Labrador Mix.

The Dog Pack // Ammo the Dachshund

And Raisin the Great Pyrenees mix (on the right).

The Dog Pack // Ammo the Dachshund

And then theirs Jack, the Yorkshire Terrier.

The Dog Pack // Ammo the Dachshund

Jack, being the smallest dog in our dog pack is the ring leader (of course the small dogs always rule the roost)!

The Dog Pack // Ammo the Dachshund

But when you get to know Jack, he’s really just a big softie! Aren’t they all!

What kind of dogs do you have in your dog pack? Ammo the Dachshund

Happy 6th Birthday to Trooper!

Trooper as a Puppy // Ammo the Dachshund

Today is my best friend Trooper’s 6th Birthday!

Trooper and Ammo // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper has been by my side since I was just a wee pup. He taught me everything I know, and protected me when I was too tiny to do so myself. In the past 6 years we’ve had so many adventures, and I can’t wait for all the fun that is still yet to come!

Trooper and Ammo canoe ride // Ammo the Dachshund

super hero ammo and trooper

trooper swimming ammo the dachshund

ammo and trooper

ammo and trooper

trooper and ammo hoop

So Happy Birthday best pal!

trooper puppy

xoxo, Ammo the Dachshund

Friday Fetch: Dog Pool Float

dog pool float loungerThey don’t call it the dog days of summer for nothing! It’s scorching out there right now! That’s why if I had a pool I’d totally be begging mom and dad for one of these. Come to think of it, they might work out just great for floating down the Brandywine River too! Ooooooh Mom….

The Dog Pool Float Louger from Frontgate makes it so your favorite partner in crime can float in style – or stay cool as he lounges on the deck. It’s made of Vinyl-coated fabric and nonporous foam with make it ultra-buoyant and strong. It’s also crafted with puncture-resistant, woven vinyl mesh that won’t stain, fade, or mildew. When dampened, it will keep your pet cool and relaxed. They come in a variety of colors and sizes.

You can fetch your own Dog Pool Float Lounger from Frontgate for $90 – $130

dog pool float lounger

dog pool float lounger

 

Lineman

On Sunday we had our last event at Iron Horse Farm before winter. Me and Trooper helped out.

Ok fine, maybe we weren’t THAT helpful.

See photos from the event here.