Vintage Wrestlers for Halloween

Happy Halloween!

Technically I may be a few days late, but my costume this year was just too much fun not to share with everyone. It’s also been quite some time since I’ve actually published a new blog post (sorry!), but I’ve been just having such a blast with so many adventures over the past few years that it’s been hard to keep up. But if you really want to make sure you haven’t missed a thing, be sure to follow along with me on Facebook & Instagram.

Now I give you my 2019 Family Halloween Costume……

We decided to go all out with a group theme this year channeling our inner 80s/90s wrestlers with Jake the Snake, Macho Man, Ultimate Warrior and Hulk Hogan. I of course was the famous Rowdy Roddy Piper!

Completely handmade by my mom and dad, this year’s costume was just too much fun. Sparked by my littlest sister’s awesome bleach blonde mullet, she was just too perfect for the part of Hulk Hogan. I’m not quite sure how we will top this one for next year!

Happy Halloween! Keep on Wrestling!

Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Adventures in Candyland

Halloween has always been sort of a big deal at my house. My parents have helped me hand-make many elaborate costumes over the years and we always throw an elaborate party at my house. This year was no exception. So without further ado, I give you my 2017 Halloween costume…

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

King Candy from Candyland!

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

All mom had to say was that I get to wear a crown and carry a cool scepter and I was on board.

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

But Candyland isn’t quite as fun without someone to help you rule the land.

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

So Princess Lolly made an appearance as well!

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

Princess Lolly was minus her crown (because to no ones surprise she hated how it messed up her hair), but she did come bearing candy (aka dog cookies).

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

We had a blast making our way to the Candy Kingdom.

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

Until someone ran out of “candy” and suddenly neither of us cared who got to the castle first.

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

But the adventure along the way was the best part anyway.

Adventures in Candyland / Ammo the Dachshund

Happy Halloweenie Friends! Enjoy your “candy”! Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

 

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Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 12

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 12

Even though I’m on a bit of a blogging vacation, I just couldn’t in good conscience leave without sharing the very last monthly update for my little sister now that she’s officially 1 year old!

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 12

On August 7th my sister celebrated an entire year of life, and it’s hard to believe that it’s been an entire year since she changed my life completely.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 12

Not gonna lie, it was a big adjustment at first, but I’m really starting to enjoy the sweet hugs my sister gives me and our night time tug-of-war ritual.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 12

Some days are tougher than others…

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 12

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 12

…but at the end of the day she’s my very biggest fan, and I can’t imagine my life without her now.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol. 12

I have a feeling that my days of princess dress-up and Disney movies are just around the corner. And I’m totally ready!

Happy Birthday Baby P! I love you more everyday! xoxo, Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

P.S. I’m back to vacation mode, but I’m sure you’ll see me pop in here and there with an update. Be sure to follow me on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with my daily adventures, as my blog posts will be sparse for the time being.

 

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This Wild Ride

ammo the dachshund blogging outdoors

It’s been 7 whole years since I published my very first blog post on this blog. That’s over 1,600 stories and adventures that I’ve shared over the years. A lot has happened in those 7 years, I became a certified therapy dog, I celebrated countless Birthdays, I hunted many groundhogs, and I even welcomed my little sister into the world.

Meet My Sister // Ammo gets a sibling

What started as a Facebook page for me to share my happenings with everyone, turned into this blog as my fans wanted to hear even more about my life! From welcoming customers at the family frame shop, to performing with my famous trick pony friends, and my adventurous weekends with my mom and dad – you’ve pretty much seen it all.

Dachshund Flys Plane - And doesn't crash! // Ammo the Dachshund

While I absolutely love sharing my daily life with all of you, after 7 years of documenting my every move I’m starting to feel like I need a little vacation.

Thanksgiving Roadtrip: Folly Beach Dogs

So while I’m technically not going anywhere, I am planning to take a little step back from my blog so that I can soak up all the fun with my family without feeling like I need to snap photos every step of the way.

Ammo the Dachshund takes Selfie with Street Performer

Now this doesn’t mean you won’t see any blog posts from me in the future, it just means for now my regular posting schedule of Monday, Wednesday, Friday every week won’t be around. Instead I plan to share when I’ve got something that I just can’t wait to tell you about. You know, the juicy stuff.

Goats that Race

And even though I won’t have a new blog post as often, you can still follow me on Facebook & Instagram where I still plan to share little snapshots into my life more regularly. If you’d like to be the first to know when I do have a special blog post to share, make sure you’ve signed up for my E-Mail updates. Which means you’ll get an e-mail every time I publish a new blog post.

Ammo the Dachshund Studio Photos

Finally I wanted to say Thank You. Thank you to all of you who have kept up with my adventures, whether it be occasionally, or every single day. Know that it’s you that have kept me blogging these past 7 years. I’ve read every single comment you’ve left me, and every e-mail you’ve sent. I treasure all of them, even if I don’t always have the time to respond. Hopefully you can understand my need for a vacation from the blog after all these years.

Our journey never ends. My next adventure is just around the corner, and I can hear it calling. xoxo, Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

 

July 2017 Monthly Recap

Don’t you wish it could be summer forever? I sure do, because I always seem to have so much fun in the summer!

Before we get to my adventures though, let me give a shoutout to my special sponsors & affiliates! Thanks to them I’m able to bring you exciting posts, so make sure you give them some love and check out what great products they carry!

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I also wanted to tell you all about the fun new magazine that my friends at Everyone Loves A Dachshund are hoping to have printed. First of it’s kind it’s called Good Hooman and it’s a Dachshund lifestyle magazine written specifically for us Dachshunds! How cool is that! You won’t want to miss it, so be sure to check out their IndieGoGo fund so they can launch the magazine – and snag one at a great introductory price!

Good Hooman

And now onto my July Adventures..

Poof Activity Tracker

I got my running in with my new activity tracker from Poof!

Ammo's Lake School

I contemplated starting my own lake school.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

I celebrated yet another happy month with Baby P.

Pop Art of Your Pup + A Giveaway

I had a blast turning my likeness into Pop Art.

Always Be Prepared

I went on a shopping trip with my sister.

Dog Toy Ice Bar

I shared some of the fun summer products I’m currently digging.

On Hot Days

I visited the pool.

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

I got detained on the farm.

And that brings us to August! Can you believe it’s just about been an entire year since my sister Baby P was born? Boy, time really flies when you’re having fun.

What sort of adventures do you think I should go on for the rest of the summer?Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

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.

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

This is the view from the family farmhouse. What you can’t see though, is me, past the garden, past the pasture, past the horses, and in the neighbor’s vineyard…I’m there.

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

See me now?

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

While it may look like I’m not doing anything too important, I’m actually doing a very important job….hunting groundhogs. See I can find a hole where no one else can, and I have no problem staking out a spot and sitting there for hours on end just waiting to catch myself a big juicy groundhog. Never mind that I’ve never actually caught one (but I have come close), but just you wait one of these days I WILL catch one!

Rescue on the Farm

While for the most part my family indulges me and lets me have free run of the farm to hunt the groundhogs as I wish, sometimes they need a break from chasing after me.

When I’m on the hunt I won’t come back for anything, not for dinner, not for water, not even to rest. That’s how dedicated I am to this life mission of mine.

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

This is also why I always wear a GPS tracker (so mom can find me quicker), and ultimately it usually leads to me being contained at some point in the day. If not only so mom can make sure I’m taking a rest and getting plenty of water.

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

Recently they installed this outdoor pet gate from Carlson Pet Products on the back deck so that when I was “rescued” from my holes I could still hang out and enjoy the fresh air without having to be locked inside the house. Our outdoor gate is made with an all-steel construction, and can withstand the elements year round!

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

While my good pal Trooper doesn’t seem to have the same hunting desire I do, he still tends to keep me company when I’m on lockdown…..that’s what good friends do!

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

Our new outdoor gate makes it easy for the humans to come and go, but Trooper and I are stuck on the inside for the long haul. At least we have a view!

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

Now if Trooper could just figure out how to open the tiny pet door for me I’d surely be able to dash away towards my holes again.

When Outdoor Adventures Need to Be Contained

Too bad for him he’s much too big to fit through the opening anyway. Better luck next time pal!

Be sure to check out all the awesome gates and more at Carlson Pet Products. They have something for every one of your pet containment needs.Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

 

I’m Digging: Vol 3

With summer in full swing I thought it would be fun to share some of the things I’m currently digging to get me in the summer mood and help me beat the heat! While I don’t own any of these products currently, I’d sure love to test them out.

*this post does contain some affiliate links

Dog Toy Ice Bar

Dog Toy Ice Bar

How cool is this freezable ice pop! Simply fill with water, stick in the freezer, and let your pup enjoy a cool treat. I was thinking that it might work with chicken broth too for an even tastier time.

Chill Collar

This K9 Cooling Collar is designed to keep your pup cool in the heat. Simply wet with cold water and stick around your pup’s neck. It even has a handy hole so you can still attach a leash.

Dog Summer Shirt

Dog Summer Shirt

So this Summer Dog Shirt is pretty much all you need to put you in the summer mood! This shop also has lots of other fun designs that I wouldn’t mind lounging in too!

Officially Summer // Ammo the Dachshund

So what do you think? Are you ready for Summer now? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

Once again it’s time to celebrate another month in my sister’s life!

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

I’m always right by her side for all of her milestones, and mom and dad say they even notice how much more patient I’ve become.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

Especially now that my sister is pretty much running all over the place (or super fast waddling if you want to get technical), I just have to sigh and take the collar pulls, pinches, thrown objects and the newest endeavor….trying to pick me up!

Mom and Dad do their best to protect me from the wrath that is “11 month old toddler”, but truth be told, I’m not always very quick to get out of the way.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

Sigh. Thus is the life of a big brother.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

You wouldn’t blame me for being slow to get out of the way though if you knew how much energy is inside this tiny little person. Coming from a dog who needs to sleep 12 – 14 hours in a day, this baby only takes one 30 minute nap a day and only sleeps 9 hours at night! Can you believe it? No wonder I’m too tired to get out of the way!

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

Someday I know I’ll look back on these months with fond memories of baby giggles and smiles, drooling (from all the teething), and stinky diapers….but right now, I’m just very very tired.

Adventures of Ammo + Baby P: Vol 11

Regardless I’m still thrilled to be this one’s big brother, but her next words BETTER BE Ammo!

What do you think, do I have a chance at my name being Baby P’s first REAL word aside from the MaMa and DaDa she already says? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Ammo’s Lake School

Ammo's Lake School

It’s come to my attention that I may need to open my own Lake School. Until recently I didn’t realize how many dog’s I’ve mentored on their very first lake outing.

On the Lake with Friends // Ammo the Dachshund

First there was Shilah, who I introduced to the water and her first paddleboarding experience.

Lake Dogs // Summer // Ammo the Dachshund

Lake Dogs // Summer // Ammo the Dachshund

Then there was Maya, who had her first dip and also took to the paddle board under my supervision.

Ammo's Lake School

And then there was Hank! The latest victim trainee in Ammo’s Lake School.

Ammo's Lake School

Being that Hank is a Miniature GoldenDoodle (Golden Retriever/Poodle Mix), it didn’t take much convincing for me to get him into the water.

Ammo's Lake School

Just in case though I coached from the sidelines, ready to swim Hank to safety if need be.

Ammo's Lake School

Thankfully he was a natural!

Ammo's Lake School

Although when he emerged it became apparent that there really wasn’t much dog hiding under all that fur!

Ammo's Lake School

So I did what any good dog would do, I let him borrow one of my life vests*! No drowning dogs on my watch!

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Ammo's Lake School

Swimming was one thing, but the true test of a lake dog is the boating. So we took to the docks for a boat adventure. Hank passed test number one with flying colors, making friends with the boat shop crew.

Ammo's Lake School

I led the expedition (as always) and things were going swimmingly for my pal Hank.

Ammo's Lake School

And after a dip overboard to cool off….

Ammo's Lake School

….Hank was officially a Lake Dog just like me!

Since Hank made my job super easy and passed my rigorous training with ease, it made it possible for me to divert my attention to victim trainee #2 of the day…

Ammo's Lake School

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….Baby P!

After we mastered wearing the uncomfortable but necessary life vest* (thanks to some helpful cheerios that mom packed), I am happy to report that Baby P also mastered my Lake School and survived her very first boating adventure. (with very minimal crying I might add). Although she still has a ways to go in the doggie paddle department, but we’ll get there!

So what do you think, should I open up my own Lake School? Likely we’d need sailor hats (and a captain hat for me) with really cool logos. Good thing I know a great graphic designer! 🙂 Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Containing All Your Friends

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!

Containing All Your Friends

A few weeks ago my friends from the south, Scout and Sharkie, came for a visit. Trooper and I always love when we can get the whole gang together.

Containing All Your Friends

The thing about my friends from the south though is that they’re really good at being “beach dogs”, but they don’t know a lot about being “farm dogs”.

Simple Pleasures with Ammo the Dachshund

While there are lots of rules about being on a farm that I won’t get into now, the most important one is to never ever ever get close to a horses’ hooves. Those things can break little puppy toes, and kick you in an instant – something Trooper and I are well aware of and make sure to always be on our most cautious behavior when mingling around the ponies.

Now my friends Scout and Sharkie, well, they never really learned this rule. So after chasing a few horses, and a couple of close calls it was deemed that they were not to be trusted around the ponies. (better safe than sorry!)

Containing All Your Friends

Thankfully my friends at Carlson Pet Products had just the thing to give everyone on the farm peace of mind with their indoor pet containment gates.

Containing All Your Friends

Their Design Paw Auto Close Pet Gate kept everyone from sneaking down the basement steps in search of any doors to the outside world that may have been left open.

Mom’s favorite part was the auto-close feature, so when her hands were full she could just push the gate shut and no dogs could squeeze through.

Containing All Your Friends

Sharkie and I had our own favorite part…

Containing All Your Friends

…the small pet door so that we could have our own secret “little dog” adventures without those big dogs tagging along!

Containing All Your Friends

While it’s true that my pals from the south weren’t very “pony savvy”, there was also another new thing with a whole set of rules (that I also won’t get into), that my friends weren’t accustomed to.

Containing All Your Friends

While the humans all seemed to think the Carlson Free Standing Pet Gate was keeping all the dogs from jumping on, licking, or playing too roughly with Baby P….us dogs know that it was really keeping Baby P from pulling fur, pinching, and jumping on unsuspecting dogs!

Containing All Your Friends

Regardless of the reason, this gate floated all around the farmhouse while my friends were in town since it was so easily portable because it required no holes in the wall or pressure points and could easily expand from 40″ – 70″!

Containing All Your Friends

My visit with my friends from the South was far too short, and I was sad to see them go. But I was also very thankful that they made it to the end of their stay with no wounds, missing fur, or broken bones from the very dangerous ponies and babies on the farm – all thanks to Carlson Pet Products!

Containing All Your Friends

I sent Scout home with a list of rules to work on for the next time she visits. #1 being – do not ever ever try to sniff a ponies’ rump! And #2 being – pony poop is a delicacy that can be found in the manure pile, not in a stall where a pony is still standing!

We have a lot to work on before the next visit! Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

What sort of things would you like to keep your pet contained from?

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