Simply unscrew the cap and fill it with your dog’s favorite mushy treat, then flip open the hinged cap and squeeze. This is great for training as it allows you to reward your dog with something that they really love. Also it means that I can have peanut butter wherever I go!

You can fetch the TreatToob for $8.95 HERE. 

Being a small dog also means I can easily fit under the table – which is the best place to be when you’re hoping for table scraps! Yum!

Check out one of my previous outdoor dining adventures HERE, where I met a pretty cute motorcycle babe!

Check out these neat bike basket options from Hunter K9!

1. Wicker Pet Bicycle Basket: Maximum weight 13lbs – dimensions 15″ W x 11″ D x 9.5″ H - Fetch it for $60

2. Doggy Ride Coccoon Basket: Maximum weight 16lbs – dimensions 10″W x 14.5″L x 15″ H – Fetch it for $106

3. Pet Rider Bicycle Seat: Maximum weight 24lbs – dimensions 14″ long x 12″ wide- Fetch it for $79

4. Sporty Dog Pet Bicycle Basket: Maximum weight 14lbs – dimensions 13″ W x 10″ D x 10″ H- Fetch it for $60

Remember to always keep your pet safe by having him to wear a harness and seatbelt attachment when riding in a bike basket. Many of these options include safety devices with them as well.

Any of my readers ride in a bike basket? Which brand do you use? Do tell! 

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

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 Facebook! 

Sadly we can choose only one winner this time, and our winner is:

Comment #26 – Tiffany B.

Who says: My furry babies love walking the trails at a local park. They love it so much, in fact, that they can hardly contain themselves in the backseat. So this would be perfect!

But even if you didn’t win this time, you won’t have to go home empty handed! The wonderful people at K9Carfence would like to extend a special promotional price of $88 on their K9Carfence (plus shipping and sales tax where applicable) — this is a $21 savings off normal price of $109.

To get this special promotion price, simply send them an email at safe@k9carfence.com with the subject being the Ammo Special Price to get a K9 CarFence for $88. This offer will expire January 31, 2013 so act now!

Safe travels everyone! 

You might remember that a couple of months ago I featured a new product I had seen at an event called the K9Carfence, an in-car safety fence designed for small dogs.

Well recently the K9Carfence company offered me up a chance to take their product for a test drive.

At first I was a bit worried that I might have to give up the booster seat that I have been riding in since I was just a wee pup, but I was relieved to hear that my booster could easily fit inside the K9Carfence system.

The K9Carfence easily attaches to any front or back seat of a car (I personally prefer to ride in the back seat) to keep your dog protected and secure while riding in the car.

And while I prefer to put my booster seat inside the K9Carfence, you do have the option to simply let your dog move freely within the space. This would be great for dogs that don’t like to be confined while in the car, and still want to be able to look out of the window or easily change positions.

Should you need to take down the K9Carfence for any non-furry passengers, it easily unsnaps and can be pushed underneath a seat, leaving the seat protector in place and the seat belts still fully functional.

Or if you prefer, with a few more easy steps you can roll the entire K9Carfence into a neat little travel bag making it easy to transport into another vehicle or to stow away until you need it again.

Here’s a short video I shot while taking the K9Carfence for a test ride:

As you can see adjusting to the K9Carfence wasn’t even an issue for me, and although I didn’t test it out in any sudden stops (mom says she’s a very good driver and has a zero accident record – and I’m hoping she keeps it that way), it does seem like it would prevent me from flying around the car should we ever have an accident. And one can never be too safe when the lives of cute little Dachshunds are at stake!

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

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.

So now it’s your chance to win your very own K9Carfence!

Here’s how to win…

PRIZE: One K9Carfence
TO ENTER: Comment on this post (you must comment on the BLOG – not on our facebook page) with the words “KEEP MY PET SAFE” and….
BONUS QUESTION: Tell me where your favorite place to travel with your dog is? A trip to the beach, the dog park, or maybe just to Grandma’s house? Do tell!
GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Thursday, January 10, 2013 at 10:00pm EST
NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
PRIZE SHIPS: United States (sorry international readers)
RULES: one entry per e-mail address. Winner will be selected using random.org (meaning the winner is drawn at random) – and will be announced shortly afterward. Good Luck!

Disclosure: I received a product in exchange for a review on my blog. All opinions are entirely my own! 

I spent most of the morning lounging on the front porch and soaking in the sun.

It was nice to spend the day relaxing with loved ones.

Eventually Trooper and I got bored though – and a wrestling match soon followed. It didn’t last long though, because dinner was soon to be ready.

Inside I shared a feast with my friends, including me new pal Arlo.

Arlo was way prepared for Thanksgiving in his tuxedo, and he had me feeling very under dressed.

All in all I spent a wonderful Thanksgiving day in Asheville and next time I return I hope I can listen to my Uncle Taylor’s band….I’ve already warned them that I play a mean set of drums…should the need arise.

The next day Trooper and I stuffed ourselves back into the car and headed towards our home in Pennsylvania. It’s nice to travel and experience the world, but there is nothing quite like coming home to your own bed! 

I made sure to do my fair share of hiking while I was in North Carolina, and one of my favorite hikes was the Graveyard Fields and Waterfalls along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

This particular 3 mile hike led me over bridges, up mountains and through scenic waterfalls.

Most of the time I led our pack of 6 humans and 2 dogs (me and Trooper), mostly because I’m a natural born leader, and also because Trooper was too concerned with herding our pack into a tidy little group than telling us which path to take (I blame his Australian Shepherd mother).

I’m an adventuresome hiker, and took to the unbeaten path when possible – climbing rocks and jumping streams are my kind of fun.

When we reached one of our waterfall destinations I wasted no time in urging everyone to climb the cliffside and reach the top.

It was glorious from above, but I quickly realized the decent down wouldn’t be quite as easy.

Not to worry though, because even with my shorter than average legs I’m an excellent climber – not to mention I’m in peak physical shape – and I made it safely to the bottom.

I wish I could say the same for my pal Trooper, but he ended up taking the fast track down the mountain over a sheet of ice.

Luckily he has spider legs, and quickly recovered after splashing into the water at the bottom. I only wish I had caught it on film, because I probably would have won the grand prize on America’s Funniest Videos.

3 miles of hiking felt like a breeze to me, and I easily could have done another 10.

Mom and Dad promised we’d come back again someday though, perhaps in warmer weather. I can’t wait to return to Asheville for more hiking adventures.

At the end of the day it was nice to snuggle up in my blankies at the hotel, it feels good to be worn out, and I did need to rest up, because soon it would be THANKSGIVING!

Check back tomorrow to find out how I spent Turkey Day with my family. 

When I awoke in the hotel the next morning I was so excited to start my new adventure that I bolted out of bed.

Ok just kidding, you know me too well…..I slowly dragged myself from my snuggle fortress; I am so not a morning dog. But once I got going it turned out to be a glorious day in downtown Asheville.

I was super surprised to learn that most of the shops in Asheville were pet friendly, and not just the ones that sold dog items.

One of my pit stops was the Funky Mutt, a tiny pet shop with a big attitude…..just like me!

One of my must-go places while visiting Asheville was the Three Dog Bakery.

They must of known I was coming, because they decorated the shop with my brethren so that I would feel welcome.

Trooper and I wasted no time in picking out some delectable treats to bring home. I went straight for the peanut butter balls!

Trooper was VERY excited!

Next door to the Three Dog Bakery I popped into the ZaPow! Gallery to soak up some of the local art. It’s a talented bunch in this state!

Then it was off to the ever enchanting Battery Park Champagne Lounge and Book Exchange.

It was here that I met Jonsie, a local pup who frequented the establishment nearly every day with his owner.

I tried my best to fit in with this sophisticated crowd in the Champagne Lounge, and I’m sure if I lived in Asheville I would be dawning a smoking jacket in no time.

Overall my shopping experience in Downtown Asheville was delightful. I’m sure in warmer weather (during my visit it was about 60 degrees) the streets would be bustling with patrons and their pets. I can’t wait to visit again soon.

Check back tomorrow to hear about all of my hiking adventures in Asheville! 

I started my adventure by packing into the family SUV, me in my snoozer seat and my pal Trooper by my side. We buckled in and readied ourselves for the 10 hour drive from our home in Pennsylvania.

Rest stops were necessary along the way, and I had fun stretching my legs in Virginia.

Trooper made sure he left behind something to remember him by.

A few hours later we stopped for dinner.

It was here that I spotted my first Virginia Dachshunds! I didn’t get to properly introduce myself before we headed on our way ….but incase they’re reading this now….Hey Girls!

The rest of the trip was pretty much a blur to me, as I must admit I slept most of the way. But before I knew it we arrived at our hotel, The Days Inn in Candler, NC.

I slept pretty hard that night, but awoke bright and early, ready to start some wondrous adventures! I had heard that Asheville was one of the most dog friendly towns in the United States, so I was very excited to put it to the test.

Check back tomorrow to hear about my shopping adventures in North Carolina! Yippee!