Take Your Dog to Work Day

Today is take your dog to work day. For me, it’s just a normal day, because every day in my life is “take your dog to work day”. So today I thought it would be fun to share with you what a typical day at work in my family’s custom frame shop looks like for me.

After the car is parked I make the grueling trek from the parking lot to the shop – and in the winter this means through the snow, and it’s slightly up hill too! I keep telling mom I need a shuttle, I mean seriously, these conditions are terrible!

ammo the dachshund at work

Once inside I do my morning stretches to get ready for the day. 8 hours of work does it’s tole on you!

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Before the shop opens for the day I find the optimal position to greet customers (belly side up for maximum belly rubs).

Shop Dog // Work // Ammo the Dachshund

Sometimes I get bored of waiting by the front door so I have to move around a bit in order to get enough belly rubs to keep me going throughout the day.

By mid-morning I usually get a burst of energy so I sometimes shred things, or bark at mom until she gives me something to chew on.

Shop Dog // Work // Ammo the Dachshund

Then it’s back to the shop door to watch for any dogs walking by that I can bark at.

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If it’s a good day, then there will be a good stream of people stopping by that I can wag my tail at, and beg for food.

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On slow days I just turn into a sloth and sleep the day away in the backroom.

Working Smarter // Smart Dachshund helps out at work

Well, that is unless mom puts me to work filing paperwork. Sigh.

ammo the dachshund shop awnings

Then before I know it, it’s time to pack it all up and head home for the day.

I always look forward to the car ride home because when I get home…..

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…..It’s dinnertime!!

So what do you think, do I work way too hard? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity


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The New Ruffwear Commuter Pack + A Giveaway

Disclaimer: this post and giveaway are brought to you by Ruffwear, all opinions are my own and I only share products I think you and your pets will love.

The New Ruffwear Commuter Pack + A Giveaway

I bet you’re wondering what this fancy schmancy get-up I’ve got going on here is. Well my friends, it’s my new dog pack from my pals at Ruffwear!

The New Ruffwear Commuter Pack + A Giveaway

The Ruffwear Commuter pack is a rucksack for us dogs with a clean modern look. So it fits right in on the hiking trail or the urban commute.

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It comes in sizes for all dogs and is easy to strap on so you can get out the door in a flash!

The New Ruffwear Commuter Pack + A Giveaway

With lots of pockets for all your gear it’s the perfect way to give your dog a job no matter where you’re headed.

It’s important to remember not to overload your pack, and according to Cesar Milan 10 -12% of your dog’s weight is a good starting point. And remember all dogs are different and if you are unsure start by getting the okay from your vet.

Since us Dachshunds are prone to back issues my pack is always very light weight and balanced on both sides. Sometimes I even just carry it empty, because I still feel like I have an important job to do with it on!

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I always dream of carrying around some delicious treats, because if you’re going to wear pockets on your back, then you might as well make sure they are stuffed with food!

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In reality though, most of the time it’s filled with diapers and baby gear. Sigh.

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Even if my Commuter Pack is filled with baby stuff, I still look super business-like when I head through town to work. And no one even knows what I’ve got packed inside, and if they ask, I just tell them it’s important business things.

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The Ruffwear Commuter Pack comes in two colors, Cloudburst Gray (which I’m wearing) and Larkspur Purple.

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As an added bonus, I feel like my new rucksack makes me look extra tough and strong. I’ve been telling all the ladies that I’m carrying 20lb weights in them (shhh! it’s our secret).

The New Ruffwear Commuter Pack + A Giveaway

And I even look sweet from behind!

So if you’re looking for a great way to make your dog feel important with a job to do, then you might want to check out the Commuter Pack from Ruffwear. As with all of their gear I can’t recommend it enough, and their products truly do hold up year after year.

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A Big Change

Take Your Dog to Work Day // Custom Framing // Ammo the Dachshund

As many of you may already know, I spend most of my weekdays working as a shop dog in a custom framing shop. For the past 7 years I’ve had the very important duty of shop greeter, making people smile on a daily basis! Even though I’ve been doing an amazing job, mom says this year I’m going to get a little help with my job when my new sister comes to the shop to help me handle all my duties. To make some room at the shop for an extra “employee” it was time to make some updates to our work space.

So here’s what my shop used to look like:

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A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

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Things were about to change though….

A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

Over memorial day weekend dad came in with all his tools and a whole stack of ikea boxes and we got to work building. I spent some late nights at the shop that weekend, but in the end it was worth it!

A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

The new design table for all my customers to order their framing on turned out fabulous, even if dad built it a little too tall for us short “people”.

A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

With a whole new look to my store there was only one thing left to do….

A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

…Zoomies!

A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

Now that things are back to business as usual, I’m back to my post at the front door waiting to greet all the customers.

A Big Change - New Studio 3 Shop Layout

And you know what, I’m really starting to love this new bigger space. There’s even more room now for me to stretch out for belly rubs!

So what do you think, do you like my shop’s new layout? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

 

 

Work Weekend

Adventures around my house have been pretty light lately while mom and dad are busy  working on my new kitchen. If all goes well, by the end of next week I should have my food bowls back where they belong, in the kitchen!

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

Working Weekend - Ammo the Dachshund gets a new Kitchen

From electrical work, plumbing, drywall, spackling & painting – my mom and dad are doing it all (with a little help from our friends at Lowes on the new flooring). As much as I hate that this weekend work is cutting into my adventure time, mom says with all the money we are saving by doing it ourselves – there will be so many more adventures we’ll be able to go on!

That does sound pretty good to me. What sort of home renovations has your dog lived through? Ammo the Dachshund // Blog Signature // Celebrity

Farmhouse Helper

Farmhouse Helper // Ammo the Dachshund

Every day my best friend Trooper is just a wee bit closer to being able to move into his new house on the farm. I know, I know, I’ve been saying that for years…..but this is definitely going to be the year!

Farmhouse Helper // Ammo the Dachshund

Especially since I’ve been around the lend a helping paw! Just check out the video below of me collecting the trash into a nice little pile….

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Farmhouse Helper // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m a pretty enthusiastic helper, as you can see.

Farmhouse Helper // Ammo the Dachshund

Trooper on the other hand never looks thrilled about helping out. But honestly, I don’t blame him….he’s been helping everyday for years!

Farmhouse Helper // Ammo the Dachshund

Don’t worry buddy, the work will be done soon (we hope), and you’ll be able to nap in your new house!

Farmhouse Helper // Ammo the Dachshund

I even kept the bed warm for you! Ammo the Dachshund

The Return of the Speed Bump

ammo the dachshund at work

Ever since I initiated the “Dachshund Speed Bump” at work 2 years ago it has become a permeant fixture in the shop.

ammo the dachshund at work

The location of the “speed bump” changes slightly from day to day, but the main idea is always the same …..

ammo the dachshund at work

…..get as many people as possible to slow down and pet you.

ammo the dachshund at work

I’ll admit, it does sometimes make for an exhausting work day.

ammo the dachshund at work

The hours are long and grueling and you have to be willing to work for dog biscuits alone.

ammo the dachshund at work

But, it helps to keep yourself limber and stretch out every hour or so during the day.

ammo the dachshund at work

So next time you visit my shop please make sure you do not pass over the Dachshund Speed Bump….because I’m watching you!