December 2014 Monthly Recap

Before we get to the recap of all the exciting adventures I’ve been on in December, I wanted to give a shoutout to my special sponsors! 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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And now onto my December Adventures…

Enter at A Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I kicked off December by sharing a very special custom leather dog collar which had my favorite pony’s hair in it!

Post Turkey Hangover // Thanksgiving // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared how I spent Thanksgiving with my family.

Caught Red Handed // Ammo the Dachshund

Mom caught me being naughty at the shop.

Mimi Green Engraved Buckle Collar Review & Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared a beautiful collar from mimi green in my favorite color, teal!

Olga's 90th Birthday Party // Ammo the Dachshund

One of my very favorite customers at my shop turned 90, and I helped her celebrate in a big way!

12 Days of Cheer! // Ammo the Dachshund

I kicked off the 12 Days of Cheer for the month of December!

12 Days of Cheer! Free Desktop Wallpaper // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared a free downloadable desktop wallpaper.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo's 2014 Holiday Card // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared the outtakes from my 2014 Holiday card photo shoot.

Adventure Dog Gift Guide // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some super fun gift guides for the holidays.

Martha Stewart Pets Holiday Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared some new fun holiday clothes from Martha Stewart Pets.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo's 2014 Wish List // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared my holiday wish list.

12 Days of Cheer! Easy DIY Gold Dog Ornaments // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared a round-up of my favorite holiday DIY’s.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared a DIY to make some holiday flair for your dog.

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

I hunted down my Christmas tree.

New in the Shop! 2015 Dachshund Calendar // Ammo the Dachshund

I gave away some fun goodies to my online shop.

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade // Ammo the Dachshund

I attended my town’s Christmas parade – and sang loudly for all to hear!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

I shared an easy DIY for Christmas Crackers for Dogs.

12 Days of Cheer! Merry Christmas from Ammo the Dachshund

I wished everyone a Merry Christmas, just before I took a short break to spend time with my family.

Wow, who knew my December could get so wild? I can’t wait to kick off 2015 with even more fun – I hope you’ll join me for the ride! Ammo the Dachshund

Merry Christmas from Ammo

12 Days of Cheer! Merry Christmas from Ammo the Dachshund

Merry Christmas Friends!!!

I hope you’ve enjoyed celebrating the 12 Days of Cheer with me! December has been quite the crazy whirlwind for me as mom and I have been working lots of overtime at the shop to fulfill everyone’s Christmas framing orders. So since I haven’t had a day off in about 3 weeks, I think I’m pretty much due for one. So I’m going to be taking a short little blogging break until after the new year as I spend today celebrating Christmas with my friends and family.

But incase you’ll miss my fuzzy little face (and wiggly tail), I will be posting over on my Facebook page in the meantime.

12 Days of Cheer! Merry Christmas from Ammo the Dachshund

And I’m awfully glad that Santa already delivered my presents…..because I just couldn’t help myself! But sometimes everyone deserves to be a little naughty!

Happy Holidays! xoxo, Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs

So, it’s the night before Christmas and you forgot to get a gift for your dog! Not that that would ever really happen right? Well just incase I’ve whipped up this simple DIY for a Christmas Cracker for your Dog that you can make with items from around your house!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Supplies:

  • Tissue Paper or Newspaper
  • String or Ribbon
  • Toilet Paper Rolls
  • Small dog treats

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 1: Stuff a few cookies into an empty toilet paper roll.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 2: Roll up your toilet paper roll in tissue paper and twist off the ends.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 3: Tie with festive string or ribbon.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Step 4: Let your dog have a blast ripping open their Christmas Cracker!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Cracker for Dogs // Ammo the Dachshund

Oh what fun it is to play with my new Christmas Cracker today! Ammo the Dachshund

 

*make sure to always supervise your pet and do not allow them to ingest anything they shouldn’t

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade // Ammo the Dachshund

Every year I look forward to a very special event in my home town. And that special event is the holiday Christmas parade! And lucky for me I always have a front row seat right outside my shop window in town!

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade // Ammo the Dachshund

Of course when the parade starts I’m always the first one out the door to cheer for all my favorite floats and parade attendees.

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade // Ammo the Dachshund

I’m always sure to sing along with the school bands in my best cheerful Christmas voice – because singing loudly for all to hear is the best way to spread Christmas Cheer!

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade // Ammo the Dachshund

Pretty colors, holiday happiness – it’s what makes this time of year oh so special.

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade // Ammo the Dachshund

And lets not forget the Christmas clown…..because laughter always brightens everyone’s day!

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade // Ammo the Dachshund

Also, in case you were wondering, don’t worry, I wasn’t the only pup in attendance during the Christmas parade. Just check out this pup who took one for the team and dressed up as one of Santa’s reindeer! He looked so convincing I almost asked him for directions to the North Pole!

12 Days of Cheer! Annual Christmas Parade // Ammo the Dachshund

But the very best part of the holiday Christmas Parade is always when Santa arrives!

I made sure to shout out my Christmas list as we rode by…..incase he missed my other 5 letters I mailed to the North Pole!

Merry Christmas! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Flying Hero Giveaway

With only a few days left before Santa squeezes his way down your chimney, I thought it would be super fun to have a special giveaway this week to say thank you to all my fans!

New in the Shop! 2015 Dachshund Calendar // Ammo the Dachshund

So this week I’m giving away my 2015 Calendar to two lucky winners!

New in the Shop! 2015 Dachshund Calendar // Ammo the Dachshund

Packed full of lots of cute photos of none other than…ME….it’s the perfect calendar to kick off your year of 2015 adventures right!

12 Days of Cheer! // Ammo the Dachshund

So Merry Christmas from me to you! And if you just can’t wait to snag your own 2015 Ammo Calendar, you can also shop for them in my online shop!

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway I will be using, Rafflecopter. By entering this giveaway you will be signing up for my Newsletter, but you can unsubscribe at anytime. 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 12/20/14 12AM EST. Open to WORLDWIDE readers. Only two winners. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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12 Days of Cheer! The Annual Christmas Tree Murder

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

Every year I head off to the Tricolor Tree Farm to cut down murder my holiday tree.

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

After spending a good while looking for our unsuspecting tree victim we take the obligatory selfie with the “chosen one”.

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

All before chopping it down to bring into our home. It’s sort of a funny tradition if you really think about it, but my dad takes the tree murdering very seriously.

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

And before you know it, the deed is done, and our tree is ready to be carted off to its new home.

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

The friendly staff at Tricolor help to wrap up my tree, just incase there is any chance of it escaping on our way home.

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

Tied and bound, he’s off on an adventure of epic Christmas tree proportions.

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

And incase you’re feeling sad for our little Christmas tree friend. Don’t worry, I found him a nice spot in my living room, he has a fresh bowl of water and…..

The Annual Murdering of our Christmas Tree // Ammo the Dachshund

…..I dressed him up to look even more fabulous than he already was!!

Happy Holidays!Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

Yippee! It’s almost Christmas! And to get in the holiday spirit, I thought I’d share my fun an easy DIY for some holiday dog collar flair!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

Here’s what you’ll need:

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

Following the directions that came with your fabric covered button kit, use your holiday fabric to create a button. For mine I used a 1″ kit.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

Choosing a smaller pattern works best and may depend on the size of your button.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

Then simply tie a small piece of elastic to the back of the button loop that will securely hold your button to the collar (thin elastic works best).

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

Then slip it onto your dog’s favorite collar, and you’ve got yourself some holiday flair!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

Simple, fun, and oh-so-festive!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

They were so easy to make that now I can’t decide which ones to wear….perhaps I should just wear them all!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Collar Flair // Ammo the Dachshund

Make sure to post your dog’s holiday flair on my Facebook page, so we can all join in on the festive fun! Happy Holidays! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Christmas DIY Projects

I’ve been celebrating the 12 Days of Cheer for several years now, and each year I like to come up with some fun and festive DIY projects that involve your 4-legged friends. And while I still have some fun new ones to share this year, I thought it would be fun to round up some of the ones I’ve done over the years.

So here’s a few of my festive Christmas DIY Dog Projects:

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Easy Prize Ball for your Pet // Ammo the Dachshund

Strapped on time? Make this simple and fun DIY prize ball for your dog with things you have laying around your house!

12 Days of Cheer! Easy DIY Gold Dog Ornaments // Ammo the Dachshund

Need a simple gift for all your dog friends? Check out this Easy DIY Gold Dog Ornament tutorial.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Christmas Eve Outfit for your Dog via Ammo the Dachshund

Having a holiday party? Make this Easy DIY Holiday Outfit for your dog to make him look extra spiffy for all your guests.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Pet Snowglobe via Ammo the Dachshund

Everyone loves a snow globe. Make this DIY Pet Snowglobe so your dog can have one too!

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Pet Garland using Milkbones! via Ammo the Dachshund

It’s always fun to add a little woof to your holiday decorating. Make this DIY Holiday Pet Garland.

12 Days of Cheer! DIY Holiday Dog Cookie Jar via Ammo the Dachshund

Every dog loves dog cookies! Make this fun DIY Holiday Cookie Jar – it makes a great gift!

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo the Dachshund's DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments

Trimming the tree just got way more fun with these DIY Holiday Dog Ornaments!

Stay tuned, because tomorrow I’ve got a brand-new Holiday DIY project that you’re going to love! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! A Dachshund’s Wish List

With the thought that old Kris Kringle is not too far away from a visit to my house I just couldn’t help but come up with my very own Holiday Wish List.

12 Days of Cheer! Ammo's 2014 Wish List // Ammo the Dachshund

1. Burrow Den from the Barkshop

2. Dachshund Print from Gus and Abby

3. The Emerson Hoodie in Fireside Plaid from Penn + Pooch

4. Organic Chicken Treats from Chewy

5. Ruffhides Chew from the Barkshop

P.S. Santa if you’re reading this, I’m hoping you didn’t catch one of my recent blog posts about the time mom caught me red handed making a mess in the shop. But if you did…..Trooper made me do it! Ammo the Dachshund

12 Days of Cheer! Martha Stewart Pets Holiday Giveaway

12 Days of Cheer // Ammo the Dachshund

Since it’s the holly jolly season I thought it would be fun to get everyone into the holiday spirit with a giveaway from the Martha Stewart Pets Holiday line at Petsmart!

Martha Stewart Pets Holiday Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

If you didn’t already know, the Martha Stewart Pets Line at Petsmart is filled with lots of fun holiday goodies including toys, bowls, clothing, beds, and so much more. It’s enough to make you shout HO HO HO all day long!

So today I’ve got a giveaway for all the small dogs out there (sorry big dogs, I promise I’ve got something extra special you guys will love in a few weeks).

Martha Stewart Pets Holiday Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Today you have a chance to win this Martha Stewart Pets Dotted Holiday Pajamas in size small and….

Martha Stewart Pets Holiday Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

…this super cute Martha Stewart Pets Herringbone Sweater in size small!

Martha Stewart Pets Holiday Giveaway // Ammo the Dachshund

Here’s HOW TO WIN:

For this giveaway I will be using, Rafflecopter. By entering this giveaway you will be signing up for my Newsletter, but you can unsubscribe at anytime. Winner 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 12/20/14 12AM EST. Open to WORLDWIDE readers. Only one winner. Winners must claim their prizes within 48 hours of being notified or prize will be forfeited. Good luck!

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Disclosure: I received a product from Martha Stewart Pets in exchange for a review, but all opinions are my own! Ammo the Dachshund

P.S. Don’t forget, today is the last day to enter my Mimi Green Giveaway for a custom laser engraved buckle dog collar!