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This week we’re giving away a totally customized painting from a special group of artists. Wanna meet ’em? Allow us to introduce Blitz, Minnow, and Boomer: the artists in residence at Painting Pony. Yes, I said artists.
If the paintbrushes in their mouths weren’t proof enough that these Chincoteague Ponies know their way around a canvas (I know, I was a bit skeptical at first too), just check out the colorful artwork they create with the help of their trainer Kyley DiLuigi.
Not only do they create one-of-a-kind pieces (with a unique backstory, no less) they also let you add some input about the painting before it’s made, so it’s sure to complement your home. You get to pick the background color and up to four paint colors to be used AND you get to choose which four-legged artist creates it. Kyley also throws in a CD with photos and/or video of it being whipped up.
If you wanna see these artsy horses in action there’s a video of the painting process (as well as other tricks) on the Painting Pony website. Oh, and be sure to check out their rockstar Dachshund sidekick Ammo. Burger so wants to meet him someday.
Now on to the details for the prize (and stay tuned for another special offer on Thursday):
- PRIZE: A custom 16″ x 20″ canvas by Painting Pony as described in this Etsy listing.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “PONY UP” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: …since this week’s prize is all about ponies with amazing tricks up their sleeves, why not tell us about another animal trickster you’ve been wowed by (whether its a skateboarding dog you spotted on YouTube or maybe even some amazing feat your own pet pulled off).
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, September 15th at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: Anywhere in the world!
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck…
See our Giveaway FAQs page for more info. Pics from Painting Pony.
Hannah says
“PONY UP”
I saw a waterskiing squirrel that was kind of bizarre at our convention center once…
Abby says
PONY UP!
I’ve always loved the elephants that paint. And who can resist the slow loris?! He doesn’t even need any tricks to have me glued to the screen…
Katherine M. says
PONY UP
Allison says
PONY UP! I once saw another animal artist… an elephant in Thailand!
Paula/adhocmom says
PONY UP!
Well, my cat Gerund has been known to chew gum. This is SO not healthy for a cat, so um, we are sure to keep any gum of the minty variety far far away.
Ellen says
Pony up! I’m too busy enjoying the tricks of my toddler and baby to check out any animal tricks! :-)
Angela says
PONY UP
My cats – who think that all baby gear (pack n play, stroller, swing, etc) are for them.
Jena@InvolivngColor says
PONY UP!
Chincoteague is one of my favorite places. My dog was the best at hide and seek. I’d hide and he’d go tearing around the house to find me. It was so fun when I was a kid!
Jen Perando says
PONY UP!!
My 3 year old lab mutt knows how to open the screen door all on his own and does it frequently when he spots a rabbit or squirrel he wants to chase! I have to lock the screen since he does it constantly now, he has also mastered how to open up his crate while in it!
Eryn says
PONY UP!
My friend’s dog, when at the park or outside, will always sit on a step like a person! Just his bottom on the step and his two back feet on the ground. Then his “torso” is straight up and down like a human’s would be if they were sitting and his front paws look like arms! They didn’t train him at all, it is so cute!
Patti says
Pony Up!
omg, I thought this may be a joke, very interesting.
My beagle has allergies and sneezes. A lot. It’s kinda like an eagle that needs glasses.
Amanda K. says
PONY UP!
Natalie says
PONY UP
I love the skateboarding bulldog. We are trying to teach ours how to skate!
Meghan says
Pony up! My brother’s dog sits back on her butt bones like a human…I don’t think it qualifies as a trick, but she sure has excellent posture–an acquired skill!
Whitney says
PONY UP!
My dog loves to high-five!
Jenni says
PONY UP!
I always love the scene in Anchorman when they show the water-skiing squirrel. I laugh every time!
manadas88 says
“PONY UP”
My dog Kelsey taught herself how to climb up and down ladders, she so desperately needed to be able to access the attic for some reason!
Megan V. says
PONY UP!!
I think its hilarious when my tabby cat, Danny grabs hold of my German Shepherd, Cali’s nose and hangs on. Cali will just let him swing there for a few seconds, and then swing him off. Its adorable. They play so well together! :)
Liza L. says
Pony Up
I’ve seen videos of the Lipizzaner stallions, and hope to see them in person someday.
Rita says
PONY UP
Emily Richardson says
Pony up- I always love the silly animal videos on America’s Funniest Home Videos…actually, I dont really like that show but I didnt have anything else to say and I really love chincoteague ponies and would LOVE to win! =)
Robyn says
PONY UP! I saw a dog waterskiing on the news the other night. I can barely waterski! :)
Emily says
PONY UP
My cat sneezes at pizzicatos.
Savanah says
PONY UP
My uncle’s dog knows to go around the coffee table at command :)
Becky says
Pony Up!
Our pug Bentley can give “high fives”, when you hold up your hands in front of him and say “high five bentley!” he jumps up and puts both his paws on your hands :)
Susie says
PONY UP! I’ve always thought the painting elephants were amazing. Elephants and ponies are my fave animals – I have an on-going joke with my husband, where any time he goes to the store and asks if I need anything, I always say a pony or an elephant. Having a painting by one would be the next best thing (and probably easier to care for :D)
Erin says
Pony Up!
My parents’ dogs have tricks… mainly eating, sleeping, and cuddling! :)
Keren says
PONY UP!
My 90 pound dog Beau has a incredible magic trick of mysteriously escaping out of a crate. One minute he is in a locked crate and upon your return home he is magically not in the crate…but the crate is still locked!!!!
Anna says
PONY UP!!!
Jessica says
Pony up!!
What talented guys and gals they are!
One of our two cats plays fetch. And she will play it for hours and hours. It’s such a crazy trick for a cat to do!
Katie says
PONY UP!
My dog loves to crack acorns, and she thinks apples that fall off trees are toys. She’s all about nature…
Jolene says
PONY UP!!
I actually had horses growing up and my favorite thing was when my Grandpa and other old timers would train them to stretch out to make it easier to get on and off. Some folks actually trained the horses to kneel or lay so that you could just step over and sit down!
Karen says
PONY UP! My dog Tucker is so smart… if we spell the word Out, he’ll go sit by the door. Love him!
Kathy says
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I’m always amazed by my cat who can balance on a 1-inch wide railing, 20 feet up on our second floor!
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krista farrell says
PONY UP. Don’t think I’ve ever seen something like this before!!!
Travis says
PONY UP! I used to have a cat that would play fetch.
Lauren says
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A friend of mine had a dog who could say “I love you,” or something that sounded just like it. Very impressive!
Lisa says
PONY UP!
I think this is so cool! I have a lazy cat that doesn’t do anything cool. Well, I guess she does have us trained to feed her at the drop of a hat.
Kelly D says
Pony up!
As for the tricks, I’m constantly amazing by the tricks that my dog refuses to do! He is the most stubborn animal that I’ve ever met! :)
Jessica says
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Point you finger like a gun and say, “Bang,” and my dog slumps to the floor
jamie says
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My dog can sit on command. Amazing I know.
VS says
Pony up!
Kim Ryzner says
PONY UP
When I lived with my parents I had a dog who, when she wanted attention from my mom, would sing “mum-mum-mum-mum” in a weird sort of howl/growl. So cute!
Cassie says
PONY UP!
I love the waterskiing squirrel!!
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Rose says
PONY UP !!!
Andi Hays says
PONY UP
I had a cat once that would play fetch! You would throw string and that little furball would bring it right back! :)
Jess Fullerton says
PONY UP!
my dog put his paws up in the air when you say “stick ’em up.” it’s pretty darn cute.
Haley says
Pony up!
Those ponies top any talented animal I’ve heard known. :)
Rebecca (Craving Simplicity) says
PONY UP!
Isaac says
Pony Up