***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***
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.
Veronica says
Hey! Pony Up! What amazing pieces! Loving it!
breanne says
PONY UP! one time i was in my friend’s barn and her three horses started charging at me. i’ve never been so scared in my life…
Elizabeth says
PONY UP! This giveaway is adorable, and pretty impressive, too.
Our yellow lab can do a ton of tricks, including “walk,” where she takes a few steps while balancing on her hind legs.
Tracy Jones says
PONY UP
I want this prize so bad!
Lori says
PONY UP!
My amazing animal story: my cat hasn’t hissed at anyone yet today. Truly awe-inspiring. :)
Kathy says
PONY UP!
Katherine says
PONY UP!
Jillian says
PONY UP!
I know it’s not very fancy, but I just taught my adopted rescue dog how to shake this weekend, and I am very proud of him. My favorite youtube animal is the goat that talks like a man – do a search for it, it’s hilarious!
Alicia S says
Pony Up!!
So I’ve seen, as I’m sure many have the cat that learned how to use the toilet, complete with flushing!
Jenny Ice says
PONY UP!
Our dog sings along with my husband when he plays his guitar..
Meg says
PONY UP!
Our Basset Hound (RIP) could play fetch and catch the ball in mid air – which when you think about how short her legs are was super impressive – she got some speed and some height. Miss that girl.
erica says
Pony Up!
So random . . . but so fun!
Our bulldog Moose does about 7 tricks in succession . . . ending with the crowd-pleaser, “Shamu,” during which he leaps to pluck a treat out of the air.
Ruth Anne says
Pony Up!
Awww, I love horses and painting horses are that much better!
I used to own a pony when I was little and she was SMART. I would ride her bareback. One day I was in a hurry and wanted her to gallop, but she just stood stock still. I kept urging her on, squeezing my knees into her, etc… Nothing. As soon as I stopped and was pondering what to do next, she took off! I flew off the back, landed on my rump and watched her hind end book it home, while I had to walk.
Ahhhh, good times. =)
Jess says
PONY UP!
I like that youtube video of the panda sneezing…
Erika says
PONY UP! AFV has had some choice videos of dogs responding in kind to their owners’ professions of love. “Ah ruuuh rooo!” It gets me every time.
Melissa says
PONY UP!
My dog can play soccer. It’s so cute!
Hesper says
PONY UP!! – I had a dog growing up that said, “I love you!” and “Mama!”
Kate Ediger says
Pony Up! I had a cat growing up that climbed the screen door and would rock and make it slam a few times. It sounded just like someone was knocking on the door. We’d get up to see and she’d jump down and come in. We went through this for a few years then finally installed a cat door. Her name was Why. Sweet memories.
Scott says
PONY UP
A friend of mine has a blind dog who has compensated with its other senses so well that it can chase, and catch, squirrels in her backyard!
Leanne says
PONY UP! The trickiest animal I ever met has to be my cat Stella. By most accounts, she’s a terrible cat – she scratches and bites, attacks unprovoked, hides under furniture while waiting to pounce on guests. But, she has this crazy ability to get herself into and out of the most terrible situations unscathed. She’s hopped up and clung onto a skylight screen before flipping the 15 ft down to the living room below, got scrunched under a recliner chair, and spent what must have been a very chilly unknown amount of time in our fridge. And yet, she’s still kicking!
Stephanie Fiorenini says
Pony Up
I love the dogs that howl “I love you,” and I am obsessed with the skateboarding bulldogs! We can’t seem to get our bullie interested in tricks- he pretty much likes sleeping and snoring :)
tabitha says
Pony up!
my dog loves playing frisbee and softball. not really a trick…
Christy B says
Pony Up!
Brie Henry says
Pony Up! How unique!
Sarah @ The Ugly Duckling House says
PONY UP!
My dog Colby thinks he can DIY home decor just like his mom and dad. Just last week, he decided my nearly all white guest bedroom needed some pops of red. Ketchup red, to be exact.
Casey says
Pony up! Some dogs learn their own tricks, like my brother’s terrier. When we first brought him home, he immediately started peeing in the baskets spread around the house. Not exactly a great trick…but he did have great aim (and maybe a thing for baskets).
Kim says
PONY UP!!!! i just love all animals!
Allison says
PONY UP!
My dog Chloe does a great mid-air half twist maneuver that makes me laugh every time.
Ann says
Pony up!
We cracked up when we saw that video of the dog that howls “I love you”. Cute.
Mandy says
PONY UP!
My childhood black lab used to “sing” with me when I played my clarinet.
Emily W says
PONY UP!
I don’t know that I have a favorite. But, my dog can sit, roll over, and shake. It took a LONG time to teach her just that :-)
Lauren F. says
PONY UP!!!
It may not be amazing but my dog has amusing talents. He will chase his tail on command. And he knows “stop look ing at me,” when you say it he looks away.
alisha says
PONY UP!
Jae says
PONY UP! :)
Dancing with the Stars (er…dogs?)
Anyhoo, it’s tail-waggin’ fun!
Lisa says
PONY UP!
The water skiing squirrel is one of my favorites.
kareninAK says
PONY UP
Tricks? My dog barks at falling leaves. Thank goodness our Autumn is a short-lived season.
heather s says
PONY UP!
my husband trained my dog to sit when he says “what do good boys do?” and to lay down when he says “what else do good boys do?” its adorable!
Tashia D says
Pony Up!
I always wanted a dog that could do awesome tricks…
Shelby Fehr says
PONY UP!!!!!
It looks like a trick when my horse Turbo, gets into a sitting position when hes getting up from a roll on the ground. He will sit on his back two legs, look around a while, and then get up all the way,,pretty funny to watch!
amber says
PONY UP!
Ever seen Evan Almighty? Dogs learning to use the toilet is a pretty sweet concept!
Jennifer says
PONY UP!
These ponies have brightened my day!
Trey says
PONY UP!!!
i am always amazed by seeing eye dogs. there was a blind school where i went to college, and these dogs made so many things possible for these people with special needs…
Kali says
PONY UP
Well my dogs of course – they’re bassets so the best they can do is just be cute.
Shauna says
Paint Me!
My dog Sophie would wink on cue. I mean, like a one-eyed, on purpose wink. She used it to her advantage A LOT.
Amanda says
PONY UP! I used to have a cat that I could play fetch with. Not that cool of a trick for dogs but for a cat I found it impressive.
elicia says
PONY UP
There is (or was i think) a Elephant in the Calgary Zoo who also was a painter. They sold her work in the gift shop, but it wasnt customizable like these!
Neat-O!
Christine says
PONY UP! The surfing squirrel captured my heart!
Melissa jackson says
I love the fact that they are using horses for creative designs. I would love to hang one of this works of art in my hallway…Pony Up!
Nadia says
PONY UP…my dog watches t.v. and barks at all the animals, whether they’re cartoons or “real.”
Karen says
PONY UP!
My moms cat runs on the treadmill. It’s rather entertaining.