***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.
Tracee says
PONY UP!!
My dog tyson can open closet doors and eat stuffed animals.
Lauren says
Pony up!
I think our yellow lab is pretty talented in that he opens the pantry, grabs the bread and brings it to us so he can have a slice.
Chrissy says
Pony Up!
Does catching every lizard that runs through the yard count as an amazing trick? Cause that’s what my dog does, but it’s not so funny when he brings them in the house.
Paulette says
Pony Up
I once had a cat named Burt who tried opening our front door. It always sounded like someone was trying to break into our house. My husband swears he wouldn’ve opened the door if he had thumbs.
Kacy says
Pony up!
We recently taught our 6 month puppy to shake hands….a small victory, but we are so excited!
ML says
Pony Up!
I have a Great Pyrenees who is pretty sure she’s a lap dog. That said, she certainly doesn’t let her size go to waste. I’d say her best trick is what we call “counter-surfing” – jumping up and eating anything and everything left on our counters (as well as the first level of shelves!).
diane says
Pony up!
Heather J says
PONY UP!!
Sarah @ Dream in Domestic says
PONY UP!
I saw a dog dancing the meringue and it was AMAZING! You have to youtube it if you haven’t yet!
Janine says
PONY UP PLEASE! Thanks!!!!
Mason says
PONY UP! This would be such a cool Christmas gift for my sons!
Kari says
PONY UP
Our dog, a 12lb Schnauzer, manages to get all the trash out of a 3.25 foot tall trash can without knocking over the can itself. I should tape it to figure out how he does it, b/c it literally sits in the middle of the kitchen floor with nothing around it. Not the best trick but it is certainly puzzling.
NatalieG says
PONY UP!
Unfortunately, our own flat-coated retriever is not one for tricks, but have you seen the video of the merengue-dancing dog on youtube? If not, please please please watch the video right now. It will rock your socks off. I don’t know how this dog stays balanced on his (her?) back legs for almost 4 minutes straight!
Miranda W. says
Pony Up!
My cat opens doors frequently. He also does flips in the air when chasing a string toy. It’s pretty amusing!
Elizabeth says
Pony up!
My lab is a total chow hound and has learned to steal food off the counters… and also eats any “evidence” of her misdeads, such as wrappers, plastic wrap, etc.
Katie P. says
Pony up!
Taylor says
PONY UP! My lab can not only “speak,” but can “speak softly” for times when others are still asleep or it’s just time for a little quiet.
Vonda says
PONY UP!
Sunny says
PONY UP! I love the skateboarding bulldog… he’s so funny!
Carrie says
PONY UP!
My cat used to wake me up in the morning by tipping my side lamp onto my head.
Abby says
Pony Up!
My childhood dog had an underbite so it always looked like she was smiling :-) It’s not really a trick, but it was so adorable!
Janet C says
PONY UP!
My lab recycles used Kleenex. euw!
Kate says
Pony Up!!
My cat, Lula, loves to play catch with her purple mouse!!!
r8chel says
PONY UP!
I’m amazed (in a frustrated way) at how persistent the woodpeckers are that are making holes in the exterior of our house!
Miss Molls says
PONY UP…I love the Budweiser Horses that travel around to county fairs and rodeos. It’s a team of horses that pull a carriage and do some pretty neat tricks!
Keri says
PONY UP!!
There’s a goldfish that jumps through hoops on youtube. the same trainer has also trained her hampster to do agility.
pam says
PONY UP!!!
My dogs is amazing…he can get just about anyone to share their dinner with him…heck not even i can do that :P
Katie says
PONY UP!!!
We just found out that my very own doggy Duchess can sense the seizures of my niece, who has Angelman’s Syndrome. Now that is an amazing pup!
Stephanie B says
PONY UP!
Kate says
Pony Up!
I grew up with horses, and taught my little horse how to bend a knee a bow!
Sarah Rose says
Pony Up!
This is a great giveaway. Reminds me of the art exhibit a few years ago that was painted by elephants: http://berkeley.edu/news/media/releases/2002/03/25-pachy.html
ESBlondie says
PONY UP!!
We had a Husky that could say “I love you”, it was super cute.
Laura (Blogging Over Thyme) says
PONY UP!
Animals do the darnedest things. I’ve seen that roller skating dog in person in Santa Monica! It was crazy.
I actually really love that red background painting on the top right hand corner! Quite impressive ponies.
Natalie (Rosey Rambler) says
PONY UP!!!!
Can’t I just say…I LOVE this!
I saw a video about an elephant that paints pictures of elephants…also very adorable!
EvY says
PONY UP!
I am impressed by the cats that pee and poop in the toilet. No litter box ever? That would be most convenient.
Sarah says
Pony up!
I’m wowed by how my pug, Sadie, knows exactly when it’s time for dinner. At exactly 5 p.m., she jumps up and down by her food dish.
Kelly says
PONY UP!
Our dog, Lily, can do lots of tricks – but our favorite is her army crawl!!
Caroline says
PONY UP!
My in-laws two dogs when it is dinner time go fetch their bowls and place them atmy mother-in-laws feet!
Keri says
PONY UP!
My mom and dad’s rat terrier is a little on the dramatic side… anyone can point their finger at her and say “BANG!” and she falls over onto her side and lays perfectly still.
laura says
PONY UP!!!!!
Erin N. says
PONY UP!
I was amazing by a dog who could bark the alphabet!
Stacie says
Pony Up! I trained my dog in Kiswahili (got him while living in Tanzania) so he is currently bilingual.
Rachel E says
PONY UP!
I don’t know if this counts as a trick, but this kitten getting tickled kills me every time:
Lindsey says
PONY UP
I am constantly trying to teach my dachshund to howl on command. So far I’ve had no luck at all :(
Marie says
Pony up!! Those ponies are amazing, I’m in awe!
Becky S says
PONY UP!
That’s hilariously awesome. That merengue dog on youtube right now cracks me up
Sara says
“Pony Up”. If I do not win, I will still be making a purchase from their etsy site!
Kristin says
PONY UP!! My mini dachshund does this adorable thing where she unstitches things… stuffed toys, clothes, couch cushions… doesn’t destroy them.. just takes them apart…
CasaCullen says
PONY UP…
our tiny 2 1/2 lb hairy baby (zola belle) does the cutest lil’ tricks! she learned how to lay down in about 15 minutes the other day and can also shake, sit, say please and jump up! she just makes us smile and is so very TRICKY! :)
Rick says
my cat “meditates” as in stands up on his hind legs and repeatedly puts his two front paws together.. it’s actually begging but looks more like he’s trying to pray or meditate.