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Virginia Excursion Part 2

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Hopefully you read part 1 of my adventure.

What I haven’t told you about yet, was all the new friends I met!!

My new friends were exhausting, so it’s a good thing I had a cushy bed to go back to at the hotel.

On my last morning in Virginia I got to take a ride with my pal Minnow. Minnow gives the best rides!

And just when I thought my adventure might be coming to an end….I got to see this…

Amazing Grace, the trick mule (and winner of the 2008 talent contest). Don’t tell Minnow, but I have to admit, her basketball dunk WAS pretty cool. Although I bet Minnow could do it too if he really wanted.

Mules don’t eat Dachshund’s right?

Gracie was pretty cool I guess, but I still love my pony Minnow the best!

Well after a pretty awesome adventure in Virginia, I was pretty happy to be headed back to Pennsylvania. And just in time too….because look what arrived on Halloween night!

Don’t worry, I have lots of photos and videos to share of my new friend at the farm! 🙂

Virginia Excursion Part 1

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So, after hearing about my big win at the Equine Extravaganza, there are still a lot of details I left out of my big trip – like what I did when I wasn’t performing for the masses!

After driving for 6 plus hours on Friday (it was apparently only supposed to take 4) we arrived in the dark at the Meadow Event Park in Virginia. I had to wait patiently while my pal Minnow got his stall bedded and he was tucked in for the night. Then I got to check into the hotel where I was staying! yipee!

You mean I get to sleep on the bed??

Of course one of the first things I had to do was check out my new digs, especially the bath tub. You all know how I love a hot bath!

After a good nights sleep I was up early and headed to the Event Park.

There was a lot of scrambling around on Saturday morning, readying props, getting dressed in costumes, and before I knew it I was running into the arena with my pal Minnow. (watch the video here).

Then after a lot of meet & greet with my fans and fellow competitors I took a much needed nap in the car while mom went to check out the rest of the expo (where apparently dogs weren’t allowed).

When are they going to make saddles for dogs?

Then mom came back and I got to go for a walk with my friend Minnow.

Me and Minnow have a very special friendship

Some of my very lucky fans even got to witness the “rarely seen” pony rubs dachshund’s belly – where Minnow helps a guy out and rubs my belly for me. Trust me, I don’t show this to everyone! (although my mom did catch it on film once.)

Later I took a little detour to check out the “facilities” at the park. I guess they meet my standards.

Then it was back to the hotel for the night.

But don’t worry, my adventure didn’t stop there! Check back tomorrow to learn about the rest of my trip!

Super Dog vs. Super Pony – who won?

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As my facebook fans know, I’m back from my amazing trip to the Equine Extravaganza to compete in the talent contest with my pony pal, Chincoteague Minnow.

And guess what!!?? I came back as the winner! Well ok, Minnow & I are the winners!

Mom was kinda nervous for the performance, but Minnow & I knew exactly what we were doing. Just check it out for yourself:

We were up against some stiff competition….

But I think it was my adorableness that won the judges over. I also threw in a few extra moves of my own to really wow them too…..Like digging a REALLY REALLY big hole. I mean did you hear all the laughs I got? I have to admit I’m kinda bitter that the crowd clapped the loudest for Minnow & he won the super hero trophy…..I guess I can give him that one though, since it WAS a HORSE EXPO.

Not only did I win glory in the contest, but I also won the opportunity to have a private training session with Movie Star Animal Trainer, Doug Sloan. I can see myself now in a kibble commercial, or maybe the next marvel super hero movie! I mean after all the 2008 talent contest winner, Amazing Grace, became a movie star after she won! So hey, it could happen to me right?

But, even if I don’t become a super star, my mom said she’ll always be proud of me, and I don’t need a fancy movie role to be special.

And you know, my mom’s right. Because I perform to make people smile and laugh, and because it’s fun! (not to mention the chicken and cheese mom gives me is to die for!)

So maybe someday you will see me on the big screen, but if not, I’ll be just as happy to continue to make my fans smile.

P.S. I have lots more photos to share from my adventuresome weekend….so check back tomorrow….you can also head over to the Trick Ponies Blog to see more videos from my travels.

On the Road Again

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While you’re reading this, I’m on my way to Doswell, Virginia for the weekend with my pal Minnow! Minnow and I are competing in a talent competition at the Equine Extravaganza.

I’m a little bit nervous, but I’ve been practicing a lot, so I’m super excited to show everyone what I can do!

A few years back a mule named Gracie won the talent contest. Gracie went on to star in a movie and even made a few TV appearances after winning the contest. Pretty cool, huh?

Now I don’t know about being a TV star, but I do know I can’t wait to make everyone laugh! Laughter is the best part about being a performing Dachshund. Well and the treats, lets not forget the treats.

I really like to look out into the audience and see lots of smiling faces! That’s why sometimes I like to add-lib in my performances. Les you forget when I stole the show away from my friend Minnow the Pony this summer during a performance in Virginia – where I decided to dig a GIANT hole in the arena while Minnow was doing his tricks!

Sneaky I know, but when the crowd burst out laughing…..it was totally worth it. Minnow forgave me later, we always kiss and make up.

So since I totally enjoy making everyone smile – I thought I’d share a little video of Me and Minnow practicing for our big show. It’s not the finished product – which I will be sure to tell you all about when I get back – but I think it should hold you till I get back!

P.S. You better be laughing!

I’ve Got Talent

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Just when I thought things were winding down for the summer, and I was gonna have to start preparing for hibernation, something exciting has happened! Something even more thrilling than my “play dead” trick! And it’s pretty thrilling!

My mom entered me and my bestest pony pal, Minnow, into a talent contest. And we were accepted!

So what does this mean exactly? I’ll tell you what….

From October 29 – 31 Minnow and I will be at the Equine Extravaganza in Doswell, Virginia. On October 30th Minnow and I will compete against other contestants for the chance to win fame and fortune! The contest will take place on Saturday from 11:30am – 1pm at the Meadow Event Park.

I’m excited, but really nervous too! Mom said I have lots of work to do to get ready, because I don’t have as much performance experience as Minnow does. As long as I have my stunt helmet and cape I know I can do it! So if you feel like visiting me at the Equine Extravaganza I know I could sure use the cheering section!

Stay tuned as next month I’m sure mom will be helping me learn lots of new tricks in preparation for my BIG performance!