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Surf's Up, Paws Down: The World Dog Surfing Championships Just Turned 10

2026-08-04

Surf's Up, Paws Down: The World Dog Surfing Championships Just Turned 10

Dogs in tiny life vests took over the waves in Pacifica, California this weekend for the tenth annual World Dog Surfing Championships. Spaniels to Labs rode the boards while the crowd cheered every single ride, and a Miniature Pinscher named Rusty competed with a shark fin on his vest. The event raises money for local animal charities and even hosts adoptions right on the beach.

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