This site uses cookies to improve your experience and to provide services and advertising. By continuing to browse, you agree to the use of cookies described in our Cookies Policy. You may change your settings at any time but this may impact on the functionality of the site. To learn more see our Cookies Policy.
OK
Dublin: 19 °C Saturday 28 June, 2025
Advertisement

In pictures: Dogs ride waves in surf competition

Wipeouts, breakers, catching the big Kahuna – these dogs did it all.

WE’VE ALL HEARD of the doggy paddle – but the doggy surfboard might be a new one to some.

Surf-loving dogs (and their owners) assembled yesterday in San Diego, California for the annual Incredible Surf Dog Challenge.

The competition was divided into three categories – small dogs, large dogs and “tandem” (dogs and their owners), U-T San Diego reports.

The ‘small dog’ crown went to Jedi the Australian Kelpie, while golden retriever Kalani claimed the title among the bigger pooches. Here’s how it went down:

In pictures: Dogs ride waves in surf competition
1 / 6
  • Wave riders: dogs go surfing

  • Wave riders: dogs go surfing

  • Wave riders: dogs go surfing

  • Wave riders: dogs go surfing

  • Wave riders: dogs go surfing

  • Wave riders: dogs go surfing

About the author:

Michael Freeman

Read next:

COMMENTS (4)