Pups Packed the Lineup for the World Dog Surfing Championships
Over the weekend the who's who in the world of competitive dog surfing (yes, that world exists) took place in California.
It’s called the World Dog Surfing Championships and it’s been ranking our four-legged friends since 2016.
The paddling pooches and duck diving dogs had a doggone good time.
@worlddogsurfing captioned the post above:
"There were great waves and a massive turnout for the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, plus we saw again this year a lot rescue dogs get adopted, as well as many of our favorite dog surfing teams!"
According to the organization’s website, the contest takes place on the California coast where the concept for the sport originated. A portion of the profits is donated to dog, surfing, and environmental non-profits.
The event offered other fun stuff like a ball-and-fetch water competition and a fashion show. There’s even an annual “yappy hour,” which is basically an after-party with a taco and ceviche pop-up.
According to @worlddogsurfing, the official results from the 2023 World Dog Surfing Championships are:
Dr. Treat SMALL DOG CATEGORY
1. Carson / Delilah (tie)
2. Samson
Buddy's Batch MEDIUM DOG CATEGORY
1. Cherie
2. Lil Man
3. Iza
Playful Pooch LARGE DOG CATEGORY
1. Faith
2. Ava
3. Ranger
Bold by Nature EXTRA LARGE DOG CATEGORY
1. Derby
2. Charlie
3. Rosie
Rockaway Ricky DOG/DOG TANDEM CATEGORY
1. Rosie, Charlie and Carlson
2. Derby and Teddy
3. Faith and Iza
White Claw HUMAN/DOG TANDEM CATEGORY
1. Skyler & Homer
2. Derby & Kentucky
3. Team Faith
Diggidy Dog TOP DOG FINAL OVERALL CHAMPS
1. Carson
2. Faith
3. Cherie
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