Durban - Canines and pampered pooches headed out to Del Mar in California at the weekend to compete at the Helen Woodward Animal Center’s 17th Annual Surf Dog Surf-a-Thon.
One of the oldest dog surfing competitions was held on Sunday to raise money for shelter orphan pets and programmes.
Over 50 dogs competed in the 10-minute heat sessions, hoping to earn the coveted prize of “Top Surf Dog”.
Canines had to show off their surf skills before a panel of judges, made up of surf pros and aficionados.
They were judged based on the length of their ride, wave technique, enthusiasm and confidence on the board.
“Not only did we have a blast on the beach watching the surFURS compete, we raised vital funds for the orphan pets and programmes at Helen Woodward Animal Center!,” Surf Dog-A-Thon said.
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