Dog Surfing Competition Has Canines Shredding Waves

WOOF FOR WORLD RECORDS

This year’s event broke three Guinness Book of World Records, including most dogs surfing on one board at one time, most dogs surfing on one board at one time with a human (Scott Chandler), and most dogs surfing on one board at one time with two humans (Scott and Tyler Chandler).

BLOND AND BEAUTIFUL 

Blondie from Arizona sits on her board before her heat began. She had a huge fan base of Labrador supporters in tow.

DRY DOGGIES 

These dogs want to take photos already so they can get into the water.

SAY CHEESE 

Even on water, these competitive canines knew how to pose for cameras. 

RAD RICOCHET

Ricochet wasn't just any ordinary canine competitor at this year's event. She is also the ASPCA Dog of the Year.

STAR-STUDDED EVENT 

Ricochet's partner-in-crime this year was Cameron Mathison of "Good Morning America" and "Dancing with the Stars."

CAMERON AND RICOCHET

Cameron Mathison and Ricochet give it their all on the waves.

CUTE AND TALENTED 

These guys should consider surfing together all the time. Look at them go! 

AWESOME ABBIE

Abbie Girl and her owner pose for the cameras after winning first place in their heat. 

SURFER GIRL 

Fans gathered on the beach to root for their favorite dog surfers.

SURF'S UP

This dog had no fear cruising down big waves. 

PUP PROTECTION 

It's a good thing there are dog-sized goggles for any canine surfers that don't like the uncomfortable feeling of water in their eyes.

TANDEM THREESOME

Zoey the Jack Russell Terrier and her owners, Scott and Tyler Chandler, scored first place in the tandem portion of the contest.

WAY TO GO

Little did Zoey know that she was going to win the heat!

PATRIOTIC PUPS 

Three dogs represent their country by sporting American-flag life jackets.

BOMBS AWAY 

Even for the most talented of dogs, not every wave can be mastered.

CAMERA LOVES CANINE 

This surfing dog holds an impressive stance.

CHOPPY WATERS 

The dogs held strong on their boards all day across the rough waves. 

HUMAN HELP 

A Bulldog's owner helps him get back on its surfboard after a few falls.

S.O.S.

This dog isn't letting a few falls stop him from getting back in the water.

MAKE ROOM FOR MORE 

Canine record breakers scoot over to fit more on the board.

SURF SWEETIE 

This little cutie knows how to look fashionable in swim gear. 

BRAVE BULLY 

A Bulldog stands tall and rides the wave after recovering his footing.

PROUD PUP 

This dog approaches land with confidence after crushing some gnarly waves. 

BACKWARDS BUDDY 

Some dogs prefer surfing in more unique ways. 

CANINE CROWD

The large crowd cheered for all the competitors. 

SECOND PLACE 

Cameron Mathison and Ricochet won second place in the tandem heat. 

CONGRATULATORY KISSES 

A dog's owner offers a big kiss for a job well done in the water.

DIG, DIG, DIG 

A Jack Russell Terrier appears to confuse the surfing competition for next week's sand-castle-building contest.

SMILE AND WAVE

A competitor celebrates after finally managing to catch a wave. 

BULLDOG SURFERS  

The dogs were eager to go back in the water even after their heats were over. 

HAPPY PUP 

Although Betsy the Bulldog didn't win this weekend, she walked away with a huge smile on her face. With so many new memories made, she can't wait for next year.