Thousands packed onto Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica on Saturday to watch the annual World Dog Surfing Championships. Small, medium, large, and even extra large four-legged surfers took to the waves.
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The competition, which was originally called the “Small Wave Surf Dog Competition,” began in 2006. A portion of the proceeds of this event go to dog, surfing and environmental nonprofits.
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According to its website, “The World Championships for Dog Surfing are based on the California coast — where the concept for the sport originated — bringing together dog surfing talent. Dog surfers are invited to bring home the gold for charity.”
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