Who's the top dog? Wave-riding canines compete in the World Dog Surfing Championships

Coconut is pushed through the breakers during the World Dog Surfing Championships Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, in Pacifica, Calif.

Pooches competed against similarly sized peers for a chance to appear in the finals. Additional heats featured multiple dogs surfing tandem or riding with people.

(Image credit: Eakin Howard)