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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle

Surfing dogs in California – in pictures

Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
Michael Uy holds his Australian Kelpie Abbie Girl, who won in the small dog category for the third time Photograph: David Maung/EPA
Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
A nervous-looking pooch prepares to ride the waves
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
Dogs compete in 10-minute heats and are scored on their best two waves
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
There are three categories in the competition: small dogs, large dogs and tandem dogs
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
How many dogs can you fit on a surfboard? Lots, going by this photo
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
Judges looked for confidence, a long wave ride and a good sense of fashion
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
Some dogs clearly have excellent sea legs …
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
… whereas others look a little shaky
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
Don't get distracted!
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
The event attracts a sizeable crowd
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Surfing dogs : Surfing dogs
Nicole Tallent rests on a surfboard with her English Bulldog, Betsy Photograph: David Maung/EPA
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