Solo surfing, two-dog surfing and human/dog surfing were among the events held at Huntington Beach. From surfing dogs that catch a wave to a junior lifeguard who prepares to catch a dog as it jumps from the surfboard, these photos will give you the information you need about the 10th annual Surf City surf dog competition.
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Surfing dogs catch a wave.
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Maya carries her board as contestants rush to the water.
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Two dogs compete.
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A dog stands on his owner’s head.
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One of the surfing dogs.
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Sugar and Ryan Rustan compete.
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Dogs and their owners prepare to compete in the tandem category.
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A surfer rides a wave with his dog Giselle.
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A junior lifeguard prepares to catch a dog as it jumps from the surfboard.
Photograph: Mike Nelson/EPA