Helen Woodward Animal Center's 21st Annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon Sends Surfing Dogs Riding Waves for Orphan Pets Â
RANCHO SANTA FE, Calif., Sept. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DIVE IN! Today, more than 50 four-legged surfers are making a splash at Del Mar Dog Beach for the 21st annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon, presented by Blue Buffalo. The longest-running doggie surf competition is back for its ultimate summer send-off, with talented SurFURS and gromMUTTs paddling, riding and fetching top-dog honors — all while raising life-saving funds for orphan pets at Helen Woodward Animal Center. The action takes place TODAY, Sunday, Sept. 13, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. PST at Del Mar Dog Beach.
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