Who's the top dog? Wave-riding canines compete in the World Dog Surfing Championships
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About 15 to 20 canine wave riders are set to vie for top dog in the World Dog Surfing Championships outside San Francisco this weekend. The annual contest draws thousands of spectators to Pacifica State Beach. Participating pooches compete against similarly sized peers for chance to appear in the finals. Additional heats feature multiple dogs surfing tandem on one board and dogs riding tandem with humans. Judges scrutinize how long dogs remain on boards, how long they can hold their balance and whether they perform any tricks like turn around while riding waves. Winners of Saturday's event will receive medals and bragging rights.