Look: Surfing dogs ride waves at World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica

John Hill helps his dog Ranger catch a wave during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California. The event helps local charities raise money by sponsoring a contestant or a team, with a portion of the proceeds going to dog, environmental, and surfing nonprofit organizations.

Carson catches a wave during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California.

Skylar and owner Homer Henard perform tricks while competing in the tandem category.

(From front to back) Carson, Rosie and Charlie Surfs Up compete during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California.

Charlie Surfs Up catches a wave during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California.

Cherie, a French bulldog who went on to win the medium dog category, competes during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California.

With matching mohawks, Kentucky Gallahue and his goldendoodle Derby compete during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California.

Skylar and owner Homer Henard catch a wave while competing in the tandem category.

Delilah catches a wave during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California.

Faith, who went on to win the large dog category, competes during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California.