He was awesome and will soon be giving all the xtra large dogs competition at the upcoming Dog Surfing Events. He's biggest dog we've ever seen surf!
Big, Big Woof!
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Murphy learns to Surf!
Our new friend Debbie and her Great Dane 'Murphy' came to the Helen Woodward Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon Clinic to learn to surf on Saturday
He was awesome and will soon be giving all the xtra large dogs competition at the upcoming Dog Surfing Events. He's biggest dog we've ever seen surf!
Big, Big Woof!
He was awesome and will soon be giving all the xtra large dogs competition at the upcoming Dog Surfing Events. He's biggest dog we've ever seen surf!
Big, Big Woof!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Marmaduke Red Carpet in the news
Nani and buddies Dozer and Stanley were featured in an article in the Coast News.
They were invited to attend a Red carpet Premiere for the Marmaduke movie and a Paw-a-graph signing event to benefit the Helen Woodward Animal Center. Lots of kids and lots of Paw-a-graphs!
Some of our So Cal Surf Dog Buddies came as well. Judy with Ricochet, Andra with Kalani, Patti with Antonio and Guido, Jack with Toby, Deb with Kona and Dina with John.
Woof!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Purina Incredible Dog Challenge Surf Dog Competition
Nani won First Place in the second annual Purina Incredible Dog Challenge Surf Dog Competition held on Friday, June 11, 2010 at Dog Beach in Ocean Beach, in San Diego, California.
She was one of many SurFURs (Surf Dogs) who were invited to participate.
The waves were big and sloppy and the weather was cold and grey but in the end, the best Surf dogs prevailed!
Nani's best buddy Dozer (AKA 'Da Bull') an English Bulldog, took first place in the Small Dog Division. (Dozer's a small dog???)
Second place in the small dog division went to the best and oldest surf dog surfing today, Buddy!
In the Large Dog Division, first place went to our favorite Surfing Bernese Mountain Dog, Nani.
Second place went to Kalani a Golden Retriever and third place to her litter mate Ricochet!
In the Tandem Division, Buddy and Owner Bruce Hooker took first place.
Nani and the big old guy took second place. (This was only the third time we tried this and the first time in a competition. The surfboard was really to small for the tonnage placed upon it!)
Third place went to Dozer and Toby!
The event was filmed for airing in a couple of weeks on TV. We will post more details when we hear!
Woof!
Monday, May 24, 2010
Nani & Marmaduke
Nani went to the Marmaduke Premier on Saturday night on the beach in Imperial Beach, California. First a party for all the SurFURS who competed in the Loews Surf Dog Competition earlier in the day, then the first screening of the new Marmaduke Movie.
Nani, her best buddies Dozer and Stanley were featured as real surfing dogs in the movie!
They had a red carpet set up for Owen Wilson (Marmaduke) and George Lopez and the rest of the cast and crew. They provided food and beverages for everyone including a treat and water bar for the dogs! It was a blast. When it was over, the art director gave Nani and Dozer one of the posters!
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Marmaduke Screening
See the news flash on the front page of today's 'San Diego Union Tribune' ! 05-13-10
Nani & her 'So Cal Surf Dogs' Buddies have been invited to the private screening of the new Marmaduke Movie to be held on the beach after the Loews Surf Dog Competition in Imperial Beach on Saturday May 22, 2010! Movie will be released June 6th.
See more at: http://www.loewssurfdog.com
Friday, May 7, 2010
So Cal Surf Dogs
SURF DOGS & THEIR OWNERS FORMED A NEW
RECREATIONAL GROUP OF DOG SURFERS NOW KNOWN AS:
"SO CAL SURF DOGS"
RECREATIONAL GROUP OF DOG SURFERS NOW KNOWN AS:
"SO CAL SURF DOGS"
THEY ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO JOIN THE FUN!
A pack of Surfing Dogs, who have been surfing for several years in southern California, have formed a new group, the “So Cal Surf Dogs”.
(The So Cal Surf Dogs broke away from a previous group they helped form, to form the new group. The “So Cal Surf Dogs” and its members no longer have any affiliation with the SDDSA and its members or directors due to differences in goals and aspirations.)
The focus of the newly formed “So Cal Surf Dogs” is to have FUN and promote Dog Surfing!
(The So Cal Surf Dogs broke away from a previous group they helped form, to form the new group. The “So Cal Surf Dogs” and its members no longer have any affiliation with the SDDSA and its members or directors due to differences in goals and aspirations.)
The focus of the newly formed “So Cal Surf Dogs” is to have FUN and promote Dog Surfing!
The “So Cal Surf Dogs” is a fun loving group of dog owners whose surf with their dogs, affectionately referred to as SurFURS.
Currently, while it is a small group of dog owners and SurFURS, the variety of the SurFURS is amazing. They are enthusiastically encouraging anyone who dog surfs, or wants to dog surf, to join the group.
You don’t need to know how to surf to get involved. Only a few members actually surf! Experience isn't necessary, but a FUN attitude is! It's a great activity the whole family can participate in. They encourage all dogs and owners to give it a try, regardless of skill level or ability.
You don’t need to know how to surf to get involved. Only a few members actually surf! Experience isn't necessary, but a FUN attitude is! It's a great activity the whole family can participate in. They encourage all dogs and owners to give it a try, regardless of skill level or ability.
Each dog has an exciting lifestyle, individual talents, and many unique accomplishments. They've got a good mix of breeds and sizes amongst their SurFURS, and they're eager to meet your dog too! All dogs (and dog Owners) are welcome!
The “So Cal Surf Dogs” participate in southern California surf dog contests, support local animal charities, and get together to practice and help others that need it.
The “So Cal Surf Dogs” have a welcoming attitude, and offers help and support to each other, and to new SurFURS both in and out of the water. They can often be seen hanging around the beach, helping a new puppy learn to surf, or showing grandma what their little dog can do! Some of the dog’s tandem surf with each other, and they've gotten as many as five SurFURS on a board at one time. They're going to try for a record of 10 in the next several weeks, so if you're at the beach and see a bunch of dogs on a board, hop on! We don’t bite!
The group shares tips and stories on how to surf with your dog for those new to the activity, or offer suggestions for an issue you may have, such as your dog jumping off the board, or being distracted by a ball. Many dogs surf a few waves, and then play ball, or engage each other in a friendly game of chase. The dogs themselves are often the ones that show their owners what fun is all about!
The “So Cal Surf Dogs” participate in southern California surf dog contests, support local animal charities, and get together to practice and help others that need it.
The “So Cal Surf Dogs” have a welcoming attitude, and offers help and support to each other, and to new SurFURS both in and out of the water. They can often be seen hanging around the beach, helping a new puppy learn to surf, or showing grandma what their little dog can do! Some of the dog’s tandem surf with each other, and they've gotten as many as five SurFURS on a board at one time. They're going to try for a record of 10 in the next several weeks, so if you're at the beach and see a bunch of dogs on a board, hop on! We don’t bite!
The group shares tips and stories on how to surf with your dog for those new to the activity, or offer suggestions for an issue you may have, such as your dog jumping off the board, or being distracted by a ball. Many dogs surf a few waves, and then play ball, or engage each other in a friendly game of chase. The dogs themselves are often the ones that show their owners what fun is all about!
The “So Cal Surf Dogs” encourages all dog owners to give it a try.
If your dog likes water, and knows how to swim... that's about all you need.
The “So Cal Surf Dogs” promotes safety first with fun a very close second!
Lifejackets are mandatory with this group since they advocate water safety. But, there is usually someone offering the use of a lifejacket or surfboard so you can give it a try. A soft top surfboard is recommended and can be purchased at Costco for $99.00 or a used one can be found on Craigslist!
Here's this seasons schedule: (Come check it out!)
Loews Surf Dog Competition coming up on Saturday, May 22, 2010 in Imperial Beach: http://loewssurfdog.blogspot.com/
This event really focuses on fun, with dogs dressed in costumes, wearing wigs, and many other surprises. They draw a large crowd of Fans and Media!
The Purina Incredible Dog Surf Dog Competition will film at Dog Beach in Ocean Beach on Friday, June 11, 2010
Here’s what aired last year on ESPN:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX9lwJHZnUY
Helen Woodward Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon will be held on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at Dog Beach in Del Mar:http://surfdog.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=345143
This event attracts hugh crowds!
Surf City Surf Dog Competition will be held at Dog Beach in Huntington Beach on Sunday, September 19, 2010:http://web.me.com/jodibook/Surf_Dog/Home.html
Don't forget to get your 2010 Surf Dog Calendars at:http://www.surfdogscalendar.com/
Don't forget to get your 2010 Surf Dog Calendars at:http://www.surfdogscalendar.com/
Remember, no experience is necessary, competing isn't necessary, but FUN is!
Join the group today!
For more info:
So Cal Surf Dogs website: http://www.socalsurfdogs.com/
Join the group today!
For more info:
So Cal Surf Dogs website: http://www.socalsurfdogs.com/
See our Face book page: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=124797150867035
Check out our Video of “So Cal Surf Dogs” in action:
Woof!
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