We've all heard of party animals, but have you heard of surfing dogs? Dozens of doggies hit the waves in Del Mar on Sunday as contestants in Helen Woodward Animal Center's Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon at Dog Beach.

Many more dogs participated in the canine-centric event, costume contest and fundraiser for the Helen Woodward Animal Center, a no-kill facility on 12 acres in Rancho Santa Fe. The event raises funds for orphaned animals.

If you missed the event, but still want to donate to the shelter you can do so online. Donate at animalcenter.org/donate/