Spike the surfing rescue dog catches a wave on the Surf Coast

SALTY dogs have long shredded this pristine Surf Coast point break, but none froth quite like this hardcore rescue hound, who is soaking up his second chance at life.

SALTY dogs have long shredded Anglesea’s most pristine point break, but none froth quite like this hardcore hound.

The most goofy surfer at Point Roadknight may not be able to hang ten, but Spike makes waves wherever he goes as he soaks up a second chance at life.

Time was almost up when the rescue dog was adopted by a Middle Park family five years ago.

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Spike the rescue dog loves the beach as much as his owners do. Picture: Alex Coppel

Rob Lorenzon and his family saved Spike from death row. Picture: Alex Coppel

The mongrel makes waves wherever he goes. Picture: Alex Coppel

The goofy hound is always ready for another ride. Picture: Alex Coppel

“We adopted him from The Lost Dogs’ Home — he would have been put down the next day,” owner Rob Lorenzon said. “We’re just so lucky.”

After seeing Mr Lorenzon and teen son Mats surfing during their beach holidays, it wasn’t long before Spike jumped on board.

“He just loves to do what we do,” Mr Lorenzon said.

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Spike is one of Point Roadknight’s more unusual surfers. Picture: Alex Coppel

Surfers look on as Spike rides a wave. Picture: Alex Coppel

When he isn’t surfing, Spike loves nothing more than a good dive. Picture: Alex Coppel

He’s also master of the doggie paddle. Picture: Alex Coppel

“When we would go snorkelling, he would come out and dive with us — every day was a surprise, something new.

“He’s had a couple of solid, headhigh waves ... he really likes the thrill of racing across the face of it.”

Wipe-outs end with a quick shake-off and doggie-paddle back to the board, ready for another ride.

When he’s not chasing waves, Spike’s diving to the bottom of rock pools.

“Spike is part kelpie, ridgeback, labrador — and maybe penguin,” Mr Lorenzon said.