World's Oldest Dog, Bobi, Passes Away at the Age of 31

2023-10-23 20:29:44

Bobi, The World's Oldest Ever Dog, Dies Aged 31

A dog that held the record for being the oldest in the world has passed away at the age of 31.

Bobi, a Rafeiro Alentejano from Portugal, lived his entire life in the village of Conqueiros. He died over the weekend, according to his owner.

Born on May 11, 1992, Bobi spent his days on a farm alongside four cats and captured the title of the world's oldest dog ever officially verified by Guinness World Records. He surpassed the previous record held by Bluey, an Australian cattle dog, who lived to be 29 and five months.

Bobi's Longevity

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Bobi recently celebrated his 31st birthday and was the oldest dog ever officially verified by Guinness World Records.

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In a statement, Guinness World Records expressed their sadness over Bobi's passing. The official record showed that Bobi lived for 31 years and 165 days before his death on Saturday.

The Rafeiro do Alentejo breed of dog typically has a life expectancy of ten to 14 years, making Bobi's longevity even more remarkable.

Remembering Bobi

Veterinarian Karen Becker, who had the privilege of meeting Bobi on multiple occasions, shared her condolences. "Despite outliving every dog in history, his 11,478 days on earth would never be enough for those who loved him. Godspeed, Bobi," she said.

When interviewed earlier this year, Bobi's owner, Leonel Costa, revealed the secrets behind his dog's extended life. According to Costa, Bobi enjoyed good food, fresh air, and an abundance of love. He also emphasized that Bobi had never been leashed, always roaming freely.

The world says farewell to Bobi, a remarkable dog who lived a long and cherished life.

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