World’s oldest dog, Bobi, turns 31

Bobi, a beloved Portuguese canine who was formally acknowledged because the world’s oldest canine by Guinness World Data in February, joyously commemorated his thirty first birthday on Thursday, as confirmed in a information launch from Guinness. The festive event was deliberate by Bobi’s adoring household at their residence in Conqueiros, a tranquil rural village in southern Portugal.

In keeping with the information launch, Bobi’s proprietor, Leonel Costa, shared that the birthday celebration would embody a “very conventional” Portuguese celebration. Greater than 100 people had been anticipated to attend, whereas a fascinating dance troupe was set to grace the festivities with their efficiency.

Costa expressed to Guinness that Bobi has garnered immense consideration and adoration ever since being topped because the world’s oldest canine. He recounted the multitude of journalists and admirers from throughout the globe who had visited particularly to seize a second with Bobi, showcasing his exceptional longevity.

The senior pup’s well being was reported to be in good situation; nevertheless, attributable to Costa’s considerations in regards to the pressure attributable to frequent guests, Bobi not too long ago underwent a check-up. Costa defined within the information launch, “There have been quite a lot of photos taken and he needed to stand up and down many instances. It wasn’t straightforward for him.”

Bobi belongs to the purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo breed, a Portuguese canine identified for its guarding skills with livestock. As he has aged, Bobi has encountered challenges in strolling and skilled a decline in eyesight, as acknowledged by Costa.

Costa attributed his beloved companion’s spectacular longevity, partially, to the serene and harmonious surroundings during which Bobi resides. Remarkably, Bobi holds the excellence of not solely being the oldest residing canine presently but in addition the oldest canine ever recorded in historical past, in response to Guinness. Costa was merely 8 years outdated when Bobi first entered their lives as a cherished canine companion.

Reflecting on the importance of Bobi, Costa conveyed heartfelt sentiments, stating, “Bobi is particular as a result of him is like remembering the individuals who had been a part of our household and sadly are not right here, like my father, my brother, or my grandparents who’ve already left this world.”