A Portuguese farm dog called Bobi has actually been called the oldest living dog ever and his commemorating with an unique celebration.
The Rafeiro do Alentejo breed, who resides in the Leira district of Portugal, turns 31- years-old today.
The pooch will delight in a ‘really conventional’ Portuguese celebration this weekend on the family-run farm where he was born in the town of Conqueiros.
100 individuals are because of go to, a few of which are flying in from foreign nations to take part on the events.
Local meats and fish will be dished out to visitors, with additional for Bobi, who just consumes human food.
There will likewise be a dance performers carrying out on the day, and Bobi will be taking part in among the dances.
Bobi’s owner, Leonel Costa, informed Guinness World Records: ‘We’ve had a great deal of reporters and individuals originate from all over the world to take a photo with Bobi.
‘They’ve originated from all over Europe, along with the U.S.A. and even Japan.’
Bobi was granted a Guinness World Record title for the oldest dog on the planet in February.
Despite his age, the calm and friendly dog is still healthy adequate to have fun with the family’s 4 cats.
Family members think the trick to his durability is the truth that he has actually constantly resided in the countryside in a serene environment, surrounded by nature.
Bobi enjoys to consume and primarily has the exact same food as his owners, however they make certain to soak it in water to get rid of the spices initially.
Leonel describes him as ‘one of a kind’ and he still hopes Bobi will father puppies, as he is the last of a long generation of animals.
Costa said: ‘Bobi has been a warrior for all these years, only he knows how he’s been holding on, it must not be easy because the average dog’s life span is not that high and if he spoke only he could explain this success.
‘We are very happy and grateful to life for allowing us, after 30 years, to have Bobi in our daily lives.’
Seeing Bobi’s long life recognised by becoming a Guinness World Records title holder ‘is an immense joy’, Costa said.
Bobi had just one health scare in 2018, but pulled through.
He also has actually some age-related eyesight and walking issues.
In 1992, Bobi was registered with the Veterinary Medical Service of the Municipality of Leiria. The organisation confirmed Bobi’s birth date.
Bobi’s age has actually been validated by SIAC, an animal database authorised by the Portuguese federal government and handled by the National Union of Veterinarians.
The previous title holder for the oldest living dog was Spike, who attained the record at 23 years and 7 days, as validated in Camden, Ohio on December 7, 2022.
The oldest dog ever title was formerly held by Bluey, an Australian livestock dog who lived to 29 years and 5 months prior to being put to sleep in November 1939.
