Bobi, the world’s oldest canine, turns 31 many years previous

A puppy from Portugal who grew to become the world’s oldest dog earlier this 12 months has turned 31 a long time outdated.

Bobi celebrated his birthday over the weekend just after reaching 31 past week, in accordance to aGuinness Planet Data information launch. His family members planned a occasion at his household in the village of Conqueiros, where by Bobi has lived his lifetime. His owner, Leonel Costa, described it as a “really conventional” Portuguese celebration.

Far more than one hundred individuals from all over the entire world ended up thanks to go to on Saturday, according to Guinness. Fish and regional meats ended up on the menu for guests, whilst Bobi, who only eats human food stuff, got an excess portion.

Costa, who was 8 yrs old when his loved ones took in Bobi, instructed Guinness that the birthday boy has experienced good health and fitness more than the latest months, but is anxious about the prospective mental and bodily strain just after seeing so many readers considering the fact that hebroke the reportfor becoming the world’s oldest puppy in February. In accordance to Costa, journalists and holidaymakers from all-around the world, like Europe, the U.S. and Japan, have stopped by to choose pictures with Bobi.

“There had been a lot of pics taken and he experienced to get up and down quite a few moments. It was not quick for him,” Costa stated. “His health was a little harmed, but now it is improved.”

Bobi is a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, a breed recognized for safeguarding livestock, in accordance to theAmerican Kennel Club. Rafeiro do Alentejo pet dogs have an average lifestyle expectancy of twelve to 14 many years. Costa states the key to Bobi’s longevity has been the “relaxed, peaceful setting” he life in.