Guinness World Record's noted the Portuguese mastiff as the oldest ever dog on record in February, with Bobi breaking a record which stood since 1939.
The world's oldest dog has died at the age of 31. Born on 11 May 1992, Bobi was recognised by Guinness World Records as the oldest dog ever in February. The purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo broke a record held by Australian cattle-dog Bluey, who died at 29 years and five months in 1939. Dr Karen Becker, a veterinarian, confirmed the dog's death over the weekend, saying: 'Last night, this sweet boy earned his wings.
The dog was born in an outhouse with three siblings, but Mr Costa said the puppies had to be put down as his family had too many animals. Read more from Sky News:Police kill XL bully in primary schoolWoman who made fake cancer claims fined Bobi escaped however and continued to live at the rural home. Mr Costa, who was just eight when the dog was born, credited Bobi's long life to the 'calm, peaceful environment' he lived in 'far from the cities'.
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