Nothing lasts forever, but for Bobi, the Portuguese mastiff, his title as the "world's oldest" dog didn't even last a year. In a surprising turn of events, on Thursday (Feb 22) Bobi was dethroned by Guinness World Records (GWR). The canine's title was revoked after officials could not substantiate his age claims.

<h2>What Guinness World Record said</h2>

In a statement, GWR declared that it "no longer has the evidence it needs to support Bobi's claim as the record holder."&nbsp;

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The dog's owners had asserted that Bobi was 31 years and five months old when he passed away in October. This age, equivalent to approximately 220 canine years, had initially secured Bobi's position as both the oldest living dog and the oldest dog ever recorded by GWR.

However, doubts surrounding Bobi's age surfaced soon after his "coronation". Veterinary experts questioned the feasibility of a dog living that long, with some pointing to discrepancies in photographs of Bobi from 1999 compared to those taken before his death in Portugal last year.&nbsp;

While Bobi's age had been registered on Portugal's national pet database, critics noted that this was based on the owners' self-certification, and pet microchipping in Portugal only began in 2008. Genetic testing confirmed that Bobi was indeed old but could not pinpoint his exact age.

<h2>False claims</h2>

Danny Chambers, a vet and council member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, soon after Bobi's death suggested that claims about the dog's age were false.

Chambers emphasised the implausibility of a dog living over 30 years, likening it to a human living beyond 200 years was inconceivable.

"This is the equivalent of a human living to over 200 years old which, given our current medical capabilities, is completely implausible. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence, and no concrete evidence has been provided to prove his age," he said.

An investigation by the technology magazine Wired discovered the Portuguese database had "no registration or data that can confirm or deny" the owners' claims that Bobi was born in 1992. Despite requests for clarification, Bobi's owner, Leonel Costa, did not respond to inquiries.

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Following these revelations and concerns raised by experts and media outlets, GWR initiated a review of Bobi's record.

Mark McKinley of GWR, who conducted the review, expressed the organisation's commitment to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of its records. McKinley explained, "Following concerns raised by vets and other experts, both privately as well as within public commentary, and the findings of investigations conducted by some media outlets, we felt it important to open a review into Bobi's record."

Nothing lasts forever, but for Bobi, the Portuguese mastiff, his title as the "world's oldest" dog didn't even last a year. In a surprising turn of events, on Thursday (Feb 22) Bobi was dethroned by Guinness World Records (GWR).

Nothing lasts forever, but for Bobi, the Portuguese mastiff, his title as the "world's oldest" dog didn't even last a year. In a surprising turn of events, on Thursday (Feb 22) Bobi was dethroned by Guinness World Records (GWR). The canine's title was revoked after officials could not substantiate his age claims. What Guinness World Record said In a statement, GWR declared that it "no longer has the evidence it needs to support Bobi's claim as the record holder." Also read | World's oldest dog Bobi celebrates his 31st birthday The dog's owners had asserted that Bobi was 31 years and five months old when he passed away in October. This age, equivalent to approximately 220 canine years, had initially secured Bobi's position as both the oldest living dog and the oldest dog ever recorded by GWR. However, doubts surrounding Bobi's age surfaced soon after his "coronation". Veterinary experts questioned the feasibility of a dog living that long, with some pointing to discrepancies in photographs of Bobi from 1999 compared to those taken before his death in Portugal last year. While Bobi's age had been registered on Portugal's national pet database, critics noted that this was based on the owners' self-certification, and pet microchipping in Portugal only began in 2008. Genetic testing confirmed that Bobi was indeed old but could not pinpoint his exact age. False claims Danny Chambers, a vet and council member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, soon after Bobi's death suggested that claims about the dog's age were false. Chambers emphasised the implausibility of a dog living over 30 years, likening it to a human living beyond 200 years was inconceivable. "This is the equivalent of a human living to over 200 years old which, given our current medical capabilities, is completely implausible. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence, and no concrete evidence has been provided to prove his age," he said. An investigation by the technology magazine Wired discovered the Portuguese database had "no registration or data that can confirm or deny" the owners' claims that Bobi was born in 1992. Despite requests for clarification, Bobi's owner, Leonel Costa, did not respond to inquiries. Also read | World's oldest dog Bobi dies at 31 after living a 'calm and peaceful' life Following these revelations and concerns raised by experts and media outlets, GWR initiated a review of Bobi's record. Mark McKinley of GWR, who conducted the review, expressed the organisation's commitment to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of its records. McKinley explained, "Following concerns raised by vets and other experts, both privately as well as within public commentary, and the findings of investigations conducted by some media outlets, we felt it important to open a review into Bobi's record."

'Easy come, easy go': Bobi, the supposedly 31-year-old canine is no longer world's oldest dog ever

Guinness World Records had once declared Bobi, a 30-year-old Portuguese dog, as the world's oldest dog, but the tile has been suspended.

Last year in February, Bobi was declared the world's oldest living dog. He passed away in October at the official age of 31 years and 165 days.&nbsp;

But the publication now said that it was reviewing the title after some veterinarians questioned his age.&nbsp;

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Guinness World Records told The Associated Press by email on Tuesday: "While our review is ongoing we have decided to temporarily pause both the record titles for oldest dog living and ever just until all of our findings are in place."&nbsp;

Bobi was the purebred Rafeiro, which is a Portuguese race of livestock guard dog whose life expectancy is usually between 12 and 14.&nbsp;

He was also declared the oldest dog ever, breaking a nearly century-old record held by Australian cattle dog Bluey, who died in 1939 aged 29 years and five months.&nbsp;

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The book that lists world records said that it had received correspondence from some vets questioning the dog's age. It considered public commentary from vets and other professionals.&nbsp;

Some experts mentioned by British and US media noted Bobi's feet appeared to be a different colour in images of him as a puppy and photos of him in his golden years.&nbsp;

And Lisbon vet Miguel Figuereido told AFP last year: "He doesn't look like a very old dog ... with mobility problems... or with an old dog's muscle mass."&nbsp;

<h2>Bobi's history&nbsp;</h2>

He and three other puppies were from a litter born in a wood shed owned by the Costa family in the village of Conqueiros in central Portugal.&nbsp;

Because the family already owned so many animals, the parents decided to get rid of the newborn puppies, recalled Bobi's owner Leonel Costa, who was eight at the time.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Guinness World Records had once declared Bobi, a 30-year-old Portuguese dog, as the world's oldest dog, but the tile has been suspended. Last year in February, Bobi was declared the world's oldest living dog.

Guinness World Records had once declared Bobi, a 30-year-old Portuguese dog, as the world's oldest dog, but the tile has been suspended. Last year in February, Bobi was declared the world's oldest living dog. He passed away in October at the official age of 31 years and 165 days. But the publication now said that it was reviewing the title after some veterinarians questioned his age. Also read: India: 10th cheetah death in Kuno National Park raises concerns in reintroduction project Guinness World Records told The Associated Press by email on Tuesday: "While our review is ongoing we have decided to temporarily pause both the record titles for oldest dog living and ever just until all of our findings are in place." Bobi was the purebred Rafeiro, which is a Portuguese race of livestock guard dog whose life expectancy is usually between 12 and 14. He was also declared the oldest dog ever, breaking a nearly century-old record held by Australian cattle dog Bluey, who died in 1939 aged 29 years and five months. Also read: Terrified UAE man runs for his life as tiger chases him in lavish home The book that lists world records said that it had received correspondence from some vets questioning the dog's age. It considered public commentary from vets and other professionals. Some experts mentioned by British and US media noted Bobi's feet appeared to be a different colour in images of him as a puppy and photos of him in his golden years. And Lisbon vet Miguel Figuereido told AFP last year: "He doesn't look like a very old dog ... with mobility problems... or with an old dog's muscle mass." Bobi's history He and three other puppies were from a litter born in a wood shed owned by the Costa family in the village of Conqueiros in central Portugal. Because the family already owned so many animals, the parents decided to get rid of the newborn puppies, recalled Bobi's owner Leonel Costa, who was eight at the time. (With inputs from agencies)

Bobi no more world’s oldest dog, Guinness World Records suspends title. Here’s why

The Guinness World Records is investigating whether the world’s oldest dog, Bobi, which died earlier this month, was actually in his 30s. No dog before Bobi had ever reached the grand old age. The Portuguese mastiff was 31 years old when he died on Oct 21.&nbsp;

The scepticism over pup’s age came after some vet argued and wondered whether it is biologically possible for a dog to live in his 30s. As per vets, the age 30 for a dog is equivalent of 200 human years.

<h2>Scepticism over Bobi’s age&nbsp;</h2>

Bobi received a lot of spotlight from media for being the world’s oldest dog. His images from 1999 became the point of intense scrutiny in which he has different coloured paws to the dog which died in Portugal in October.&nbsp;

Vets have raised other doubts as well- although his age had been registered on the national pet database; this is usually based on owners’ self-certification. Furthermore, genetic testing he had received merely confirmed he was old, rather than his precise age.

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Subsequently, a Guinness World Records spokesperson said to the Guardian that they are aware of the questions around pup’s age and are “looking into them.”

Danny Chambers, a vet and council member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, said of the 18,000 members of the Veterinary Voices group he runs, “Not a single one of my veterinary colleagues believe Bobi was actually 31 years old.

“We are a science-based profession, so for the Guinness Book of Records to maintain their credibility and authority in the eyes of the veterinary profession, they really need to publish some irrefutable evidence.”

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Chambers added that Bobi’s example had been taken up by anti-pet food zealots “who have long campaigned that dog food is killing pets and that raw feeding is healthier”, since the mastiff lived off human food.

It is not that dogs does not live longer but only certain breeds, like that who are smaller and not overweight tend to live longer. Vets also argued that most of the owners are unsure of the exact age of their dog.

According to Bobi’s owners, the Costa family, there are good genes in his lineage. Bobi’s mother lived to the age of 18 while another of the family’s dogs died at the age of 22

(With inputs from agencies)

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The Guinness World Records is investigating whether the world’s oldest dog, Bobi, which died earlier this month, was actually in his 30s. No dog before Bobi had ever reached the grand old age.

The Guinness World Records is investigating whether the world’s oldest dog, Bobi, which died earlier this month, was actually in his 30s. No dog before Bobi had ever reached the grand old age. The Portuguese mastiff was 31 years old when he died on Oct 21. The scepticism over pup’s age came after some vet argued and wondered whether it is biologically possible for a dog to live in his 30s. As per vets, the age 30 for a dog is equivalent of 200 human years. Scepticism over Bobi’s age Bobi received a lot of spotlight from media for being the world’s oldest dog. His images from 1999 became the point of intense scrutiny in which he has different coloured paws to the dog which died in Portugal in October. Vets have raised other doubts as well- although his age had been registered on the national pet database; this is usually based on owners’ self-certification. Furthermore, genetic testing he had received merely confirmed he was old, rather than his precise age. Also Read | UAW-Ford tentative deal marks significant gains for union members: Report Subsequently, a Guinness World Records spokesperson said to the Guardian that they are aware of the questions around pup’s age and are “looking into them.” Danny Chambers, a vet and council member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, said of the 18,000 members of the Veterinary Voices group he runs, “Not a single one of my veterinary colleagues believe Bobi was actually 31 years old. “We are a science-based profession, so for the Guinness Book of Records to maintain their credibility and authority in the eyes of the veterinary profession, they really need to publish some irrefutable evidence.” Also Read | Animal farming: from carbon culprit to climate champions? Chambers added that Bobi’s example had been taken up by anti-pet food zealots “who have long campaigned that dog food is killing pets and that raw feeding is healthier”, since the mastiff lived off human food. It is not that dogs does not live longer but only certain breeds, like that who are smaller and not overweight tend to live longer. Vets also argued that most of the owners are unsure of the exact age of their dog. According to Bobi’s owners, the Costa family, there are good genes in his lineage. Bobi’s mother lived to the age of 18 while another of the family’s dogs died at the age of 22 (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Guinness World Records 'looking into' claims about Bobi, world's oldest dog's age after his death

Bobi, a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, lived until the grand age of 31. The canine icon passed away on Oct 21 in Portugal. He was officially declared the world's oldest living dog by the Guinness World Records. Take a look.

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