The remarkable longevity of Bobi, a Portuguese mastiff who lived to the grand age of 31, made headlines and marked a historic milestone in canine history. However, in the wake of this extraordinary feat, questions have arisen regarding the legitimacy of Bobi’s age and whether it is scientifically plausible for a dog to live the equivalent of 200 human years.
Vets and skeptics have cast doubt on this exceptional claim, prompting Guinness World Records to launch an official investigation into the veracity of Bobi’s age. The Portuguese mastiff reportedly passed away at the remarkable age of 31 years and 165 days.
The discussion surrounding Bobi’s age has been further fueled by intense scrutiny of images from 1999, which show Bobi with differently colored paws compared to the dog that passed away in Portugal on October 21. Vets have raised additional concerns, highlighting that the registration of Bobi’s age on the national pet database typically relies on owner self-certification. Furthermore, the genetic testing that Bobi underwent only confirmed his advanced age but did not pinpoint his precise age.
A spokesperson for Guinness World Records responded to the growing skepticism, stating, “We’re aware of the questions around Bobi’s age and are looking into them.” The investigation aims to shed light on the extraordinary case of Bobi and provide a conclusive answer to the world’s oldest dog’s age claim.
