Guinness has revoked the title of world's oldest dog from Bobi, a Rafeiro do Alentejo from Portugal, after a month-long investigation failed to provide conclusive evidence of his claimed age of 31. Bobi's age was called into question by veterinarians, and Guinness ultimately concluded that they did not have enough evidence to support his record. The investigation highlighted the need for more stringent evidence requirements for pet records, and while a new record holder has not been named, Guinness hopes the publicity will encourage pet owners worldwide to come forward.
Bobi, previously deemed the world's oldest dog, had his title suspended by Guinness World Records due to lack of conclusive evidence supporting his age claim. Guinness requires evidence such as microchip data, vet and witness statements, and documentation for all years of a pet's life. Bobi, a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, died in October 2023 at reportedly 31 years old. Guinness has not yet confirmed a new record holder and hopes the publicity encourages pet owners to come forward.
Guinness World Records has posthumously stripped Bobi, a Rafeiro do Alentejo from Portugal, of his title as the "oldest dog ever" due to lack of conclusive evidence supporting his claimed age of 31 years and 165 days. The review and appeals process revealed inconclusive microchip data, raising concerns about the accuracy of Bobi's record. Guinness emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards and integrity in record-keeping, and did not announce a new record holder.
Bobi, the dog who was believed to be the world's oldest ever at 31 years old, has been stripped of the title by Guinness World Records after an investigation found insufficient evidence to support the claim. The review revealed that the microchip data used as evidence did not require proof of age for dogs born before 2008, leaving no conclusive evidence of Bobi's date of birth. Bobi's owner, Leonel Costa, claimed that the dog lived until the age of 31 years and 165 days, attributing his longevity to a free-roaming lifestyle, a peaceful environment, and a diet of human food soaked in water. The title of oldest dog ever is now uncertain, as Guinness World Records awaits new evidence to determine a new record holder.
Bobi, the former world's oldest dog, has been posthumously stripped of his title by Guinness World Records due to a dispute over his real age. Despite claims that he lived to be 30 years old, GWR found no conclusive evidence to support this, leading to the removal of his record. The organization has not yet determined the new record holder, and doubts about Bobi's age had been raised by veterinary professionals prior to the investigation.
Guinness World Records has revoked the title of "world's oldest dog" from a now-deceased Portuguese canine named Bobi, as it found no conclusive evidence that he had lived for more than 31 years. The decision came after complaints by veterinarians raised doubts over Bobi's age, leading to a formal review by GWR. Despite initially being awarded the title last year, Bobi's record has been rescinded due to the lack of definitive proof of his age, leaving the title vacant.
Bobi the Portuguese mastiff, previously declared the world's oldest living dog and the oldest dog ever, has been stripped of his title by Guinness World Records due to lack of evidence supporting his claimed age of 31 years and five months. Veterinary experts raised doubts about the plausibility of Bobi's age, and genetic testing could not confirm his exact age. The previous record-holder was Bluey, an Australian cattle dog who died in 1939 aged 29 years and five months. Guinness World Records conducted a review and decided to remove Bobi's record from their records.
Bobi, the dog celebrated as the oldest ever, is now under review by Guinness World Records after doubts were raised about his age. Bobi's owner, Leonel Costa, defended the dog's title, which Guinness had confirmed after a year of review. The investigation comes after doubts were raised about Bobi's age, including concerns about his diet and lack of concrete evidence. Guinness had previously awarded Bobi the titles of oldest living dog and oldest dog ever, but now both records are temporarily paused pending the review.
Guinness World Records is reviewing the "world's oldest dog" title given to a Portuguese canine named Bobi, following complaints by veterinarians who raised doubts over his age. Bobi, a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, was originally declared to have lived for 31 years and 165 days, breaking a record held since 1939. The review includes re-evaluating evidence, seeking new evidence, and reaching out to experts and those linked to the original application. Bobi's owner, Leonel Costa, defended his dog's longevity, attributing it to a steady diet of "human food" rather than pet food, and stated that all requirements requested by the GWR were met. No action has yet been taken regarding any record holders, and the GWR has temporarily paused applications for the oldest dog titles until the review is complete.
Guinness World Record is investigating the reported age of Bobi, a Rafeiro do Alentejo dog who was declared the world's oldest living dog and oldest dog ever at 31 years old. Some discrepancies have raised questions about his actual age, prompting the temporary suspension of his title while the group reviews evidence and seeks new information. If Bobi loses the title, it would revert to Bluey, an Australian cattle dog who lived 29 years and five months.
Guinness World Records has suspended the title of Bobi, the purported 'world’s oldest dog,' as it investigates claims about his age following his death. Vets and experts have raised suspicions, and the record is on hold while the investigation is ongoing. Bobi's owner denies the accusations, claiming that vets are trying to smear the dog’s legacy. The review is expected to last no longer than three months.
Guinness World Record is reviewing the title of the world's oldest dog, previously held by Bobi, a 31-year-old Rafeiro do Alentejo from Portugal, following skepticism from veterinarians about his age. Bobi's life story, from being rescued as a puppy to a lavish birthday celebration, has garnered attention. The review will determine if Bobi will retain the title, as his age was independently verified by multiple agencies. Guinness has temporarily paused applications for the oldest living dog and oldest dog ever records until the review is complete.
Guinness World Records is investigating the age of Bobi, a dog from Portugal who was certified as the oldest dog living and the oldest dog ever at 30 years and 266 days old. Doubts have been raised about his age, including discrepancies in his appearance in photos from different ages. The investigation involves reviewing evidence, seeking new evidence, and reaching out to experts and those linked to the original application. Applications for the oldest dog living and oldest dog ever records are paused during the review, and no action has been taken in relation to any record holders yet.
The Guinness Book of World Records is investigating the age of Bobi, a supposed 31-year-old dog from Portugal, whose title as the world's oldest dog has been suspended amid suspicions about the evidence of his true age. Bobi, a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, passed away last October, and his owner claims he was born in 1992. The investigation involves a formal review and appeals process, and the title of oldest living dog has been temporarily paused until all findings are in place.
Guinness World Records has suspended the title of oldest dog ever, previously held by a Portuguese dog named Bobi, following questions from veterinarians about his age. Bobi, reportedly 31 years old, lived on a farm in Portugal and was announced as the world’s oldest living dog last February. The organization is reviewing the title and has temporarily paused both the record titles for oldest dog living and ever until their findings are complete.
