The world's oldest dog has died at the age of 31.

Bobi, the Portuguese dog recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's longest-living dog, has died at the age of 31.

Veterinarian Karen Becker announced on Facebook on October 23rd that Bobi, a male Raffiiro do Alentejo dog from Leiria, Portugal, had passed away.

"Is there ever enough time? I think not. Even though Bobi lived longer than any dog in history, his 11,478 days on this earth were never enough for those who loved him," Dr. Becker wrote.

Becker first met Bobi in February, after the dog was recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's longest-living dog, at 30 years and 266 days old. Becker also attended Bobi's birthday party on May 11th, when the dog turned 31.

The world's longest-living dog has died at the age of 31. — Guinness World Records posted a video of Bobi's life on February 2nd. Video: *X/Guinness World Records*
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Dr. Becker also quoted Leonel Costa, Bobi's owner, as saying that the dog lived a long life thanks to "good nutrition, frequent exposure to nature, freedom to explore its environment, love, and good veterinary care."

"Bobi understands that he is very much loved," Costa said.

In 1992, Bobi was registered with the veterinary health authority in Leiria. The dog's age was also confirmed by SIAC, a pet database authorized by the Portuguese government and managed by the national veterinary association.

Leonel Costa posted a photo with his dog Bobi in February. Photo: Facebook/Leonel Costa — Leonel Costa posted a photo with his dog Bobi in February. Photo: *Facebook/Leonel Costa*

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According to the scientific journal Nature, the average lifespan of a dog is 12 years, and some smaller breeds may live 1-2 years longer than larger dogs. Breeds like Bobi, such as the Raffiiro do Alentejo, have an average lifespan of 12-14 years.

Before Bobi, the record for the world's longest-living dog belonged to Bluey, an Australian cattle dog, who lived for 29 years and 5 months.

Ngoc Anh (According to Straits Times)

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