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Flossie, Guinness-Verified Oldest Living Cat, Turns 30

Guinness recognizes her age based on veterinary records confirmed through Cats Protection.

Overview

  • The British tortoiseshell, born December 29, 1995, marked her 30th birthday on December 29, 2025.
  • Guinness World Records validated her age in November 2022 at 26 years and 316 days following veterinary documentation.
  • Rescued as a kitten near St Helens Hospital in Merseyside, she was later rehomed by Cats Protection to Vicki Green in Orpington.
  • She is deaf and partially sighted yet otherwise stable, with a routine of gentle play, regular meals, and extended rest noted by the charity.
  • Flossie is the oldest living verified cat, though the all-time record belongs to Creme Puff at 38 years and three days.