Guinness World Records Suspends 'World's Oldest Dog' Title Amid Age Doubts

Investigation into Bobi's Age Sparks Controversy in Record-Breaking Dog World

Bobi, a Portuguese mastiff who died last October, was declared the world's oldest dog by Guinness World Records at the age of 31 years and 165 days, surpassing a previous record that had stood for almost a century.
However, the Guinness World Records has now suspended Bobi's title amid doubts about his true age, which were raised by veterinarians and experts.
Questions arose due to discrepancies in photos of Bobi from 1999 and 2022, showing differently colored paws, and the fact that his breed, Rafeiro do Alentejo, usually has a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years.
An investigation by Wired magazine revealed that Bobi had only been registered on the Portuguese government's pet database in 2022, a year before he died, and the entry was based on information provided by the dog's owner.
Guinness World Records is currently conducting a formal review into the record, which involves reviewing existing evidence, seeking new evidence, and reaching out to experts.