The world's oldest dog has passed away at the age of 31.
Bobi, who is from Portugal, celebrated his 31st birthday in May.
He is a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, a breed of Portuguese dog.
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In a Facebook post shared last night, vet Dr Karen Becker gave her followers the sad news.
"Is there ever enough time? I think not," she wrote. "Last night, this sweet boy earned his wings.
"Despite outliving every dog in history, his 11,478 days on earth would never be enough, for those who loved him. When we asked Leonel what his recipe was for Bobi’s exceptionally long life, his response was swift: “Good nutrition, constant contact with nature, freedom to discover his environment, consistent veterinary care, and love. Bobi knows he’s deeply loved.”
"Godspeed, Bobi…you’ve taught the world all you were meant to teach."
Her followers shared their condolences in the comments.
"My sympathy to his family, such a special boy, run free at Rainbow Bridge," wrote one follower.
"Beautiful boy, you knew you were loved and. You gave all that love back to your family. Good boy! Condolences to Bobby’s family," another wrote.
Another said: "Heartfelt condolences and prayers of comfort to Bobi’s family. There is never enough time."
Owner Leonel Costa told Guinness Book of World Records that the secret to Bobi's long life is a mystery:
“If Bobi spoke only he could explain this,” Leonel said when discussing reasons for Bobi’s longevity.
The family says Bobi enjoys a free and relaxing life, although he has slowed down a lot in his old age and has always eaten “human food”.
“What we ate, they ate too,” Leonel said. He believes that this has contributed greatly to Bobi’s longevity.
“Between a can of animal food or a piece of meat, Bobi doesn’t hesitate and chooses our food.”
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