The oldest dog on the planet today is 21 years and three months old. He is of the Chihuahua breed, his name is Tobykeith and he lives in FloridaUnited States, as recently recognized by the Guinness Book of Records.
Tobykeith, whose name is inspired by a country music singer, was born on January 9, 2001 and was adopted by Gisela Shore when he was a few months old. international media report.
Shore, who defines the dog as “his little bodyguard”, assures that this is “sweet, gentle and affectionate”.
The woman, who lives with her long-lived pet in Greenacres, about 90 kilometers from Miami, learned 20 years ago that an elderly couple had a chihuahua that was a few months old, whom they wanted to give up for adoption because they could no longer care for him. She then contacted the owners of the puppy, who was then called Peanut Butter, and decided to adopt him.
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Over the past two decades, Shore has cared for more than 150 dogs and puppies cared for by the Peggy Adams Animal Rescue organization, where she volunteers.
When Tobykeith turned 20, Shore thought that his pet could be the oldest dog in the world and went to the Guinness Book of Records, an organization that certified him as such on March 16, although now it has been known that indeed it is.
The record was achieved with 21 years and 66 days of life.
According to Shore, the news filled her and her friends with happiness, and to celebrate, Tobykeith received a bath, a manicure and a car ride.
The oldest dog in the world lives at Shore’s house with a seven-year-old American bulldog named Luna and three-year-old Lala, a mixed-breed dog. According to the report, he likes to lay in the sun and sleep most of the day, although he used to enjoy long walks and playing games before.
Press reports refer that TobyKeith would be a few years away from breaking the absolute record in history, which is held by an Australian shepherd dog named Bluey, who died when he was 29 years and 5 months old, on November 14, 1939.
As for the race of the now laureate, its origin is not known for sure, although the most widespread theory is that it comes from an ancient race called “Techihi”, domesticated by the Toltec civilization. It is known for being the smallest breed in the world, in terms of weight and height, because in adulthood Chihuahuas do not usually exceed three kilograms and 20 centimeters.
Despite their small size, specialists point out that these dogs are very intelligent and brave, they have a kind and affectionate personality, so it is not very difficult to create an emotional bond with them.
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