Topa 23-year-old Chihuahua, has been officially certified as the world’s oldest living dog Guinness World Recordsa fact that has made its owners in the United States proud, who have shared the touching story of how the dog came into their lives.
In an interview for the organization that granted the recognition, Rita Kimbal said he found Top over 13 years ago in the parking lot of a state grocery store Ohio, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. According to her, the Chihuahua was in poor condition. “He was shaved on the back, had bloodstains from a chain or rope around his neck and looked pretty rough,” the woman said.
Spike, the world’s oldest living dog, was found injured in a parking lot by his current owners nearly 13 years ago. Photo: Guinness World Records
A store clerk told him the animal had been there for three days and that they had fed it leftover food. Seeing this scenario, Rita decided to bring the animal to her farm to join the rest of her “pack”.
“As we left the store and entered the parking lot, he followed us. We opened the car door to put our grandson in his seat and Spike jumped up and sat in the seat like he knew where we were going,” he recalled. Kimball.
The world’s oldest living dog, Spike enjoys good naps that keep him sane. Photo: Guinness World Records
The secret of its longevity
According to the owners of TopHis constant routine is one of the mainstays that have kept the dog alive for so many years. The 23-year-old Chihuahua starts his day between 7:00 and 7:30 a.m., sometimes he has breakfast right away, sometimes he fasts for a while. Then he goes for a walk with his owner to visit the cows, horses and cats in the stable, with whom he gets along very well.
Likewise, for those who have a four-legged friend, Rita advises healthy eating, space, daily exercise, love and undivided attention.