Meet World's Oldest Living Dog: 30-year-Old Bobi from Portugal!

feb 6, 2023 Furry Friends Furry Friends By Akanksha Choudhary By Akanksha Choudhary

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Meet World's Oldest Living Dog: 30-year-Old Bobi from Portugal!

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