Unfortunately, dogs have a shorter lifespan than humans do, but some can still live long and prosperous lives. It is especially important to celebrate each birthday for senior dogs, as they are significant milestones. Recently, a rescue Chihuahua named Bully turned 23 years old, an impressive age for a dog, and was given a special celebration in honor of his birthday. Despite his advanced age, Bully has had a fulfilling life, although he faced a major life change when his elderly owner could no longer care for him at the age of 21. Thanks to The Mr. Mo Project, a senior dog rescue, Bully found a new home where he can continue to enjoy his golden years.
As a dog grows older, it is quite challenging for them to adapt to new environments. Meet Bully, who is also called Bobo, an aging Chihuahua who has surpassed his life expectancy as per his breed. Due to his age, he struggled at first when he was brought to the rescue center, but after two years of being there, he has finally found a new home and has been thriving ever since.
The rescue’s founder, Chris Hughes, described Bully as a lively, mischievous, affectionate, and self-sufficient dog with an elderly-sounding bark. Despite his age, he still tries to dominate the other Chihuahuas in the area. As the oldest resident of the shelter, his 23rd birthday was recently celebrated with great fanfare. According to a Facebook post, Bully was born on April 5, 1999, making him one of the few dogs who have lived through two millennia. He has defied the odds by reaching an age that few dogs ever do. Although his milestone birthday calls for a lavish celebration, the senior pooch opted for a more subdued affair.
According to Hughes, his dog doesn’t have many teeth, so they got him a soft biscuit that they crumbled for him to enjoy. He added that his furry friend loves sleeping, so the best gift they could give him is a peaceful slumber. Chris Hughes founded the Mr. Mo Project with his wife Mariesa, and they hold senior dogs in high regard. They were inspired to establish the rescue after taking care of an elderly dog named Moses, who had been surrendered because of his age. The couple has spent a whopping $55,000 renovating their home to transform it into a haven for senior dogs. Their goal is to provide a secure and affectionate environment for these often-neglected pets to spend their golden years.
According to Chris in an interview with Insider, they and their partner both have full-time jobs aside from their work with The Mr. Mo Project. They strongly emphasized that their involvement in the project is driven by love and passion, instead of it being a job. Recently, Bully, one of the dogs they rescued, turned 23 years old. It’s a remarkable milestone, and we wish Bully many more happy years ahead. Please help us spread the news and send your greetings to this lovely pup. Also, don’t forget to follow We Love Animals on Instagram for more compelling animal stories and cute photos!