Regrettably, Pebbles, the dog who had the distinction of being the world’s oldest, died before she could celebrate her 23rd birthday, according to Guinness World Records. The Toy Fox Terrier, who it is thought passed away from natural causes, will be missed.

The beloved dog Pebbles spent her last moments with her owners Bobby and Julie Gregory before passing away at their South Carolina residence. Pebbles was born on March 28, 2000, and when the chihuahua TobyKeith was announced as the world’s oldest dog, Pebbles’ owners realized that their furry friend had surpassed the record. Upon discovering TobyKeith’s story on the news, Bobby applied for Pebbles to be recognized by Guinness World Records. The couple received numerous calls and messages from friends and relatives who had heard about the 21-year-old dog.

After Pebbles was first adopted, she gave birth to 32 puppies through three different litters with her beloved companion Rocky, who passed away in 2017 at the age of 16. Pebbles called Taylors, South Carolina home for most of her life, and her owners, Julie and Bobby, recently announced her passing in a press release. Pebbles was an active dog who loved country music and being showered with affection. She enjoyed trying out new foods and being spoiled, but above all, she cherished feeling loved. According to Julie and Bobby, Pebbles had her own unique personality and was much more than just another dog. She was a once-in-a-lifetime companion, and it was an honor to have her as a member of their family.

Everyone who crossed paths with Pebbles couldn’t help but fall in love with her. After the pup’s passing, countless fans took to Twitter to express their deep sadness by sharing messages like “Rest in Peace, Pebbles”. However, one individual raised the question of how the record for the world’s oldest dog could possibly keep up with the constant changes, given how frequently it seems to shift.