DOGS TUBE
A 20-year-old golden retriever in Tennessee is being hailed as the longest-living dog of her breed after becoming the first on record to surpass the milestone age.
The GoldenHeart Golden Retrievers Rescue said August, known affectionately as Augie, is believed to be the oldest-ever golden retriever at an age of 20 years and 61 days -- and counting.
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August (affectionately referred to as Auggie,) live with Steve and Jennifer Hetterscheidt. They adopted her when she was 14 from Gold Heart Golden Retriever Rescue. She had been re-homed twice before (no fault of her own, according to GoldHeart.) Over the years, the family had adopted and cared for many senior Goldens.
The rescue said Augie, who was adopted by Oakland residents Jennifer and Steve Hetterscheidt at the age of 14, celebrated her 20th birthday April 24, becoming the first golden retriever known to have reached a third decade of life.
The breed has an average lifespan of 10 to 12 years.
Image/Story Source Credit: @GoldHeartGoldenRescue/Facebook
The Hetterscheidts said Augie remains remarkably healthy for her advanced age. The canine was diagnosed with kidney issues at the age of 14, which are managed with a combination of special food and dietary supplements. Watch the video below!
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