Pebbles the dog is busy celebrating after being crowned the oldest living dog in the world.

The Fox Terrier, 22 years and 59 days, or 154 years in dog years, recently received recognition from the Guinness World Records.

The 4-pound dog, who lives in South Carolina, was born on March 28, 2000.

Pebbles owners Bobby and Julie Gregory claim the dog is in good health, despite his advanced age.

The couple shared a photo of Pebbles with his certificate of verification on Instagram, saying the dog was “thrilled” to have won the title.

Speaking to their 6,680 fans, they wrote: “Pebbles is officially the oldest living dog!



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“Thank you Guinness World Records for this huge honor and this beautiful plaque you sent us! Pebbles couldn’t be happier !! “

Fans loved the news, as one exclaimed: “Long live Pebbles!”

Another added: “I love you Pebbles !!”

While a third said: “Congratulations!”

A quarter also asked, “What’s the secret?”, While the owners of Pebbles replied, “I love you.”

Pebbles’ Instagram account follows his daily life, with the dog often seen dressed in sparkly clothing, hats and accessories.

Bobby was reportedly the first to be impressed by Pebbles when the family met her and Julie saying, “It was instant love the moment they met.”

Pebbles’ entry into the record books came after stealing first place from Chihuahua TobyKeith.

His world record age was confirmed on March 16, when he was 21 years and 66 days old.

Julie said that when she saw her story on the news, she demanded that Pebbles be listed on Guinness World Records as well.

According to Julie, Pebbles leads a simple and modest life, sleeping until the afternoon and staying up all night.

The owner also said she likes to listen to country music in her sleep.

The dog also loves her meals, as she follows a cat food diet, which her vet prescribed for her in 2012.

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