Janelle Derouen

© Barry Bland / Barcroft Media The oldest dog in the world has never been pampered or preened but Max the terrier-cross celebrated his 26th birthday in Louisiana on Sunday (09.08.09). For full story and pictures: In dog years Max is a staggering 182, the equivalent of being born in 1827. That’s the year that William Blake died, George Canning was Prime Minister and the friction match was invented. “I never spoiled Max,” said his owner Janelle Derouen in her smooth Louisiana accent. “I’ve...Read Full Story

Until last week, the world record for 'World's Oldest Dog' was held by Chanel, a wire-haired dachshund.  Unfortunately Chanel died last week at the old age of 21.  Chanel's passing made national headlines.Turns out that press about Chanel helped surface another of the world's oldest dogs. Janelle Derouen owns a 26 year old brown terrier named Max and has the paperwork to prove his age.  Janelle describes Max; “He’s a very, very laid back dog. He likes to lie down, relax, nap, sleep a lot and...Read Full Story

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