Owner Got A Cat In 1988, Probably Did Not Expect To Throw Him A Birthday Party 30 Years Later

Meet Rubble, a cat from Exeter, England, that is now being called the ‘oldest cat in the world’ after recently celebrating his 30^th birthday. Rubble and his owner, Michele Foster, have been the very best of friends since she got him as a kitten on her 20^th birthday, back in May 1988.

Michele believes that the secret to Rubble’s longevity is the fact that she pampers him as if he were a child, she never had children of her own so Rubble is positively showered with attention and care. “He’s a lovely cat, although he has got a little grumpy in his old age,” she said. “He has plenty of life left in him yet, but I don’t think we will go down the Guinness World Record route as I am not sure he would like lots of people coming to see him or a fuss being made out of him.He is old now and would not like too much attention or be hassled. We would prefer if he was just left to live out his old age in peace.”

The oldest cat who ever lived, according to the record books, is Creme Puff, who was born on August 3, 1967, and lived until August 6, 2005, an incredible 38 years and three days! Rubble has some way to go before breaking that particular record, but Michele is very proud of his achievement. She remembers her 20^th birthday, the day they first met, quite clearly. “He was part of a litter of cats that my sister’s friend had, and I had just left home,” she explained. “I was lonely living on my own so got him in as a kitten. He is very loyal. We used to live in London and moved around a lot.”

“If you care about something and someone and really love them, that goes a long way. I have always treated him like a child – I don’t have any children and had another cat called Meg – who passed at the age of 25. If you care about something, no matter what it is, it does last.”

Understandably, due to his advanced age, Rubble suffers from high blood pressure. He needs regular medication, which he gets from Shaun Moore of City Vets. “We recently had this amazing cat in for a check up and to celebrate his 30th birthday,” he said. “Rubble is quite likely to be the oldest cat in the UK and is still going strong. He is on medication for his blood pressure but apart from that, he is in remarkably good health.”

“He enjoyed a free check up, some Whiskas Catmilk and Felix pouches, and less appreciated a free supply of medication for the next month as his birthday present from City Vets.”

While we are sure Rubble appreciated the treats, if not the medication, we can only salute his achievement and wish him continuing good health. Scroll down to check him out for yourself, and let us know what you think in the comments!

Meet Rubble, a British cat who is now being called the ‘oldest cat in the world’ after celebrating his 30th birthday

Old cat Rubble celebrating his 30th birthday with a colorful balloon in a cozy home setting.

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His owner, Michele Foster, got him as a kitten on her 20th birthday May 1988

Fluffy orange and white kitten with blue eyes resting on wooden stairs, showing a cute and calm expression.

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“He was part of a litter of cats that my sister’s friend had and I had just left home”

Orange and white cat resting indoors, capturing the charm of a pet owner celebrating a special birthday event.

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Cute orange and white kitten surrounded by plush toys, highlighting a cat birthday celebration and owner's long-time pet care.

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“I was lonely living on my own so got him in as a kitten”

Orange and white cat standing on stone steps near a brick wall, capturing the essence of a beloved pet's long life.

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The pair have been inseparable ever since

Woman smiling and holding her cat, celebrating 30 years since owner got a cat in 1988 with a birthday party

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Rubble has now matched the age of the last world record holder

Side-by-side images of a cat as a kitten and 30 years later, showcasing a long-lived cat anniversary celebration.

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Rubble had a party at his local vets where he was treated to some of his favorite cat food and a free check-up

Woman holding and kissing an elderly cat with a colorful 30th birthday balloon in the background celebrating the cat's birthday.

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“He is on medication for his blood pressure but apart from that, he is in remarkably good health”

Orange and white cat resting on a fluffy cushion, celebrating a milestone birthday after 30 years with its owner.

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A close-up of an old, fluffy ginger and white cat sitting outside on a wooden bench near plants.

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He is quite likely to be the oldest cat in the world and is still going strong

Fluffy orange and white cat sitting beside a ceramic cat statue near a green door, symbolizing a 30 year cat birthday celebration.

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Happy 30th birthday Rubble!

A senior orange and white cat sitting on a wooden bench, highlighting a long-term pet owner and cat birthday celebration.

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