A cat belonging to an Italian couple has just been named the world’s longest cat by Guinness World Records after he measured in at 3 feet, 11.2 inches long.

Cinzia Tinnirello and Edgar Scandurra said that they started thinking that their 2 year-old Maine coon Barivel might break this record one day when he was just a kitten.

“From the start we thought about this Guinness World Records title. We all know the Guinness World Records name and we are so excited to see if Barivel will go in the book,” said Edgar. “For us he is like a gift.”

“He is a very special cat for us because he is a little shy… when people see him they are very shocked, but for us he is a little gift… a big gift!” Edgar continued.

The couple went on to say that Barivel, whose name means “clown” or “joker,” is a laid back cat who enjoys going out for walks in his stroller.

“People are very surprised to see him him because it’s strange to see a cat outside in the buggy,” Edgar said. Since Maine coons can keep growing until they are 4, Barivel may very well end up breaking his own record!

“A lot of people, when I post a photo, ask in a direct message if he is photoshopped,” Edgar added.

This couple sure is lucky to have such a big and friendly cat! We wish Barivel many years to come of happiness with his family.

Find out more about Barivel in the video below!