1 Insomnia. 2  Improving the effectiveness of certain cancer medications used to fight tumors in the breast, lung, kidney, liver, pancreas, stomach, colon, prostate, and decreasing some side effects of cancer treatment. 3  Decreasing symptoms of a movement disorder called tardive dyskinesia (TD). 4  Cluster headaches.
First, be aware that the average life span of dogs is increasing, just as the average human life span is. A dachshund that is well cared for usually now lives to be 14 or 15 years old; many live longer. Second, all dogs require regular medical care, including annual physical exams, inoculations, heartworm tests and preventive medication, and dental care. Third, illness and debility affect dogs of all ages.
Confidence votes 5.0K. The average life expectancy is 10-12 years but it is not uncommon for them to reach 15. The care they receive can affect the life expectancy of individual dogs.A German shepherd can live up to 15 years, if completely healthy.he average life expectancy is 10-12 years but it is not uncommon for them to reach 15.