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.
1 Life Span: Average life span of the Flat-Coated Retriever is 10 to 12 years. 2  Training: Happy and enthusiastic, the Flat-Coat is up for anything his owner wants to teach him, and he learns quickly. 3  He tends to get bored easily, so lessons should be short and motivational. Without enough exercise and mental stimulation, he can become anxious and even destructive. 2  Grooming: The Flat-Coat has a naturally lustrous coat that needs only occasional brushing and combing to keep him looking great. 3  Life Span: Average life span of the Flat-Coated Retriever is 10 to 12 years.