Nicotine seems to provide both a stimulant and a depressant effect, and it is likely that the effect it has at any time is determined by the mood of the user, the environment and the circumstances of use. Studies have suggested that low doses have a depressant effect, whilst higher doses have stimulant effect.
Quick Answer. A goat will generally live for 10 to 12 years. Male goats, or bucks, tend to have shorter life spans than female goats, or does, and wethers. This is partly caused by the stress involved with going into rut yearly. Some goats live up to 15 years.
Female goats, or does, reach sexual maturity between the ages of 8 to 10 months, so they can produce their first offspring about the age of 13 to 15 months. Much depends on the type of goat, nutrition levels and the time at which they're born. It's possible for a goat to give birth twice a year. Goat's Gestation and Weaning. It's spring -- time for new kids and plenty of food. Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images. Your goat's gestation period lasts five months from mating to kidding.