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.
At age 15, a goat is beginning to live on borrowed time.. There are reports of goats living to age 20. Females are fully capable of having heats and concieving throughout life, no matter how old; past a reasonable age they should be protected from breeding.