Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease with symptoms that vary from person to person and may include joint pain, swelling and stiffness.
Health Problems & Life Expectancy. The typical West Highland Terrier lives about 12-16 years. Of course, individual dogs can have a life span outside that range based on care and pure luck. Like all dog breeds, Westies are prone to certain diseases, disorders, and behavioral problems.
Queens of eastern subterranean termites, the most common species of termites found in the United States, can live up to a staggering 30 years, but a 15- to 17-year life span is more common. For some African species of termites, a queenâs life span may be up to 50 years, while in other species, such as drywood termites, the queens live only 10 to 12 years. In general, worker termites live about two years. No matter what type they are or what point in the termite life cycle, termites are trouble.