Niven /niv-en/ [2 sylls.] as a boys' name. Niven's root is Latin, and the name Niven means holy, sacred; little bone; servant of the saint's disciple. Niven is a variant transcription of Nevin (Latin).
The average life expectancy for someone with MS is 35 years after the symptoms begin. This represents a life expectancy of 95 percent of someone who does not have multiple sclerosis. Most people with the disease can function effectively; however, a rare form of acute MS can be fatal within weeks.
All dogs placed by MSIR are spayed or neutered, up-to-date on shots, heartworm negative and microchipped. As you consider a dog, remember that the average life span of a Shiba Inu is 12-17 years. MSIR's adoption fee covers the aggregate costs of caring for foster dogs. Adoption fees cover a portion of medical care as well as general care for the dogs while they are being fostered.