Total Reports
38
FDA CVM filings
Dog /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 38 reports on file
Appenzeller Sennenhunde - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Appenzeller Sennenhunde (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
With 38 reports on file, Appenzeller Sennenhunde sits at #296 among dog breeds by volume; death-coded share is 2.6% (1 reports).
- #296
- most-reported dog breed
- 2.6%
- death-coded report share
- 8
- Vomiting - top reaction
- 3.6 yr
- average age at report
Read report counts next to breed popularity: a bigger number often just means more owners and more vet visits.
Deaths Reported
1
of 38 reports
Death Rate
2.6%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
3.6 yr
38.9 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Appenzeller Sennenhunde death-coded reports 2.6%
Cross-breed median
2.6% of 38 appenzeller sennenhunde reports involved a death outcome.
How to read this number
Read alongside breed popularity, veterinary access, and owner awareness, these shape how many events ever reach the FDA. The comparison line marks the cross-breed median death-coded share (about 4.8%) among breeds with 50 or more reports; values above it suggest higher reporting bias toward severe outcomes, not necessarily higher true mortality.
Average weight at time of report: 38.9 kg (85.8 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Vomiting 8
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 6
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm 5
Diarrhoea 4
Inappropriate urination 3
Most Referenced Drugs
Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner 11
Moxidectin 6
Oclacitinib Maleate 5
Sarolaner 4
Melarsomine Dihydrochloride 3
Outcome Breakdown
Ongoing
29 (76.3%)
Recovered/Normal
5 (13.2%)
Outcome Unknown
3 (7.9%)
Died
1 (2.6%)
Gender Distribution
Male 21 (55.3%)
Female 17 (44.7%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 2 | |
| 2018 | 3 | |
| 2019 | 6 | |
| 2020 | 5 | |
| 2021 | 6 | |
| 2022 | 4 | |
| 2023 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 7 | |
| 2025 | 1 | |
Appenzeller Sennenhunde Pet Health Insights
Appenzeller Sennenhunde accounts for 38 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #296 by volume among dog breeds, with 1 reports (2.6%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 3.6 years, average weight 38.9 kg (85.8 lbs).
Top reported signs: Vomiting (8), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (6), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm (5). Most-referenced drug: Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (11 reports), followed by Moxidectin (6) and Oclacitinib Maleate (5).
Outcome coding on 38 status-recorded reports is dominated by Ongoing (76.3%). Annual submissions ranged 2,016-2,025 across 10 years on file.
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Sheepdog - Long-haired Pyrenean
38 reports · 0.0% death rate
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39 reports · 0.0% death rate
Pinscher - German
37 reports · 2.7% death rate
Griffon (unspecified)
40 reports · 2.5% death rate
Sheepdog - Polish Lowland
40 reports · 5.0% death rate
Spaniel - Irish Water
36 reports · 5.6% death rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Appenzeller Sennenhunde? ▼
There are 38 adverse event reports involving Appenzeller Sennenhunde in the FDA database, with 1 reports involving death (2.6% death rate). Appenzeller Sennenhunde ranks #296 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Appenzeller Sennenhunde? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Appenzeller Sennenhunde are Vomiting (8 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (6 reports), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm (5 reports), Diarrhoea (4 reports), Inappropriate urination (3 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Appenzeller Sennenhunde adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Appenzeller Sennenhunde adverse event reports are Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (11 reports), Moxidectin (6 reports), Oclacitinib Maleate (5 reports), Sarolaner (4 reports), Melarsomine Dihydrochloride (3 reports).
What is the average age of Appenzeller Sennenhunde in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Appenzeller Sennenhunde at the time of adverse event reports is 3.6 years, with an average weight of 38.9 kg (85.8 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Appenzeller Sennenhunde is unhealthy? ▼
No. FDA adverse event reports are voluntarily submitted and do not prove causation. Popular breeds with more veterinary visits tend to have more reports. The data reflects reporting patterns, not actual incidence rates. Always consult a veterinarian for health decisions.
Where does this Appenzeller Sennenhunde safety data come from? ▼
All data comes from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine's adverse event reporting system. Pet owners, veterinarians, and manufacturers voluntarily submit reports about adverse events potentially linked to animal drugs and other products.
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