Total Reports
7
FDA CVM filings
Goat /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 7 reports on file
Boer or Boerbok - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Boer or Boerbok (Goat) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among goat breeds, Boer or Boerbok is #471 by FDA report volume; 14.3% of its 7 reports (1) were death-coded.
- #471
- most-reported goat breed
- 14.3%
- death-coded report share
- 2
- Weight loss - top reaction
- 1.6 yr
- average age at report
Report counts track breed popularity and reporting activity, not real-world risk, read this alongside how common the breed is.
Deaths Reported
1
of 7 reports
Death Rate
14.3%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
1.6 yr
36.2 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Boer or Boerbok death-coded reports 14.3%
Cross-breed median
14.3% of 7 boer or boerbok 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: 36.2 kg (79.8 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Weight loss 2
Medication error NOS 2
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - NOS 2
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) 1
Recumbency 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Moxidectin 4
Progesterone 2
Ivermectin 2
Copper Carbonate + Manganese Carbonate + Sodium Selenite + Zinc Oxide 1
Fenbendazole 1
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
4 (57.1%)
Died
1 (14.3%)
Ongoing
1 (14.3%)
Recovered/Normal
1 (14.3%)
Gender Distribution
Female 4 (57.1%)
Mixed 3 (42.9%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 4 | |
| 2025 | 2 | |
Boer or Boerbok Pet Health Insights
Boer or Boerbok accounts for 7 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #471 by volume among goat breeds, with 1 reports (14.3%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 1.6 years, average weight 36.2 kg (79.8 lbs).
Top reported signs: Weight loss (2), Medication error NOS (2), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - NOS (2). Most-referenced drug: Moxidectin (4 reports), followed by Progesterone (2) and Ivermectin (2).
Outcome coding on 7 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (57.1%). Annual submissions ranged 2,022-2,025 across 3 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Boer or Boerbok? ▼
There are 7 adverse event reports involving Boer or Boerbok in the FDA database, with 1 reports involving death (14.3% death rate). Boer or Boerbok ranks #471 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Boer or Boerbok? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Boer or Boerbok are Weight loss (2 reports), Medication error NOS (2 reports), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - NOS (2 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) (1 reports), Recumbency (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Boer or Boerbok adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Boer or Boerbok adverse event reports are Moxidectin (4 reports), Progesterone (2 reports), Ivermectin (2 reports), Copper Carbonate + Manganese Carbonate + Sodium Selenite + Zinc Oxide (1 reports), Fenbendazole (1 reports).
What is the average age of Boer or Boerbok in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Boer or Boerbok at the time of adverse event reports is 1.6 years, with an average weight of 36.2 kg (79.8 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Boer or Boerbok 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 Boer or Boerbok 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.
Compare a breed's report volume against how common the breed is before drawing conclusions. See our methodology for how death rate and rankings are computed.
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