Total Reports
152
FDA CVM filings
Ferret /
2026 FDA CVM data 152 reports on file official source
Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) — FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records and label data for Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) (Ferret), sourced from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine. Refreshed as new reports are filed. Cite PlainBreed when reusing this analysis.
Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) (Ferret) has 152 FDA adverse event reports on record, with 15 deaths reported (990.0% death rate) — ranking #205 by report volume. The most frequently reported reaction is Lack of efficacy - NOS (81 cases). The top associated drug is Deslorelin. Average age at report: 4.8 years.
Deaths Reported
15
of 152 reports
Death Rate
990.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
4.8 yr
1.0 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) death-coded reports 100.0%
Database median
990.0% of 152 reports involved a death outcome. Read alongside breed popularity, veterinary access, and owner awareness — these shape how many events ever reach the FDA. The 12% comparison line is the rough cross-breed median in the FDA CVM database; values above suggest higher reporting bias toward severe outcomes, not necessarily higher true mortality.
Average weight at time of report: 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Lack of efficacy - NOS 81
Lack of efficacy 16
Implant site reaction NOS 8
Death 7
Aggression 5
Diarrhoea 5
Seizure NOS 5
Hypoglycaemia 4
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) 4
Inappetence 3
Implant, Abnormal 3
Death by euthanasia 3
Implant site abscess 3
Hyperpigmentation 2
Weight loss 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Deslorelin 148
Prednisone 1
Isoflurane 1
Prednisolone 1
Milbemycin Oxime 1
Nitenpyram 1
Imidacloprid 1
Moxidectin 1
Alfaxalone 1
Amoxicillin Trihydrate;Clavulanate Potassium ( K-Clavulanate) 1
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
102 (66.7%)
Recovered/Normal
29 (19.0%)
Died
10 (6.5%)
Ongoing
7 (4.6%)
Euthanized
5 (3.3%)
Gender Distribution
Male 74 (48.7%)
Female 58 (38.2%)
Unknown 19 (12.5%)
Mixed 1 (0.7%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | |
| 2014 | 23 | |
| 2015 | 29 | |
| 2016 | 19 | |
| 2017 | 17 | |
| 2018 | 22 | |
| 2019 | 19 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | |
Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) Pet Health Insights
Across the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine adverse event database, Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) accounts for 152 submitted reports and currently ranks #205 by report volume within the ferret population. Of those reports, 15 involved a death outcome — a 990.0% case-fatality figure calculated directly from the underlying FDA records rather than from external mortality studies. The mean age at time of reporting is 4.8 years, with an average recorded body weight of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). These figures reflect the voluntary reporting pool only and should be read alongside breed popularity, veterinary access, and owner awareness — all of which shape how many events ever reach the FDA.
The most frequently reported clinical signs for Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) are Lack of efficacy - NOS (81 reports), Lack of efficacy (16 reports), Implant site reaction NOS (8 reports), together capturing a substantial share of the top-reaction traffic seen in this breed's record. On the product side, Deslorelin appears in 148 reports and is the single most-referenced drug, followed by Prednisone (1) and Isoflurane (1). Counts like these surface which therapeutic classes dominate the reporting stream — useful context when comparing reactions across breeds of the same ferret species.
Outcome coding on the 153 reports with a recorded status is dominated by Outcome Unknown (66.7% of coded outcomes). Annual submission volume ranges from 2,013 to 2,024 reports across the 9 years on file, indicating the reporting trend is shaped as much by awareness cycles as by underlying clinical events. Because FDA adverse event reports describe correlation rather than causation, these numbers are most useful as a signal of where to ask further questions with a veterinarian — not as a standalone risk score for any individual ferret.
Understanding Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) Adverse Event Data
Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) has 152 adverse event reports on file. Lower report volumes may reflect a less common breed, lower reporting rates, or genuinely fewer adverse events.
The 990.0% death rate is above average, though this statistic should be interpreted cautiously. Death reports may be overrepresented because serious outcomes are more likely to be reported than mild reactions.
The most frequently referenced drug in adverse reports is Deslorelin, appearing in 148 reports. This may indicate widespread use of the medication rather than a specific safety concern for Domestic ferret (Pet ferret).
Other Ferret Breeds
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Domestic ferret (Pet ferret)? ▼
There are 152 adverse event reports involving Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) in the FDA database, with 15 reports involving death (990.0% death rate). Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) ranks #205 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Domestic ferret (Pet ferret)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) are Lack of efficacy - NOS (81 reports), Lack of efficacy (16 reports), Implant site reaction NOS (8 reports), Death (7 reports), Aggression (5 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) adverse event reports are Deslorelin (148 reports), Prednisone (1 reports), Isoflurane (1 reports), Prednisolone (1 reports), Milbemycin Oxime (1 reports).
What is the average age of Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) at the time of adverse event reports is 4.8 years, with an average weight of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) 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 Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) 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.
Guides & Resources
Understanding Adverse Events
What FDA reports are and how they are collected
Breed-Specific Risks
Why some breeds appear in more adverse event reports
Pet Medication Safety
Evaluating medication risks using FDA data
Most Reported Medications
Drugs that appear most in adverse event reports
How FDA CVM Tracks Events
The reporting process and database limitations
Related Data Sources
Data Sources & Methodology
Adverse event data sourced from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine via the openFDA Animal & Veterinary Adverse Events API. Reports are voluntarily submitted by pet owners, veterinarians, and product manufacturers.
Domestic ferret (Pet ferret) ranks #205 by total report volume. Death rate (990.0%) reflects the proportion of reports involving death and should not be interpreted as a breed-specific mortality rate. Reporting biases, breed popularity, and veterinary access all influence report counts.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Related
Data sourced from official AKC, AVMA, ACVO, and breed-club veterinary references. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBreed Editorial