Total Reports
8
FDA CVM filings
Cat /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 8 reports on file
European Lynx - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for European Lynx (Cat) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among cat breeds, European Lynx is #449 by FDA report volume; 0.0% of its 8 reports (0) were death-coded.
- #449
- most-reported cat breed
- 0.0%
- death-coded report share
- 2
- Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea - top reaction
- 6.5 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
0
of 8 reports
Death Rate
0.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
6.5 yr
5.3 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
European Lynx death-coded reports 0.0%
Cross-breed median
0.0% of 8 european lynx 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: 5.3 kg (11.7 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea 2
Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - ear mite 1
Lack of efficacy - NOS 1
Emesis 1
Application site hair loss 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Fluralaner Spot-On Solution 4
Spinosad 2
Selamectin 1
Imidacloprid + Moxidectin 1
Outcome Breakdown
Recovered/Normal
3 (37.5%)
Ongoing
3 (37.5%)
Outcome Unknown
2 (25.0%)
Gender Distribution
Male 6 (75.0%)
Female 1 (12.5%)
Unknown 1 (12.5%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | |
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | |
European Lynx Pet Health Insights
European Lynx accounts for 8 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #449 by volume among cat breeds, with 0 reports (0.0%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 6.5 years, average weight 5.3 kg (11.7 lbs).
Top reported signs: Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea (2), Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - ear mite (1), Lack of efficacy - NOS (1). Most-referenced drug: Fluralaner Spot-On Solution (4 reports), followed by Spinosad (2) and Selamectin (1).
Outcome coding on 8 status-recorded reports is dominated by Recovered/Normal (37.5%). Annual submissions ranged 2,012-2,022 across 7 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve European Lynx? ▼
There are 8 adverse event reports involving European Lynx in the FDA database, with 0 reports involving death (0.0% death rate). European Lynx ranks #449 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for European Lynx? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for European Lynx are Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea (2 reports), Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - ear mite (1 reports), Lack of efficacy - NOS (1 reports), Emesis (1 reports), Application site hair loss (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with European Lynx adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in European Lynx adverse event reports are Fluralaner Spot-On Solution (4 reports), Spinosad (2 reports), Selamectin (1 reports), Imidacloprid + Moxidectin (1 reports).
What is the average age of European Lynx in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of European Lynx at the time of adverse event reports is 6.5 years, with an average weight of 5.3 kg (11.7 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean European Lynx 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 European Lynx 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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