Total Reports
8
FDA CVM filings
Sheep /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 8 reports on file
Hampshire Down - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Hampshire Down (Sheep) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
With 8 reports on file, Hampshire Down sits at #448 among sheep breeds by volume; death-coded share is 50.0% (4 reports).
- #448
- most-reported sheep breed
- 50.0%
- death-coded report share
- 4
- Death - top reaction
- 2.1 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
4
of 8 reports
Death Rate
50.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
2.1 yr
66.3 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Hampshire Down death-coded reports 50.0%
Cross-breed median
50.0% of 8 hampshire down 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: 66.3 kg (146.2 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 4
Anaphylactic-type reaction 2
Ruminal bloat 2
Injection site oedema 2
Collapse NOS (see also 'Cardio-vascular' and 'Neurological disorders') 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 2
Tilmicosin Phosphate 1
Monensin Sodium 1
Enrofloxacin 1
Chlortetracycline 1
Outcome Breakdown
Died
4 (40.0%)
Recovered/Normal
4 (40.0%)
Outcome Unknown
2 (20.0%)
Gender Distribution
Female 4 (50.0%)
Male 2 (25.0%)
Mixed 1 (12.5%)
Unknown 1 (12.5%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | |
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 1 | |
Hampshire Down Pet Health Insights
Hampshire Down accounts for 8 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #448 by volume among sheep breeds, with 4 reports (50.0%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 2.1 years, average weight 66.3 kg (146.2 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (4), Anaphylactic-type reaction (2), Ruminal bloat (2). Most-referenced drug: Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (2 reports), followed by Tilmicosin Phosphate (1) and Monensin Sodium (1).
Outcome coding on 10 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (40.0%). Annual submissions ranged 2,012-2,024 across 7 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Hampshire Down? ▼
There are 8 adverse event reports involving Hampshire Down in the FDA database, with 4 reports involving death (50.0% death rate). Hampshire Down ranks #448 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Hampshire Down? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Hampshire Down are Death (4 reports), Anaphylactic-type reaction (2 reports), Ruminal bloat (2 reports), Injection site oedema (2 reports), Collapse NOS (see also 'Cardio-vascular' and 'Neurological disorders') (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Hampshire Down adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Hampshire Down adverse event reports are Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (2 reports), Tilmicosin Phosphate (1 reports), Monensin Sodium (1 reports), Enrofloxacin (1 reports), Chlortetracycline (1 reports).
What is the average age of Hampshire Down in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Hampshire Down at the time of adverse event reports is 2.1 years, with an average weight of 66.3 kg (146.2 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Hampshire Down 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 Hampshire Down 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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