Total Reports
3,845
FDA CVM filings
Dog /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 3,845 reports on file
Havanese - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Havanese (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among dog breeds, Havanese is #52 by FDA report volume; 2.1% of its 3,845 reports (80) were death-coded.
- #52
- most-reported dog breed
- 2.1%
- death-coded report share
- 1,141
- Vomiting - top reaction
- 4.9 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
80
of 3,845 reports
Death Rate
2.1%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
4.9 yr
6.3 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Havanese death-coded reports 2.1%
Cross-breed median
2.1% of 3,845 havanese 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: 6.3 kg (13.9 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Vomiting 1,141
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 419
Diarrhoea 411
Emesis 371
Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea 209
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm 185
Seizure NOS 151
Anorexia 148
Lack of efficacy - NOS 142
Emesis (multiple) 123
Behavioural disorder NOS 119
Digestive tract disorder NOS 96
Shaking 92
Decreased appetite 84
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) 82
Most Referenced Drugs
Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad 729
Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt 410
Afoxolaner 364
Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner 287
Spinosad 210
Moxidectin 199
Fluralaner Chew Tablets 181
Oclacitinib Maleate 146
Fluralaner 13.64% 12-Week Chew 132
Milbemycin Oxime + Praziquantel 127
Sarolaner 108
Trilostane 83
Selamectin 80
Lotilaner 62
Carprofen 60
Outcome Breakdown
Recovered/Normal
1,669 (44.9%)
Outcome Unknown
1,069 (28.8%)
Ongoing
812 (21.9%)
Recovered with Sequela
84 (2.3%)
Died
46 (1.2%)
Euthanized
34 (0.9%)
Gender Distribution
Male 2,046 (53.2%)
Female 1,727 (44.9%)
Unknown 63 (1.6%)
Mixed 9 (0.2%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 56 | |
| 2011 | 120 | |
| 2012 | 239 | |
| 2013 | 214 | |
| 2014 | 252 | |
| 2015 | 266 | |
| 2016 | 308 | |
| 2017 | 271 | |
| 2018 | 324 | |
| 2019 | 278 | |
| 2020 | 264 | |
| 2021 | 271 | |
| 2022 | 280 | |
| 2023 | 250 | |
| 2024 | 274 | |
| 2025 | 178 | |
Havanese Pet Health Insights
Havanese accounts for 3,845 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #52 by volume among dog breeds, with 80 reports (2.1%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 4.9 years, average weight 6.3 kg (13.9 lbs).
Top reported signs: Vomiting (1,141), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (419), Diarrhoea (411). Most-referenced drug: Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (729 reports), followed by Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt (410) and Afoxolaner (364).
Outcome coding on 3,714 status-recorded reports is dominated by Recovered/Normal (44.9%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,025 across 16 years on file.
Dog Breeds With a Similar Report Volume
Hound - Basset
3,859 reports · 4.0% death rate
Pointing Dog - German Short-haired
3,752 reports · 3.3% death rate
Pinscher - Miniature
3,700 reports · 5.1% death rate
Greyhound
3,648 reports · 3.7% death rate
Sheepdog - Shetland
4,080 reports · 6.6% death rate
Poodle - Toy
4,084 reports · 4.0% death rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Havanese? ▼
There are 3,845 adverse event reports involving Havanese in the FDA database, with 80 reports involving death (2.1% death rate). Havanese ranks #52 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Havanese? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Havanese are Vomiting (1,141 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (419 reports), Diarrhoea (411 reports), Emesis (371 reports), Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea (209 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Havanese adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Havanese adverse event reports are Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (729 reports), Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt (410 reports), Afoxolaner (364 reports), Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (287 reports), Spinosad (210 reports).
What is the average age of Havanese in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Havanese at the time of adverse event reports is 4.9 years, with an average weight of 6.3 kg (13.9 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Havanese 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 Havanese 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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