Total Reports
5
FDA CVM filings
Cattle /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 5 reports on file
Highland - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Highland (Cattle) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Highland ranks #504 by report volume among cattle breeds - 4 of 5 reports (80.0%) recorded a death outcome.
- #504
- most-reported cattle breed
- 80.0%
- death-coded report share
- 4
- Death - top reaction
- 2.9 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
4
of 5 reports
Death Rate
80.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
2.9 yr
294.8 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Highland death-coded reports 80.0%
Cross-breed median
80.0% of 5 highland 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: 294.8 kg (650.0 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 4
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) 2
INEFFECTIVE, LICE BITING 1
Agitation 1
Lack of efficacy - NOS 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Doramectin 4
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 2
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus, Type 1, Strain 5960, Lot 51383;Bovine Viral Diarrhe 2
Fenbendazol Suspension 2
Clostr Perf*2/Clos Others*6 Kb 2
Outcome Breakdown
Died
4 (80.0%)
Outcome Unknown
1 (20.0%)
Gender Distribution
Female 4 (80.0%)
Mixed 1 (20.0%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 4 | |
Highland Pet Health Insights
Highland accounts for 5 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #504 by volume among cattle breeds, with 4 reports (80.0%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 2.9 years, average weight 294.8 kg (650.0 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (4), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) (2), INEFFECTIVE, LICE BITING (1). Most-referenced drug: Doramectin (4 reports), followed by Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (2) and Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus, Type 1, Strain 5960, Lot 51383;Bovine Viral Diarrhe (2).
Outcome coding on 5 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (80.0%). Annual submissions ranged 2,020-2,024 across 2 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Highland? ▼
There are 5 adverse event reports involving Highland in the FDA database, with 4 reports involving death (80.0% death rate). Highland ranks #504 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Highland? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Highland are Death (4 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) (2 reports), INEFFECTIVE, LICE BITING (1 reports), Agitation (1 reports), Lack of efficacy - NOS (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Highland adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Highland adverse event reports are Doramectin (4 reports), Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (2 reports), Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus, Type 1, Strain 5960, Lot 51383;Bovine Viral Diarrhe (2 reports), Fenbendazol Suspension (2 reports), Clostr Perf*2/Clos Others*6 Kb (2 reports).
What is the average age of Highland in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Highland at the time of adverse event reports is 2.9 years, with an average weight of 294.8 kg (650.0 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Highland 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 Highland 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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