Total Reports
33
FDA CVM filings
Horse /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 33 reports on file
Pony of the Americas - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Pony of the Americas (Horse) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
With 33 reports on file, Pony of the Americas sits at #307 among horse breeds by volume; death-coded share is 21.2% (7 reports).
- #307
- most-reported horse breed
- 21.2%
- death-coded report share
- 6
- Death - top reaction
- 18.2 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
7
of 33 reports
Death Rate
21.2%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
18.2 yr
278.3 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Pony of the Americas death-coded reports 21.2%
Cross-breed median
21.2% of 33 pony of the americas 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: 278.3 kg (613.7 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 6
Lack of efficacy - NOS 5
Fever 3
Anorexia 3
Abdominal pain 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Pergolide Mesylate 8
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 3
Pyrantel Tartrate 2
Ketamine Hydrochloride 2
Omeprazole 2
Outcome Breakdown
Recovered/Normal
12 (44.4%)
Outcome Unknown
7 (25.9%)
Died
5 (18.5%)
Euthanized
2 (7.4%)
Ongoing
1 (3.7%)
Gender Distribution
Male 15 (45.5%)
Female 15 (45.5%)
Unknown 2 (6.1%)
Mixed 1 (3.0%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 5 | |
| 2012 | 4 | |
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 3 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 3 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 4 | |
| 2023 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 4 | |
| 2025 | 2 | |
Pony of the Americas Pet Health Insights
Pony of the Americas accounts for 33 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #307 by volume among horse breeds, with 7 reports (21.2%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 18.2 years, average weight 278.3 kg (613.7 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (6), Lack of efficacy - NOS (5), Fever (3). Most-referenced drug: Pergolide Mesylate (8 reports), followed by Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (3) and Pyrantel Tartrate (2).
Outcome coding on 27 status-recorded reports is dominated by Recovered/Normal (44.4%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,025 across 14 years on file.
Horse Breeds With a Similar Report Volume
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34 reports · 2.9% death rate
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31 reports · 9.7% death rate
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30 reports · 10.0% death rate
Irish Cob (Tinker)
29 reports · 3.4% death rate
Shetland Pony
28 reports · 25.0% death rate
Belgian Draft, also called Brabant or Brabants trekpaard
39 reports · 12.8% death rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Pony of the Americas? ▼
There are 33 adverse event reports involving Pony of the Americas in the FDA database, with 7 reports involving death (21.2% death rate). Pony of the Americas ranks #307 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Pony of the Americas? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Pony of the Americas are Death (6 reports), Lack of efficacy - NOS (5 reports), Fever (3 reports), Anorexia (3 reports), Abdominal pain (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Pony of the Americas adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Pony of the Americas adverse event reports are Pergolide Mesylate (8 reports), Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (3 reports), Pyrantel Tartrate (2 reports), Ketamine Hydrochloride (2 reports), Omeprazole (2 reports).
What is the average age of Pony of the Americas in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Pony of the Americas at the time of adverse event reports is 18.2 years, with an average weight of 278.3 kg (613.7 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Pony of the Americas 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 Pony of the Americas 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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