Total Reports
347
FDA CVM filings
Dog /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 347 reports on file
Sheepdog (unspecified) - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Sheepdog (unspecified) (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among dog breeds, Sheepdog (unspecified) is #157 by FDA report volume; 2.9% of its 347 reports (10) were death-coded.
- #157
- most-reported dog breed
- 2.9%
- death-coded report share
- 91
- Vomiting - top reaction
- 4.4 yr
- average age at report
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Deaths Reported
10
of 347 reports
Death Rate
2.9%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
4.4 yr
23.8 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Sheepdog (unspecified) death-coded reports 2.9%
Cross-breed median
2.9% of 347 sheepdog (unspecified) 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: 23.8 kg (52.5 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Vomiting 91
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 33
Diarrhoea 33
Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - Borrelia 25
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm 16
Emesis 14
Lack of efficacy - NOS 13
Seizure NOS 13
Most Referenced Drugs
Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner 77
Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad 37
Moxidectin 30
Afoxolaner 20
Bedinvetmab 20
Milbemycin Oxime + Praziquantel 19
Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt 17
Oclacitinib Maleate 14
Outcome Breakdown
Recovered/Normal
130 (37.4%)
Ongoing
121 (34.8%)
Outcome Unknown
81 (23.3%)
Euthanized
8 (2.3%)
Recovered with Sequela
6 (1.7%)
Died
2 (0.6%)
Gender Distribution
Male 182 (52.4%)
Female 150 (43.2%)
Unknown 11 (3.2%)
Mixed 4 (1.2%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 | |
| 2011 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 10 | |
| 2013 | 11 | |
| 2014 | 14 | |
| 2015 | 18 | |
| 2016 | 22 | |
| 2017 | 25 | |
| 2018 | 25 | |
| 2019 | 23 | |
| 2020 | 22 | |
| 2021 | 35 | |
| 2022 | 32 | |
| 2023 | 41 | |
| 2024 | 44 | |
| 2025 | 22 | |
Sheepdog (unspecified) Pet Health Insights
Sheepdog (unspecified) accounts for 347 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #157 by volume among dog breeds, with 10 reports (2.9%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 4.4 years, average weight 23.8 kg (52.5 lbs).
Top reported signs: Vomiting (91), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (33), Diarrhoea (33). Most-referenced drug: Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (77 reports), followed by Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (37) and Moxidectin (30).
Outcome coding on 348 status-recorded reports is dominated by Recovered/Normal (37.4%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,025 across 16 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Sheepdog (unspecified)? ▼
There are 347 adverse event reports involving Sheepdog (unspecified) in the FDA database, with 10 reports involving death (2.9% death rate). Sheepdog (unspecified) ranks #157 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Sheepdog (unspecified)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Sheepdog (unspecified) are Vomiting (91 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (33 reports), Diarrhoea (33 reports), Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - Borrelia (25 reports), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm (16 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Sheepdog (unspecified) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Sheepdog (unspecified) adverse event reports are Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (77 reports), Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (37 reports), Moxidectin (30 reports), Afoxolaner (20 reports), Bedinvetmab (20 reports).
What is the average age of Sheepdog (unspecified) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Sheepdog (unspecified) at the time of adverse event reports is 4.4 years, with an average weight of 23.8 kg (52.5 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Sheepdog (unspecified) 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 Sheepdog (unspecified) 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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