Total Reports
20
FDA CVM filings
Dog /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 20 reports on file
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael ranks #357 by report volume among dog breeds - 1 of 20 reports (5.0%) recorded a death outcome.
- #357
- most-reported dog breed
- 5.0%
- death-coded report share
- 2
- Seizure NOS - top reaction
- 5.9 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
1
of 20 reports
Death Rate
5.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
5.9 yr
29.2 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael death-coded reports 5.0%
Cross-breed median
5.0% of 20 shepherd dog - belgian groenendael 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: 29.2 kg (64.4 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Seizure NOS 2
Limb weakness 2
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm 2
Behavioural disorder NOS 2
Diarrhoea 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Fluralaner Chew Tablets 4
Oclacitinib Maleate 3
Carprofen 2
Afoxolaner 2
Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad 1
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
7 (35.0%)
Recovered/Normal
6 (30.0%)
Ongoing
6 (30.0%)
Died
1 (5.0%)
Gender Distribution
Male 11 (55.0%)
Female 9 (45.0%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 3 | |
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 2 | |
| 2016 | 6 | |
| 2017 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 1 | |
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael Pet Health Insights
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael accounts for 20 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #357 by volume among dog breeds, with 1 reports (5.0%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 5.9 years, average weight 29.2 kg (64.4 lbs).
Top reported signs: Seizure NOS (2), Limb weakness (2), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm (2). Most-referenced drug: Fluralaner Chew Tablets (4 reports), followed by Oclacitinib Maleate (3) and Carprofen (2).
Outcome coding on 20 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (35.0%). Annual submissions ranged 2,012-2,023 across 11 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael? ▼
There are 20 adverse event reports involving Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael in the FDA database, with 1 reports involving death (5.0% death rate). Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael ranks #357 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael are Seizure NOS (2 reports), Limb weakness (2 reports), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm (2 reports), Behavioural disorder NOS (2 reports), Diarrhoea (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael adverse event reports are Fluralaner Chew Tablets (4 reports), Oclacitinib Maleate (3 reports), Carprofen (2 reports), Afoxolaner (2 reports), Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (1 reports).
What is the average age of Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael at the time of adverse event reports is 5.9 years, with an average weight of 29.2 kg (64.4 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael 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 Shepherd Dog - Belgian Groenendael 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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