Total Reports
7
FDA CVM filings
Dog /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 7 reports on file
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
With 7 reports on file, Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois sits at #456 among dog breeds by volume; death-coded share is 0.0% (0 reports).
- #456
- most-reported dog breed
- 0.0%
- death-coded report share
- 1
- Emesis - top reaction
- 5.0 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
0
of 7 reports
Death Rate
0.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
5.0 yr
23.9 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois death-coded reports 0.0%
Cross-breed median
0.0% of 7 shepherd dog - belgian laekenois 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: 23.9 kg (52.7 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Emesis 1
Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea 1
Self trauma 1
Scratching 1
Hyperactivity 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Nitenpyram 3
Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad 2
Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner 2
Alprazolam 1
Fluoxetine 1
Outcome Breakdown
Ongoing
5 (71.4%)
Recovered/Normal
1 (14.3%)
Outcome Unknown
1 (14.3%)
Gender Distribution
Male 6 (85.7%)
Female 1 (14.3%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 1 | |
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois Pet Health Insights
Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois accounts for 7 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #456 by volume among dog breeds, with 0 reports (0.0%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 5.0 years, average weight 23.9 kg (52.7 lbs).
Top reported signs: Emesis (1), Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea (1), Self trauma (1). Most-referenced drug: Nitenpyram (3 reports), followed by Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (2) and Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (2).
Outcome coding on 7 status-recorded reports is dominated by Ongoing (71.4%). Annual submissions ranged 2,011-2,025 across 7 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois? ▼
There are 7 adverse event reports involving Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois in the FDA database, with 0 reports involving death (0.0% death rate). Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois ranks #456 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois are Emesis (1 reports), Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea (1 reports), Self trauma (1 reports), Scratching (1 reports), Hyperactivity (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois adverse event reports are Nitenpyram (3 reports), Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (2 reports), Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (2 reports), Alprazolam (1 reports), Fluoxetine (1 reports).
What is the average age of Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois at the time of adverse event reports is 5.0 years, with an average weight of 23.9 kg (52.7 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Shepherd Dog - Belgian Laekenois 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 Laekenois 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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