Total Reports
19
FDA CVM filings
Dog /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 19 reports on file
Shepherd Dog - White - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Shepherd Dog - White (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
With 19 reports on file, Shepherd Dog - White sits at #364 among dog breeds by volume; death-coded share is 15.8% (3 reports).
- #364
- most-reported dog breed
- 15.8%
- death-coded report share
- 3
- Diarrhoea - top reaction
- 5.1 yr
- average age at report
Higher volume usually means a more popular breed, not a riskier one, compare against how common the breed is.
Deaths Reported
3
of 19 reports
Death Rate
15.8%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
5.1 yr
36.8 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Shepherd Dog - White death-coded reports 15.8%
Cross-breed median
15.8% of 19 shepherd dog - white 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: 36.8 kg (81.1 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Diarrhoea 3
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 3
Vomiting 3
Panting 3
Fever 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad 9
Ivermectin 2
Milbemycin Oxime 2
Spinosad 2
Tylosin Tartrate 1
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
8 (38.1%)
Ongoing
4 (19.0%)
Recovered/Normal
4 (19.0%)
Died
2 (9.5%)
Euthanized
2 (9.5%)
Recovered with Sequela
1 (4.8%)
Gender Distribution
Female 12 (63.2%)
Male 7 (36.8%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | |
| 2013 | 2 | |
| 2014 | 2 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 4 | |
| 2017 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 2 | |
Shepherd Dog - White Pet Health Insights
Shepherd Dog - White accounts for 19 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #364 by volume among dog breeds, with 3 reports (15.8%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 5.1 years, average weight 36.8 kg (81.1 lbs).
Top reported signs: Diarrhoea (3), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (3), Vomiting (3). Most-referenced drug: Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (9 reports), followed by Ivermectin (2) and Milbemycin Oxime (2).
Outcome coding on 21 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (38.1%). Annual submissions ranged 2,012-2,023 across 10 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Shepherd Dog - White? ▼
There are 19 adverse event reports involving Shepherd Dog - White in the FDA database, with 3 reports involving death (15.8% death rate). Shepherd Dog - White ranks #364 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Shepherd Dog - White? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Shepherd Dog - White are Diarrhoea (3 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (3 reports), Vomiting (3 reports), Panting (3 reports), Fever (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Shepherd Dog - White adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Shepherd Dog - White adverse event reports are Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (9 reports), Ivermectin (2 reports), Milbemycin Oxime (2 reports), Spinosad (2 reports), Tylosin Tartrate (1 reports).
What is the average age of Shepherd Dog - White in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Shepherd Dog - White at the time of adverse event reports is 5.1 years, with an average weight of 36.8 kg (81.1 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Shepherd Dog - White 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 - White 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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