Total Reports
28
FDA CVM filings
Horse /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 28 reports on file
Shetland Pony - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Shetland Pony (Horse) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Shetland Pony ranks #320 by report volume among horse breeds - 7 of 28 reports (25.0%) recorded a death outcome.
- #320
- most-reported horse breed
- 25.0%
- death-coded report share
- 3
- Diarrhoea - top reaction
- 16.9 yr
- average age at report
Read report counts next to breed popularity: a bigger number often just means more owners and more vet visits.
Deaths Reported
7
of 28 reports
Death Rate
25.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
16.9 yr
186.4 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Shetland Pony death-coded reports 25.0%
Cross-breed median
25.0% of 28 shetland pony 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: 186.4 kg (411.0 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Diarrhoea 3
Accidental exposure 3
Blindness 3
Death by euthanasia 3
Anorexia 3
Most Referenced Drugs
Pergolide Mesylate 6
Detomidine Hydrochloride 3
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 3
Pentobarbital, Phenytoin 2
Moxidectin 2
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
7 (29.2%)
Recovered/Normal
7 (29.2%)
Died
6 (25.0%)
Ongoing
3 (12.5%)
Euthanized
1 (4.2%)
Gender Distribution
Male 14 (50.0%)
Female 13 (46.4%)
Mixed 1 (3.6%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | |
| 2011 | 4 | |
| 2012 | 1 | |
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 5 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 3 | |
Shetland Pony Pet Health Insights
Shetland Pony accounts for 28 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #320 by volume among horse breeds, with 7 reports (25.0%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 16.9 years, average weight 186.4 kg (411.0 lbs).
Top reported signs: Diarrhoea (3), Accidental exposure (3), Blindness (3). Most-referenced drug: Pergolide Mesylate (6 reports), followed by Detomidine Hydrochloride (3) and Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (3).
Outcome coding on 24 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (29.2%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,024 across 13 years on file.
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29 reports · 3.4% death rate
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Welsh Mountain Pony
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Rocky Mountain Horse
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Pony of the Americas
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Haflinger
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Shetland Pony? ▼
There are 28 adverse event reports involving Shetland Pony in the FDA database, with 7 reports involving death (25.0% death rate). Shetland Pony ranks #320 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Shetland Pony? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Shetland Pony are Diarrhoea (3 reports), Accidental exposure (3 reports), Blindness (3 reports), Death by euthanasia (3 reports), Anorexia (3 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Shetland Pony adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Shetland Pony adverse event reports are Pergolide Mesylate (6 reports), Detomidine Hydrochloride (3 reports), Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (3 reports), Pentobarbital, Phenytoin (2 reports), Moxidectin (2 reports).
What is the average age of Shetland Pony in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Shetland Pony at the time of adverse event reports is 16.9 years, with an average weight of 186.4 kg (411.0 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Shetland Pony 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 Shetland Pony 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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