Total Reports
13
FDA CVM filings
Dog /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 13 reports on file
Spaniel - Portuguese Water - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Spaniel - Portuguese Water (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Spaniel - Portuguese Water ranks #410 by report volume among dog breeds - 0 of 13 reports (0.0%) recorded a death outcome.
- #410
- most-reported dog breed
- 0.0%
- death-coded report share
- 4
- Emesis - top reaction
- 6.2 yr
- average age at report
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Deaths Reported
0
of 13 reports
Death Rate
0.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
6.2 yr
22.3 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Spaniel - Portuguese Water death-coded reports 0.0%
Cross-breed median
0.0% of 13 spaniel - portuguese water 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: 22.3 kg (49.2 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Emesis 4
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 2
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm 2
Vomiting 2
Crying 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad 9
Ivermectin/Pyrantel Pamoate Chewable 272Mcg/652Mg 1
Spinosad 1
Tylosin 1
Cyclosporine 1
Outcome Breakdown
Recovered/Normal
6 (46.2%)
Outcome Unknown
3 (23.1%)
Ongoing
3 (23.1%)
Recovered with Sequela
1 (7.7%)
Gender Distribution
Male 7 (53.8%)
Female 6 (46.2%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 6 | |
| 2016 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | |
Spaniel - Portuguese Water Pet Health Insights
Spaniel - Portuguese Water accounts for 13 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #410 by volume among dog breeds, with 0 reports (0.0%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 6.2 years, average weight 22.3 kg (49.2 lbs).
Top reported signs: Emesis (4), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (2), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm (2). Most-referenced drug: Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (9 reports), followed by Ivermectin/Pyrantel Pamoate Chewable 272Mcg/652Mg (1) and Spinosad (1).
Outcome coding on 13 status-recorded reports is dominated by Recovered/Normal (46.2%). Annual submissions ranged 2,013-2,024 across 7 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Spaniel - Portuguese Water? ▼
There are 13 adverse event reports involving Spaniel - Portuguese Water in the FDA database, with 0 reports involving death (0.0% death rate). Spaniel - Portuguese Water ranks #410 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Spaniel - Portuguese Water? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Spaniel - Portuguese Water are Emesis (4 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (2 reports), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm (2 reports), Vomiting (2 reports), Crying (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Spaniel - Portuguese Water adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Spaniel - Portuguese Water adverse event reports are Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (9 reports), Ivermectin/Pyrantel Pamoate Chewable 272Mcg/652Mg (1 reports), Spinosad (1 reports), Tylosin (1 reports), Cyclosporine (1 reports).
What is the average age of Spaniel - Portuguese Water in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Spaniel - Portuguese Water at the time of adverse event reports is 6.2 years, with an average weight of 22.3 kg (49.2 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Spaniel - Portuguese Water 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 Spaniel - Portuguese Water 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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