Total Reports
7
FDA CVM filings
Sheep /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 7 reports on file
Suffolk sheep - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Suffolk sheep (Sheep) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
With 7 reports on file, Suffolk sheep sits at #454 among sheep breeds by volume; death-coded share is 57.1% (4 reports).
- #454
- most-reported sheep breed
- 57.1%
- death-coded report share
- 3
- Death - top reaction
- 1.0 yr
- average age at report
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Deaths Reported
4
of 7 reports
Death Rate
57.1%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
1.0 yr
45.8 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Suffolk sheep death-coded reports 57.1%
Cross-breed median
57.1% of 7 suffolk sheep 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: 45.8 kg (101.0 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 3
Hypersalivation 1
Anaphylaxis 1
Urticaria 1
Polypnoea 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Flunixin Meglumine 2
Albendazole 2
Ivermectin 1
Florfenicol 1
Progesterone 1
Outcome Breakdown
Died
4 (44.4%)
Outcome Unknown
3 (33.3%)
Recovered/Normal
1 (11.1%)
Ongoing
1 (11.1%)
Gender Distribution
Mixed 3 (42.9%)
Female 2 (28.6%)
Male 2 (28.6%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 1 | |
Suffolk sheep Pet Health Insights
Suffolk sheep accounts for 7 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #454 by volume among sheep breeds, with 4 reports (57.1%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 1.0 years, average weight 45.8 kg (101.0 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (3), Hypersalivation (1), Anaphylaxis (1). Most-referenced drug: Flunixin Meglumine (2 reports), followed by Albendazole (2) and Ivermectin (1).
Outcome coding on 9 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (44.4%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,025 across 6 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Suffolk sheep? ▼
There are 7 adverse event reports involving Suffolk sheep in the FDA database, with 4 reports involving death (57.1% death rate). Suffolk sheep ranks #454 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Suffolk sheep? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Suffolk sheep are Death (3 reports), Hypersalivation (1 reports), Anaphylaxis (1 reports), Urticaria (1 reports), Polypnoea (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Suffolk sheep adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Suffolk sheep adverse event reports are Flunixin Meglumine (2 reports), Albendazole (2 reports), Ivermectin (1 reports), Florfenicol (1 reports), Progesterone (1 reports).
What is the average age of Suffolk sheep in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Suffolk sheep at the time of adverse event reports is 1.0 years, with an average weight of 45.8 kg (101.0 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Suffolk sheep 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 Suffolk sheep 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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