Total Reports
176
FDA CVM filings
Dog /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 176 reports on file
Terrier - Irish - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Terrier - Irish (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among dog breeds, Terrier - Irish is #191 by FDA report volume; 2.3% of its 176 reports (4) were death-coded.
- #191
- most-reported dog breed
- 2.3%
- death-coded report share
- 39
- Vomiting - top reaction
- 5.5 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
4
of 176 reports
Death Rate
2.3%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
5.5 yr
16.4 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Terrier - Irish death-coded reports 2.3%
Cross-breed median
2.3% of 176 terrier - irish 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: 16.4 kg (36.2 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Vomiting 39
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 15
Emesis 12
Lack of efficacy - NOS 11
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm 11
Diarrhoea 10
Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - tick NOS 7
Digestive tract disorder NOS 6
Most Referenced Drugs
Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt 24
Spinosad 18
Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner 18
Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad 13
Oclacitinib Maleate 12
Fluralaner Chew Tablets 12
Milbemycin Oxime + Praziquantel 10
Afoxolaner 9
Outcome Breakdown
Recovered/Normal
65 (39.2%)
Outcome Unknown
47 (28.3%)
Ongoing
43 (25.9%)
Recovered with Sequela
7 (4.2%)
Died
3 (1.8%)
Euthanized
1 (0.6%)
Gender Distribution
Male 98 (55.7%)
Female 77 (43.8%)
Unknown 1 (0.6%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7 | |
| 2011 | 8 | |
| 2012 | 11 | |
| 2013 | 5 | |
| 2014 | 10 | |
| 2015 | 13 | |
| 2016 | 18 | |
| 2017 | 12 | |
| 2018 | 20 | |
| 2019 | 10 | |
| 2020 | 15 | |
| 2021 | 15 | |
| 2022 | 10 | |
| 2023 | 8 | |
| 2024 | 8 | |
| 2025 | 6 | |
Terrier - Irish Pet Health Insights
Terrier - Irish accounts for 176 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #191 by volume among dog breeds, with 4 reports (2.3%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 5.5 years, average weight 16.4 kg (36.2 lbs).
Top reported signs: Vomiting (39), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (15), Emesis (12). Most-referenced drug: Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt (24 reports), followed by Spinosad (18) and Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (18).
Outcome coding on 166 status-recorded reports is dominated by Recovered/Normal (39.2%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,025 across 16 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Terrier - Irish? ▼
There are 176 adverse event reports involving Terrier - Irish in the FDA database, with 4 reports involving death (2.3% death rate). Terrier - Irish ranks #191 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Terrier - Irish? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Terrier - Irish are Vomiting (39 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (15 reports), Emesis (12 reports), Lack of efficacy - NOS (11 reports), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm (11 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Terrier - Irish adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Terrier - Irish adverse event reports are Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt (24 reports), Spinosad (18 reports), Pyrantel Pamoate;Sarolaner (18 reports), Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (13 reports), Oclacitinib Maleate (12 reports).
What is the average age of Terrier - Irish in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Terrier - Irish at the time of adverse event reports is 5.5 years, with an average weight of 16.4 kg (36.2 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Terrier - Irish 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 Terrier - Irish 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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