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Terrier - Parson Russell - FDA Adverse Event Profile

Adverse-event records for Terrier - Parson Russell (Dog) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.

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Annual adverse-event report trend Yearly FDA CVM adverse-event report counts for this breed. 5 3.75 2.5 1.25 0 2017 2018 2019 2021 2022 2023 2024 Reports filed Death-coded reports
Annual report volume for Terrier - Parson Russell drawn from FDA CVM filings.

Data updated June 2026

The record at a glance

Among dog breeds, Terrier - Parson Russell is #368 by FDA report volume; 10.5% of its 19 reports (2) were death-coded.

#368
most-reported dog breed
10.5%
death-coded report share
3
Vomiting - top reaction
6.2 yr
average age at report

Read report counts next to breed popularity: a bigger number often just means more owners and more vet visits.

Total Reports

19

FDA CVM filings

Deaths Reported

2

of 19 reports

Death Rate

10.5%

death-coded share

Avg Age at Report

6.2 yr

8.2 kg avg weight

Death-Coded Outcome Share

Terrier - Parson Russell death-coded reports 10.5%
Cross-breed median

10.5% of 19 terrier - parson russell 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: 8.2 kg (18.1 lbs)

Top Reported Reactions

Vomiting 3
Accidental exposure 3
Ataxia 3
Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea 3
Diarrhoea 2

Most Referenced Drugs

Fluralaner 13.64% 12-Week Chew 5
Ivermectin 3
Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad 3
Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt 2
Fenbendazol Granules 2

Outcome Breakdown

Ongoing
8 (42.1%)
Recovered/Normal
5 (26.3%)
Recovered with Sequela
3 (15.8%)
Outcome Unknown
1 (5.3%)
Euthanized
1 (5.3%)
Died
1 (5.3%)

Gender Distribution

Female 11 (57.9%)
Male 8 (42.1%)

Reports by Year

Year Reports Trend
2017 3
2018 1
2019 5
2021 1
2022 3
2023 5
2024 1

Terrier - Parson Russell Pet Health Insights

Terrier - Parson Russell accounts for 19 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #368 by volume among dog breeds, with 2 reports (10.5%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 6.2 years, average weight 8.2 kg (18.1 lbs).

Top reported signs: Vomiting (3), Accidental exposure (3), Ataxia (3). Most-referenced drug: Fluralaner 13.64% 12-Week Chew (5 reports), followed by Ivermectin (3) and Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (3).

Outcome coding on 19 status-recorded reports is dominated by Ongoing (42.1%). Annual submissions ranged 2,017-2,024 across 7 years on file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many FDA adverse event reports involve Terrier - Parson Russell?
There are 19 adverse event reports involving Terrier - Parson Russell in the FDA database, with 2 reports involving death (10.5% death rate). Terrier - Parson Russell ranks #368 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Terrier - Parson Russell?
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Terrier - Parson Russell are Vomiting (3 reports), Accidental exposure (3 reports), Ataxia (3 reports), Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea (3 reports), Diarrhoea (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Terrier - Parson Russell adverse events?
The drugs most frequently referenced in Terrier - Parson Russell adverse event reports are Fluralaner 13.64% 12-Week Chew (5 reports), Ivermectin (3 reports), Milbemycin Oxime + Spinosad (3 reports), Ivermectin + Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt (2 reports), Fenbendazol Granules (2 reports).
What is the average age of Terrier - Parson Russell in adverse event reports?
The average age of Terrier - Parson Russell at the time of adverse event reports is 6.2 years, with an average weight of 8.2 kg (18.1 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Terrier - Parson Russell 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 - Parson Russell 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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