Browse Pet Safety Reports
819 FDA adverse event reports for pets.
FDA Veterinary Adverse Event Database
Browse 819 adverse event reports collected by the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine. Each report includes the animal species, breed, drug or product involved, observed reactions, and outcome. Reports flagged as "serious" involve death, life-threatening conditions, or hospitalization. Use the filters to narrow results by species, outcome severity, or keyword. Note that a higher number of reports does not necessarily indicate a less safe product — widely prescribed drugs naturally accumulate more reports.
Pet Adverse Event Reports
Browse 819 FDA veterinary adverse event reports for Goat.
| Date | Species | Breed | Drug | Reaction | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Goat | Goat (other) | MSK | Lack of efficacy - NOS; Death by euthanasia | Euthanized |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown) | MSK | Death by euthanasia; Pyrexia; Dullness; Inappetence; NT - fibrinous peritonitis | Euthanized |
| — | Goat | Goat (other) | MSK | Death by euthanasia; Seizure NOS; Urolithiasis | Recovered/Normal; Euthanized |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown) | MSK | No sign; Residues NOS | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Boer | MSK | Death; Liver failure; Elevated liver enzymes; Administration error NOS; Necro... | Died |
| — | Goat | Boer | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, WORMS; INEFFECTIVE, COCCIDIA; Oedema NOS (see other SOCs for spe... | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Pygmy | MSK | Vocalisation; Neurological signs NOS; Rolling | Ongoing |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown) | MSK | Digestive tract disorder NOS; Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - roundworm NOS... | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown), Goat (unknown) | MSK | Emesis; Hypersalivation; Apathy; Death; Drug administration error | Died |
| — | Goat | Myotonic also known as Wood... | MSK | Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown) | MSK | Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological'); Diar... | Died |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown) | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, COCCIDIA | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Boer | MSK | Other abnormal test result NOS; INEFFECTIVE, COCCIDIA; INEFFECTIVE, STOMACH W... | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown) | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, WORMS | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Nigerian Dwarf | MSK | Injection site nodule | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Goat (other) | MSK | Lack of efficacy - NOS; Abortion; Death; Diagnostic cull | Died; Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown) | MSK | Diarrhoea; Not eating; Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - NOS | Ongoing |
| — | Goat | Boer, Boer | MSK | Drug administration error; Hyperextension; INEFFECTIVE, ESTRUS INDUCTION; INE... | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Goat | Goat (unknown) | MSK | Death; NT - Abnormal necropsy finding NOS; Lack of efficacy (protozoa) - Cocc... | Died |
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your veterinarian immediately. If the reaction is severe — difficulty breathing, seizures, collapse, or severe swelling — seek emergency veterinary care right away. After your pet is stabilized, report the adverse event to the FDA through safetyreporting.hhs.gov or by calling 1-888-FDA-VETS (1-888-332-8387). Reporting helps the FDA identify safety issues that can lead to label changes or product recalls.
Dogs account for the majority of adverse event reports, followed by cats. This reflects both the larger pet population and wider range of medications for these species. Flea and tick products, pain medications (NSAIDs), and heartworm preventives are among the product categories with the highest report counts across all species.
Not necessarily. A drug used by millions of pets will have more reports in absolute numbers than a niche product, even if the actual rate of adverse events is lower. The FDA uses these reports as one of many tools to evaluate drug safety, looking for patterns and statistical signals rather than raw counts alone. Always consult your veterinarian before changing any medication.