Browse Pet Safety Reports
71 FDA adverse event reports for pets.
FDA Veterinary Adverse Event Database
Browse 71 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 71 FDA veterinary adverse event reports for Alpaca.
| Date | Species | Breed | Drug | Reaction | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2004 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Lack of efficacy - NOS; Death | Died |
| Oct 19, 2004 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Digestive tract stenosis and obstruction NOS; Death | Died |
| Jul 22, 2004 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Stillbirth | — |
| Aug 11, 2003 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Death; Recumbency; Fever; Hind limb paresis; Peripheral nervous system disord... | Died |
| Mar 24, 2003 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Accidental exposure; Weight loss | — |
| Mar 18, 2003 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | No sign | Died |
| Mar 15, 2003 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Muscle stiffness; Trembling; Dyspnoea; Anorexia; Elevated aspartate aminotran... | Died |
| Sep 21, 2002 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Accidental exposure; Twitching; Death; Recumbency | Died |
| Feb 10, 2002 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Anorexia; Depression; Digestive tract hypomotility | — |
| Jan 1, 2002 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... | — |
| Dec 16, 2001 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Ataxia; Respiratory distress; Fever | — |
| Oct 26, 2001 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA | — |
| Oct 26, 2001 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA | — |
| Apr 3, 2001 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Death | Died |
| Mar 24, 2001 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Anaphylaxis; Death | Died |
| Jun 16, 1997 | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Injection site swelling | — |
| — | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, ANTIINFLAMMATORY | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Alpaca | Unknown | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA | Recovered/Normal |
| — | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Death; Leucopenia NOS; Fever; Diarrhoea; Alopecia | Died; Outcome Unknown |
| — | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Injection site reaction NOS; Skin disorders NOS; Lack of efficacy (ectoparasi... | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Alpaca | Alpaca | MSK | Lack of efficacy - NOS; Death | 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.