Browse Pet Safety Reports
208 FDA adverse event reports for pets.
FDA Veterinary Adverse Event Database
Browse 208 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 208 FDA veterinary adverse event reports for Other Birds.
| Date | Species | Breed | Drug | Reaction | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2002 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death | Died |
| Oct 21, 2002 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death by euthanasia; Leucocytosis NOS | Died |
| Oct 1, 2002 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | PR-HEART, LESION(S); Death; PR-KIDNEY(S), LESION(S); PR-LIVER, LESION(S); PR-... | Died |
| Jun 1, 2002 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Loss of egg quantity; Anorexia; Death | Died |
| Mar 1, 2002 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Neurological signs NOS; Stupor; Blindness; Death | Died |
| Jan 18, 2002 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Neurological signs NOS | — |
| Dec 29, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death | Died |
| Dec 23, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Anorexia | — |
| Dec 14, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | No sign; Accidental exposure | — |
| Dec 14, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Recumbency | — |
| Nov 17, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Hepatopathy | Died |
| Nov 17, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Digestive tract disorder NOS; Hepatopathy; Death | Died |
| Jul 15, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Convulsion; Malaise | Died |
| May 30, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS | — |
| May 22, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Injection site necrosis | — |
| Mar 11, 2001 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Neurological signs NOS; Death | Died |
| Feb 22, 2001 | Other Birds | Unknown | MSK | Accidental exposure; Paddling; Ataxia; Anorexia; Recumbency; Death | Died |
| Oct 11, 2000 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Trembling; Tachypnoea; Weakness; Depression | Died |
| Oct 11, 2000 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Depression | — |
| Oct 3, 2000 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Cardiac arrest; Death | Died |
| Jun 5, 2000 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Accidental exposure; Neurological signs NOS; Ataxia | — |
| Mar 20, 2000 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Diarrhoea; Convulsion; Ataxia; Staggering; Vomiting; Hypocalcaemic condition;... | Died |
| Dec 17, 1999 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Stupor; Reluctant to move | — |
| Oct 15, 1999 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Locomotor disturbance | Died |
| Oct 1, 1999 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS | — |
| Sep 24, 1999 | Other Birds | Unknown | MSK | Death; Anorexia; Recumbency | Died |
| Aug 14, 1999 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Diarrhoea; Digestive tract disorder NOS; Malaise; Regurgitation | — |
| May 14, 1999 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Cachexia; Death; Depression; Anorexia | Died |
| May 14, 1999 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Anorexia; Weight loss; Depression | Died |
| Feb 22, 1999 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Spasm | Died |
| Jan 1, 1999 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS | — |
| Nov 18, 1998 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Accidental exposure; Death; Depression | Died |
| Oct 1, 1998 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Vomiting; Anorexia; Death | Died |
| Sep 23, 1998 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Malaise | Died |
| Feb 15, 1998 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA | — |
| Nov 19, 1996 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Product syringe issue | Died |
| Mar 26, 1996 | Other Birds | Unknown | MSK | Death | Died |
| Jun 2, 1994 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Loss of consciousness | — |
| Mar 11, 1994 | Other Birds | Unknown | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA; Death | Died |
| Jun 3, 1991 | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Depression | Died |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Unclassifiable adverse event | Died |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm | Died |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Death; INEFFECTIVE, NEMATODES | Died |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Increased mortality rate | Died |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (other) | MSK | Dyspnoea; Death; Pulmonary oedema; Nasal congestion | Died |
| — | Other Birds | Unknown | MSK | Seizure NOS; Death | Died |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (other) | MSK | Lack of efficacy (protozoa) - Coccidia; Death | Died; Outcome Unknown |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (other) | MSK | Device Defective NOS; Lack of efficacy (protozoa) - Coccidia; Potency, Low | Died; Outcome Unknown |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (unknown) | MSK | Lack of efficacy - NOS; Unrelated death; Muscle tremor | Euthanized |
| — | Other Birds | Other Birds (other) | MSK | INEFFECTIVE, COCCIDIA | Outcome Unknown |
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.