Browse Pet Safety Reports
37 FDA adverse event reports for pets.
FDA Veterinary Adverse Event Database
Browse 37 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 37 FDA veterinary adverse event reports for Other Rodents.
| Date | Species | Breed | Drug | Reaction | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Oclacitinib Maleate | Generalised skin reaction; Pruritus; Medication error NOS; Overdose | Outcome Unknown |
| Jul 1, 2024 | Other Rodents | Unknown | Pentobarbital Sodium And Phenytoin So... | Lack of efficacy - NOS | Euthanized |
| Jan 31, 2024 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Ketamine Hydrochloride | Lack of efficacy - NOS | Recovered/Normal |
| Apr 12, 2023 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Selamectin | Death; Shallow breathing; Pale mucous membrane; Anaphylaxis | Died |
| Mar 21, 2022 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Carprofen | Injection site necrosis; Injection site lesion; Wound; Death by euthanasia | Recovered/Normal; Euthanized; Outcome Unknown |
| Mar 11, 2021 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Cefovecin | Unsteady gait; Irregular breathing; Death | Died |
| Mar 4, 2021 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Ketamine Hydrochloride | Drug administration error; Incorrect route of drug administration; INEFFECTIV... | Recovered/Normal |
| Jan 1, 2020 | Other Rodents | Unknown | Diclofenac Sodium | Elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT); Elevated aspartate aminotransferase ... | Outcome Unknown |
| Oct 18, 2019 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Ketamine Hydrochloride | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA | Outcome Unknown |
| Sep 20, 2018 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Selamectin | Inappetence; Death | Died |
| Aug 7, 2016 | Other Rodents | Unknown | Ivermectin 10 Mg/Ml Solution For Inje... | Seizure NOS; Excitation; Death by euthanasia; Apathy | Euthanized; Outcome Unknown |
| Jun 27, 2016 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Ketamine Hydrochloride | INEFFECTIVE, SEDATION | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 1, 2016 | Other Rodents | Unknown | Polyglactin 910 | Lack of efficacy, medical device | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 1, 2016 | Other Rodents | Unknown | Polyglactin 910 | Lack of efficacy, medical device | Outcome Unknown |
| Feb 8, 2016 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Ketamine Hydrochloride | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA | Outcome Unknown |
| Jan 1, 2016 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Tylosin | Death | Died |
| Sep 23, 2015 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Isoflurane | Sudden death | Died |
| Jan 1, 2015 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride | Not eating; Decreased bowel movements; Hypoxia | Recovered/Normal |
| Nov 11, 2013 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Selamectin | Head tilt - ear disorder; Ataxia | Ongoing |
| Oct 14, 2013 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Selamectin | No sign | Outcome Unknown |
| Sep 3, 2013 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Cefovecin | Abnormal urine odour | Outcome Unknown |
| Sep 1, 2013 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Ketamine Hydrochloride | Vocalisation; Death; Stiffness NOS; Septicaemia; Ileus; Constipation | Ongoing; Died; Outcome Unknown |
| Aug 27, 2013 | Other Rodents | Unknown | Pentobarbital Sodium, Phenytoin Sodium | Lack of efficacy - NOS; INEFFECTIVE, EUTHANASIA; INEFFECTIVE, DELAYED EFFECT | Euthanized |
| Aug 13, 2013 | Other Rodents | Unknown | Triamcinolone Acetonide 0.015% | Lack of efficacy - NOS; INEFFECTIVE, ANTIINFLAMMATORY | Outcome Unknown |
| Dec 6, 2012 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Toceranib Phosphate | Lack of efficacy - NOS | Ongoing |
| Sep 16, 2012 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Amoxicillin Trihydrate; Clavulanate P... | Diarrhoea | Ongoing |
| Sep 10, 2012 | Other Rodents | Unknown | Selamectin | Diarrhoea; Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurologi... | Outcome Unknown |
| Jun 18, 2012 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Albendazole | Neurological signs NOS | Outcome Unknown |
| Feb 15, 2012 | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Ketamine | Death | Died |
| — | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Carprofen | Limping; Excessive chewing, licking and/or grooming; Lack of efficacy - NOS; ... | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Ketamine Hydrochloride | Death; Circulatory shock; Dyspnoea | Died; Outcome Unknown |
| — | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Ketamine Hydrochloride | Hypoxia; Cardiac disorder NOS | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Other Rodents | Unknown | Ponazuril 150 Mg/G Oral Paste | Accidental exposure; Death | Died |
| — | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Ketamine | Respiratory depression; Ventricular arrhythmia; Hypothermia; Tremor; Twitchin... | Recovered/Normal; Died |
| — | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (other) | Ketamine | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA | Recovered/Normal |
| — | Other Rodents | Other Rodents (unknown) | Isoflurane | INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA | Outcome Unknown |
| — | Other Rodents | Unknown | Isoflurane | Unexplained 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.