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Article of interest: Vet Med Today
"Special Report: Summary of adverse event reports for veterinary biologic products received by the USDA from 1999 through 2006" JAVMA, 229/7: Octover 1, 2006. 1100-1101.

Distinguishes between "drugs" (province of FDA) and "biologics" (i.e., vaccinations ... province of Dept of Agriculture)

. Discusses failure to report issues in part due to the voluntary basis of reporting. Notes that clients are often primary reporters ... though imprecise and anecdotal.

For starters: Center for Veterinary Biologics (Dept of Agriculture): 1-800-752-6255 ... may also access web site or FAX.