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The OFA website and databases provide the tools needed to promote the health and welfare of companion animals through a reduction in the incidence of genetic disease.
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Its initial mission: To provide radiographic evaluation,...
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The OFA created the Canine Health Information Center (CHIC)...
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The list represents the breeds where the parent club...
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Browse through breed-specific health screenings. Contact us...
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- Hip Dysplasia
What is Canine Hip Dysplasia? Canine Hip Dysplasia typically...
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We are a database for canine genetic diseases, we work with veterinarians, breeders, and dog owners around the world to collect health testing information and process it into our database. These health tests include radiographic hip and elbow dysplasia screening, DNA based genetic test results, soft tissue examinations for cardiac, eyes ...
The OFA created the Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) by partnering with participating parent clubs to research and maintain information on the health issues prevalent in specific breeds. We’ve established a recommended protocol for breed-specific health screenings. Dogs tested in accordance with that protocol are recognized with a CHIC ...
Breeders that participate in the AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. Program certify that applicable health screens are performed on their breeding stock as recommended by their AKC Breed Parent Club. Learn...
Our test results are accepted by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for all conditions where OFA has an established DNA registry. To see which tests are registrable with the OFA for your breed: Go to embarkvet.com/breeders/health/. Search for your breed.
11 sty 2022 · Let’s dive into canine hip dysplasia. The Test. Conducting a physical hip evaluation is the only way to screen dogs prior to breeding. Canine hip dysplasia can be caused by abnormal development of the hip joint or damage to the cartilage from a fracture.
9 lip 2020 · OFA has two exciting new tools to make health testing faster and easier for you. You can now fill out and print multiple tests for multiple dogs at one time for each of your dogs! In addition,...