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This service is free. Clinic Submission Form. Please note, the submission form is to create a clinic posting on the OFA calendar, it is NOT for owners to register their dogs in or schedule appointments at a health clinic.
Dogs that have undergone all screenings that are recommended by their parent breed club, with all the test results made publicly available, will be provided a Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) number and certificate. Access to OFA data can improve pet health whether you’re a vet, a breeder, or a prospective owner.
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.
The Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER) test is the standard test for deafness in dogs and is the only accepted method of diagnosis. The test is generally performed by a board certified veterinary neurologist, but OFA will accept tests performed by experienced veterinarians, neuroscience professionals, or audiologists. The test is non ...
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14 gru 2021 · The OFA certification is the first step in the process and can help your dog live a long and happy life through proper medical treatments. Make an appointment with us at the South Seattle Veterinary Hospital .
OFA THYROID: This certification is accomplished by sending a blood sample to an approved laboratory that tests the dog for hypothyroidism, most commonly caused by autoimmune thyroiditis. The onset of the disease is variable, most commonly at 2-5 years of age.