OFA Eye Screenings
What is a CAER exam?
Information provided by the OFA website:
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OFA Eye Certification examinations are screening exams that can only be performed by board certified veterinary ophthalmologists (a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology – ACVO).
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The purpose of the OFA Companion Animal Eye Registry (CAER) is to provide breeders with information regarding canine eye diseases so that they may make informed breeding decisions to produce healthier dogs.
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The exam is performed 30 to 40 minutes after pupil-dilating drops are placed in the eyes. The Eye Certification exam consists of indirect ophthalmoscopy and slit lamp biomicroscopy. It is not a comprehensive ocular health examination, but rather an eye screening exam.
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After the painless examination of the dog’s eyes, the board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist will complete the OFA Companion Animal Eye Registry (CAER) form and indicate any specific disease(s) found.
How do I schedule a CAER exam?
We host bi-annual OFA Eye Clinics at our practice with board certified veterinary ophthalmologist, Dr. Corbett.
To stay up to date on announcements for our upcoming eye clinics, give us a follow on Facebook and Instagram. You can also visit the OFA website and head to their Health Clinics page where our registered eye clinic dates are posted on their calendar.
- Our eye clinics are by appointment only. We have a limited number of spots available, so make sure to book in advance!
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You do not need to be a pre-existing client to book an appointment with us for our eye clinics.
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To reserve your appointment, please give our office a call and request either Misty or Michelle C.
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A non-refundable payment of $55 is required per pet. This will be collected prior to your scheduled appointment.
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Once your appointment is scheduled, we will direct you to the OFA Online portal to complete an application form. This is where you will receive your CAER exam results once completed by our ophthalmologist.