Archive for January 4th, 2009

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and the Orthopedic Foundation For Animals (OFA)

Sunday, January 4th, 2009

Currently there are 4 screenings recommended for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels by OFA:

Hip Displasia: includes OFA evaluation, OVC evaluation, and PennHip evaluation

Eye Clearance: CERF evaluation. Initial CERF exam recommended at 8-12 weeks of age, follow up at 12 months of age, annually until 5 years of age, every 2 years until 9 years of age. For additional information please visit the CERF website by clicking the following link: Canine Eye Registry Foundation (CERF)

Patellar Luxation: OFA evaluation

Congenital Cardiac Database: OFA evaluation with examination performed by Board-Certified Cardiologist. Recommended annually.

For more information about Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health please visit our website at www.cruisincavaliers.com