OFA's Eye Certification registers, collects and shares dog eye examination information to help
veterinary ophthalmologists identify blinding diseases
Not exact matches
A
Veterinary Ophthalmologist specializes in
identifying and treating diseases and conditions affecting all structures and aspects of the eye.
An AVCO (American College of
Veterinary Ophthalmologists) Certified diplomate should examine the eyes of all breeding stock less than one year before breeding as well as puppies between the age of 6 and 9 weeks (at which time certain anomalies can be
identified which do not appear again for several years).
This extra training prepares a
Veterinary Ophthalmologist in
identifying and treating diseases and conditions affecting all structures and aspects of the eye.
If your vet
identifies any concerns that requires a specialist, he or she may refer you to a
veterinary ophthalmologist for additional care.