A CERF Exam is recommended yearly for potential breeding dogs to evaluate for inherited eye diseases. Dogs which are determined to be normal on the exam will be eligible for obtaining a registration number from CERF which is valid for 1 year.

Dr Larocca provides ophthalmic screening exams for inherited eye diseases for the canine eye registry foundation. Only Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists can perform these exams.  For more information on CERF see the CERF website in the LINKS.

WHAT YOU NEED
If you are presenting a dog for evaluation at a CERF clinic please bring along the following information: The dogs registered name, permanent identification (tattoo or chip #), AKC number, and birth date.


HOW TO SET UP A CLINIC
This page is designed to provide information regarding upcoming CERF clinics. Dr. Larocca will schedule CERF clinics outside of AESC at various sites: (dog shows, breed club meetings, etc). If you are interested in setting up a CERF CLINIC for your organization please contact Animal Eye Specialty Center at 763-767-3937. If you wish to schedule an appointment at an upcoming CERF clinic please contact the designated contact for that clinic.

UPCOMING CERF CLINICS

Date: February 28, 2009

Place: Shoreview North Oaks Animal Hospital

Contact Info: 651-633-7830

Date:March 21, 2009

Place: Siberian Husky Club

Contact Sandy Reitsma 763-263-8182

Date: June 19, 20, 2009

Place: Cambridge, MN Dog Show at Cambridge Fairgrounds

Contact:Sandy Reitsma 763-263-8182