The importance of eye exams

[Loisiana]

well crap.

I think I need to get Conner seen ASAP.

[Loisiana]

Originally Posted by kdmarsh

Hm. Perhaps I will look into LSU doing a CERF exam with Flora, even though I can hardly afford it. So far her eyes seem fine, but this thread still raises some alarm.

Let me know if you find out any info on LSU's CERF exams. The website says they do monthly exams but doesn't say when. I'll have to decide between going there or going to Houston.

[ragtym]

Update on Faith - no PU !

She's got old dog cataracts and some old dog "floaties" but nothing hereditary. She's now taking an old dog nap.

[Bogey's Mom]

I have been following this on WorkGold but haven't read much here. I just wanted to throw in my two cents. I am a newish golden owner and had never been through any clearances before this year. I didn't know anything about them until well after we brought out first boy home and had no idea what to expect at all the various exams this year, but seeing the eye doctor was super quick, easy and painless for all involved. My dogs weren't the least bit bothered by him and I went home feeling SO much better knowing they were clear.

I'm sure it's already been mentioned in this thread, but you can have CERF exams done at dog shows for a good price. I think I paid $30 for my guys.

[Megora]

Quick question for people who have had these exams done on their dogs...

I understand the vet puts eye drops in to dilate the eyes (!). Have you had any problems afterward - dogs having problems seeing, etc... ? <- I only ask because whenever I have my eyes done they are stuck dilated for over a week. And of course my eyes hurt and sting for a day or so after getting the drops put in. <- I'm cringing about having that done to my baby.

I contacted an eye-vet and from the sounds of it we won't get in until late October or November for a CERF exam. And it will cost $40.

I could also schedule a regular exam for right now, but that would cost $90 for the appointment and then above that for diagnostics or meds.

[Pointgold]

Originally Posted by Megora

Quick question for people who have had these exams done on their dogs...

I understand the vet puts eye drops in to dilate the eyes (!). Have you had any problems afterward - dogs having problems seeing, etc... ? <- I only ask because whenever I have my eyes done they are stuck dilated for over a week. And of course my eyes hurt and sting for a day or so after getting the drops put in. <- I'm cringing about having that done to my baby.

I contacted an eye-vet and from the sounds of it we won't get in until late October or November for a CERF exam. And it will cost $40.

I could also schedule a regular exam for right now, but that would cost $90 for the appointment and then above that for diagnostics or meds.

Never have had any issues after the dogs have been dilated, in fact, at clinics held at shows I've seen dogs go into Obedience/Agility shortly after.
That said, I would not recommend that you go to Michigan Veterinary Specialists for CERF exams. Get to Dr. Ramsey, if possible.

[Ljilly28]

I am taking Tango, Tally, Copley, and Finn to an eye clinic this weekend that Tally's breeder is hosting. She is making sure all the dogs, pet and show, get done from her umbrella- it's awesome to see the strong, positive leadership from breeders.

[tippykayak]

Jax and Comet had their CERF exams done for $30 each at a clinic organized by the local GR club. The showed no aftereffects from the drops at all. Plus, it's fun to get to meet the influential breeders in you area.

[damita]

Eye Clinic being hosted by Lab Club of Manitoba just outside of Winnipeg this upcoming weekend - from what I hear there are a few spots left...

Loading up all of my gang and taking a pup I produced along as well!

[Pointgold]

My Zoom's litter brother is having an eye removed tomorrow. He has PU, which was misdiagnosed as "allergies", and developed glaucoma. The orb will be sent to Wendy Townsend at Purdue.
What a crying shame.