Canine Eye Registration Foundation (C.E.R.F.)
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Canine Eye Registration Foundation (C.E.R.F.)





The Canine Eye Registration Foundation (C.E.R.F.) established in 1974, is an organization dedicated to the elimination of heritable eye disease in purebred dogs through registration and research.

The C.E.R.F. registry is a national repository of information collected on both dogs certified free of heritable eye disease, as well as all dogs examined by American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (A.C.V.O.) diplomates. By compiling data from their registry, C.E.R.F. is able to provide a variety of reports on the frequency of eye diseases in certain breeds. Responsible breeders and dog owners often find the C.E.R.F. registry useful when researching breeding stock and identifying eye problems specific to their breed specialty.

The A.C.V.O diplomate performs the dog’s eye examination in accordance with a uniform standard and completes the tri-carbon C.E.R.F. Eye Examination Form, indicating if any diseases were found. Regardless of the outcome of the eye examination, one part of the tri-carbon form is sent to C.E.R.F. where it will be added to the national data repository. The individual dog’s identity is held in confidence unless the owner completes his copy of the C.E.R.F. form and submits it to C.E.R.F. with the applicable registration fee. The C.E.R.F. eye examine is good for 12 months, at which time the dog must be re-examined in order to be listed in the registry of dog’s certified to be free of heritable eye disease.

Points to remember:
C.E.R.F. registration can occur at any age. Canines examined by an A.C.V.O. diplomate and found to be unaffected by major heritable eye disease can be registered with C.E.R.F. To become registered in the C.E.R.F. registry, the owner/breeder must complete the owner’s copy of the CERF examination form submit it with the applicable fee to the C.E.R.F. office. C.E.R.F. registration is valid for twelve months from the date of examination.


Further information about the C.E.R.F. Registry can be obtained by contacting:

CERF
SCC-A
Purdue University
W. Lafayette, IN 47907
Phone: (317) 494-8179
Fax: (317) 494-9981
Or visiting their website at CERF
Breeding Reference

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