[Lil Sis]

Originally Posted by FlDebra

Although I would want to have my dog seen by a specialist if they were found to have anything other than no or very mild lp by my regular vet, I do not know of a requirement to have them see an orthopaedic surgeon for certification of clear knees. As far as I know, a regular vet can evaluate and submit the application to OFA, who then makes the determination to certify or not. Is that what you meant -- that at OFA an ortho surgeon would make the final call? If I am wrong, just point me in the direction I need to update myself. I have been going by what I read on offa.org and their application forms. TIA.

Originally Posted by Lil Sis

This seams like logical and great advice.. I would like to ask an off topic question.. sorry op..but maybe the answer will help you too

you said

LP if present should be assessed and graded by an othopaedic surgeon

I had my Remy checked.. the vet said no lp all was well. Is that enough or should I go to an othopaedic surgeon to-- I don't have any reasons to think she has lp..

Thanks
Shinja

Originally Posted by gemy

The presence of mild LP is usually easily assessed by a good general vet. For certification of clear knees an orthopaedic surgeon must assess, as this is their specialty. But if you trust your vet and their experience, and they say Remy's knees are good, they most likely are.

I think she was replying to me on my question about lp. Remy does not have any signs of lp.. but I did ask the vet on our first visit and he said she was fine. If I trust my vet that is enough - of course I would go farther if she had any signs.