Breeding and Showing Experience

[maggiesmom_2007]

Originally Posted by Raymond's Mom

Hi, The OFA Patellar exam is a manual examination that can be done by a general practitionar. And there are often screening clinics done at shows that offer that exam for a very reasonable price. The minimum age for OFA patellar is one year to have the exam count for an OFA number. Hips must be done at a vet's office as it is an x-ray and needs to be done by a vet who is experienced in doing hips. The way the dog is placed on the x-ray may determine the outcome. The minimum age for OFA Hips is two years of age. There is no minimum for CERF so you can get that done any time but they do recommend retesting the eyes periodically. As the dog has to be one year to get a OFA Patellar number it's at that point you can get a CHIC number!!

Thank you for your input.
I have done my research and I know what I need to do but I do thank you for the info as someone who doesn't already know this will have the info.
I also want to add that you can find more info here.
http://www.ytca.org/health_chicnumber.pdf

[maggiesmom_2007]

Originally Posted by Raymond's Mom

One other VERY IMPORTANT point to remember....NEVER let a vet manipulate the dogs knees to check for luxating patella when the dog is tranquilized as some vets do for the hip x-ray. That can damage the knees. The dog needs to be awake and standing for the knee exam.

Thankfully my dogs are calm when they get xrays done so no need for tranq's.
I have never heard of a patella exam being done any other way except with them standing.

[Raymond's Mom]

Originally Posted by maggiesmom_2007

Thank you for your input.
I have done my research and I know what I need to do but I do thank you for the info as someone who doesn't already know this will have the info.
I also want to add that you can find more info here.
http://www.ytca.org/health_chicnumber.pdf

That's great information. Thank-you for the link.

[Brooklynn]

Got a funny in email today LOL....made me think, one should really practice what they preach. Remember what is posted on the internet makes the rounds LOL...AND the yorkie world is small....I always say surround yourself with those you trust AND remember make sure you know who you hanging with and gossiping with because some words will come back and bite you the behind

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by Brooklynn

Got a funny in email today LOL....made me think, one should really practice what they preach. Remember what is posted on the internet makes the rounds LOL...AND the yorkie world is small....I always say surround yourself with those you trust AND remember make sure you know who you hanging with and gossiping with because some words will come back and bite you the behind

I received that same e-mail. One should not be concerned by a typographical error but, more on their own personal integrity.

[yorkielady06]

Originally Posted by maggiesmom_2007

Thankfully my dogs are calm when they get xrays done so no need for tranq's.
I have never heard of a patella exam being done any other way except with them standing.

LOL mine need a tranq just to pet them sometimes...lol

[Brooklynn]

Originally Posted by Brooklynn

Got a funny in email today LOL....made me think, one should really practice what they preach. Remember what is posted on the internet makes the rounds LOL...AND the yorkie world is small....I always say surround yourself with those you trust AND remember make sure you know who you hanging with and gossiping with because some words will come back and bite you the behind

And I'm by "far" an expert. As long as I'm showing and or breeding I will learn something new everyday about this breed and will happily take advice and mentoring at all times. When I stop learning it's time to get out. Its all a learning experience and when you can't go into this endeavor with an open mind and take all kinds of advice or opinions then you do miss out and stay closed minded. Not one person has the monopoly on knowledge in this breed so take in all you can.

[maggiesmom_2007]

Originally Posted by yorkielady06

LOL mine need a tranq just to pet them sometimes...lol

Wow. that is too funny.

[KYBLUE]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

I received that same e-mail. One should not be concerned by a typographical error but, more on their own personal integrity.

me three i found it amusing to say the least one should watch what they say
it is really amazing what goes around and how small the internet world really is
all i can is my butt is safe for now ! i keep my thoughts and business to one person myself

[gemy]

Originally Posted by KYBLUE

me three i found it amusing to say the least one should watch what they say
it is really amazing what goes around and how small the internet world really is
all i can is my butt is safe for now ! i keep my thoughts and business to one person myself

LoL good way to be. Nice to see you posting. Still remember our Kentucky visit with fondness.

Have a wonderful safe, and happy holiday

[KYBLUE]

Hi Gemy
hope all is well with you we decided to retire beau but i will be showing again next year with a new male hopeful we will see
merry christams to you and your family and may you have a blessed holiday and a safe one and who knows maybe i will see you again next year in lex