Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response - the machine will play a range of tones and measure nerve responses from the brain to determine if the dog is hearing or not hearing. Will the test tell me how well my dog can hear? The test can only determine if the dog can hear or not hear, it can not report what tones the dog can hear or how well it can hear. It can determine which ear is capable of hearing. The test is a big benefit to breeding programs, to determine which dogs are deaf in one or both ears so they do not breed these dogs and pass on the deafness gene to the puppies. Pet dogs, especially older dogs, can be tested if an owner is concerned their pet may have lost its hearing. How much does the test cost? - Show Special Pricing $65/dog Tests meet all OFA requirements, including: Two tests in each ear Verification of microchip/tatoo ID (Now requred for results to be transmitted to the AKC) A signed OFA application form (Does NOT include OFA fees) An extra copy of the test results for your records Also included in the price: A review of any questionable results by a BAER specialist! Testing Fee is WAIVED on repeat tests on the same dog! (Other fees may still apply) Non Show Rates can be found on our Pricing Page What age can I test my dogs? Puppies can be tested as young as 35 days. What breeds should be tested? 80 of the 160 AKC recognized breeds have been identified as carrying genes for congenital deafness. Dapple, Merle, and White fur colors, as well as blue eyes are characteristics often linked with deafness in one or both ears. But congenital deafness has also been a reported as a problem in many breeds including Rottweiler, Labradors, and Rhodesian Ridgebacks. What is involved in the testing? Three needles are inserted under the skin the of dog, 1 below each ear and 1 on top of the head. Electrodes are connected to the needles, and an ear piece is held in each ear canal for approximately 1 minute. No shaving is required but alcohol is placed on the pet at the location where the needles will be inserted. Sedation is very rarely used. Where are you testing next? We are a mobile testing clinic and arrangements can be made to test at any location in Oregon. Call or Email us to arrange for us to come and test your dogs in the comfort of your own home or kennel. Or click our Schedule Now button to set up a time for testing at an upcoming dog show. See our Schedule of Events to find out what upcoming dog shows we will be at. What information do I need to bring with me? For OFA certifiable results we need the owner's name, dog's name, breed, and date of birth. For AKC to accept results from the OFA we also need the dog's registration number or litter registration number. AKC also requires that the dog have a form of permanent identification; either a microchip or tattoo. For a microchip, the owners name, address, and phone number are needed. Contact information for an alternate contact is also recommended. |
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