CHIC Program Requirements
The OFA, working with the Cairn terrier's parent club (Cairn Terrier Club of America) recommends the following basic health screening tests for all breeding stock. Dogs meeting these basic health screening requirements will be issued Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) numbers. For CHIC certification, all results do not need to be normal, but they must all be in the public domain so that responsible breeders can make more informed breeding decisions. For potential puppy buyers, CHIC certification is a good indicator the breeder responsibly factors good health into their selection criteria. The breed specific list below represents the VERY basic health screening recommendations for Cairn terriers. It is not all encompassing. There are other health screening tests appropriate for cairns. But the letters CHIC after a dog's name shows just another level of care the breeder is taking.
REQUIRED TESTS: Patellar Luxation: Veterinary Evaluation of Patellar Luxation. Results registered with OFA. ACVO Eye Exam: ACVO Eye examination. Results registered with OFA. Cardiac Evaluation: Basic Cardiac Exam. Results registered with OFA. Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy (GCL): Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy - DNA Based Test from an approved lab
Note: I have absolutely NO idea why CMO is not listed as it is a common problem in cairns!
REQUIRED TESTS: Patellar Luxation: Veterinary Evaluation of Patellar Luxation. Results registered with OFA. ACVO Eye Exam: ACVO Eye examination. Results registered with OFA. Cardiac Evaluation: Basic Cardiac Exam. Results registered with OFA. Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy (GCL): Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy - DNA Based Test from an approved lab
Note: I have absolutely NO idea why CMO is not listed as it is a common problem in cairns!