OFA Health Clinic

COKC November 2026 OFA Health Clinic

Sunday, November 15, 2026

Supporting the Health and Future of Our Breeds

For breeders and exhibitors, health testing is an important part of responsible breeding and the long-term preservation of our breeds. OFA health screenings provide valuable information about a dog’s health and can help breeders make thoughtful, informed decisions when planning future generations.

The Central Ohio Kennel Club’s November OFA Health Clinic brings together several important health screening opportunities in one convenient location. Whether you are completing health clearances for your breeding program, working toward breed-specific health testing requirements, preparing a young dog for their future in the show ring, or simply adding to your dog’s health records, we invite you to take advantage of this opportunity.

OFA works with veterinarians, breeders, owners, and breed organizations to collect and share health information that can help improve the health and welfare of dogs. Breed-specific health testing recommendations can vary, making it important for breeders to understand which screenings are appropriate for their individual breeds.

Multiple health screening services will be available throughout the day, with appointments scheduled in advance.

Important Registration Deadline

Pre-registration must be received by Friday, November 6, 2026.

Our clinics fill quickly, and appointments are scheduled first come, first served based on the order registrations are received.

Don’t wait until the last minute!

November 2026 Health Clinic Services:

Cardiology Clinic

8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Conducted by:
Dr. Robert Hamlin, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVIM
Dr. Steve Roof

Cardiology services include:

  • Auscultation Only
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Echocardiogram

Dogs must be 12 months or older to receive a Cardiac OFA exam number.

Pre-Registration Pricing

Exam Pre-Registration Day of Clinic
Auscultation Only $60 $70
ECG Only $70 $80
Echocardiogram $280 $300

The echocardiogram includes auscultation.

An ECG records the electrical activity of the heart, while an echocardiogram uses ultrasound to visualize the heart, valves, contractions, and blood flow.

Eye Clinic

8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Conducted by:
Dr. Bill Greentree

Pricing

Pre-Registration: $55 per dog
Day of Clinic: $60 per dog

OFA forms will be available for completion at the clinic.

Please bring the following information for each dog:

  • AKC registration number
  • Microchip number

Planning Your Appointment

A dog’s pupils can begin constricting again within 2–3 hours after the drops are administered, so exhibitors with later ring times may want to consider an earlier appointment.

Dogs may also be somewhat more sensitive to bright sunlight while their pupils remain dilated.

Patella, Dentition & Microchip Clinic:

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Conducted by:
Dr. Suzanne Terrant, DVM

Pre-Registration Pricing

Exam Pre-Registration Day of Clinic
Patella $35 $45
Dentition $35 $45
Microchip – AKC Reunite with Prepaid Registration $30 $40

Patella: Dogs must be 12 months or older to receive an OFA exam number.

Dentition: Adult teeth must be fully erupted for evaluation.

Don’t Forget Your OFA Forms!

For Patella and Dentition exams, you will need to complete and print the appropriate OFA Exam Form before arriving. There will not be a way to photocopy forms at the clinic.

You will need the following information for each dog:

  • AKC registration number
  • Sire and Dam’s AKC registration numbers
  • Microchip number

OFA forms can be downloaded and printed from the OFA website.

Respiratory Function Grading Scheme (RFGS) Clinic

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Conducted by:
Dr. Erin Runcan, DVM, DACT

The Respiratory Function Grading Scheme screening program is currently open to:

Pug • Bulldog • French Bulldog • Affenpinscher • Boston Terrier • Boxer • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel • Chihuahua • Dogue de Bordeaux • Brussels Griffon • Japanese Chin • English Toy Spaniel • Maltese • Pekingese • Pomeranian • Shih Tzu • Staffordshire Bull Terrier

RFGS Pricing

Prepaid Pre-Registration: $55 per dog
Day of Clinic: $60 per dog

Please note: Pre-registration is NON-REFUNDABLE.

What Happens During an RFGS Exam?

The exam includes multiple steps, so please plan accordingly when selecting your appointment time:

Pre-examination

Three-minute exercise test

Post-examination

Because of these multiple steps, appointment times may take longer than a simple examination.

RFGS OFA Online Registration

For RFGS exams, owners are encouraged to complete the OFA registration process online before the clinic.

Here’s How:

  1. Log in to your existing OFA Online account—or create an account if you are a new user.
  2. Select “Create new application.”
  3. Enter your dog’s information.
  4. Scroll down and select “Online Exams.”
  5. Select “Respiratory Function Grading Scheme.”
  6. Select the Central Ohio Kennel Club November 2026 Health Clinic.
  7. Complete the brief pre-clinic health survey.
  8. Complete the $15 OFA registration payment.

Important: The $15 OFA payment is a separate OFA registration fee and does not include COKC’s $55 examination fee.

After completing the online registration, OFA will email you a confirmation along with a PDF copy of the RFGS exam form.

Paper RFGS forms will also be available for walk-in appointments.

How to Register

Register Early — Appointments Fill Fast!

Pre-registration is strongly recommended for all clinic services.

Exhibitors are contacted in the order that registrations are received. Once the judging schedule has been published, COKC will begin contacting exhibitors by email to schedule appointment times.

We will do our best to accommodate your preferred time, but please be flexible—appointment times can fill quickly.

Choose Your Registration Method

Mail Your Registration

Send your completed registration form with a check or money order payable to CENTRAL OHIO KENNEL CLUB to:

Alexandra Draves
2825 Neil Ave., Apt. #709
Columbus, Ohio 43202

Register Online

Pay by debit or credit card through the Central Ohio Kennel Club website.

[Register Online / COKC Store]

After You Register

Keep an eye on your email.

You will be contacted on or after the judging schedule has been published to arrange your appointment time.

Appointments are scheduled first come, first served based on the order of pre-registration.

When you receive your appointment email:

Please respond as soon as possible to confirm your appointment.

If your preferred time is no longer available, we ask that you remain flexible so we can accommodate as many exhibitors as possible.

Important Reminders

Pre-registration is NON-REFUNDABLE.

Please make sure you are able to attend before submitting payment.

Don’t wait to register.

Our clinics fill quickly, and walk-ins may only be accommodated when possible.

Please do not contact the veterinarians directly.

All appointment scheduling questions should go through COKC.

Questions?

COKCHealthClinic@gmail.com

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Plan Ahead for Your Clinic Day

If you’re bringing more than one dog—or completing multiple health clearances—take a few minutes before clinic day to make sure you have everything you need.

Your Pre-Clinic Checklist

  • Register by Friday, November 6, 2026

  • Complete any required OFA forms

  • Have your dog’s AKC registration information available

  • Have your dog’s microchip number available

  • Have sire and dam AKC registration numbers available when required

  • Watch your email for your appointment confirmation

  • Respond promptly to confirm your appointment

  • Allow enough time for your dog’s specific examination

  • For RFGS appointments, remember that the exam includes a 3-minute exercise test

  • For eye appointments, consider your dog’s show/ring time and the effects of pupil dilation

One Day. Multiple Health Clearances.

Whether you’re checking hearts, eyes, patellas, dentition, respiratory function, or microchip identification, COKC’s November Health Clinic makes it easier to take care of important health testing in one place.

Mark your calendar. Gather your paperwork. Register early.

Sunday, November 15, 2026

Registration Deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026

We look forward to seeing you and your dogs!

Clinic information, pricing, scheduling, and eligibility requirements are subject to the official COKC November 2026 clinic forms and registration information.