Exams
- 6 - puppies up to 1 year
- 29 - 1 year to age 6
- 11 - 8 years to age 16
Results
- 0 - there were no cases of OM
- 4 - age related small cataracts
- 1 – Retinitis (needing drops)
9-30-05 - The night before, Sue McAlpin and Jessica put the ‘Store’ together by getting things laid out and pricing. The Store was made up of stuff that was given to the club when Julia Hague passed away. The monies from this year’s Eye Clinic will go toward a memorial trophy in Julia’s name. There were bargains to be had!
10-01-05 - Things got started around 0800 for the early birds. Jane and friend Sue French (from Florida) started getting things ready. It was somewhat of a soggy day, so most of the extra outside activities were not available.
Eye Exams started at 0900 with the ever-great Dr. Scherlie and his new associate. Sue French did drops and kept track of times. She kept things running fast and smooth. Dr. Scherlie examined 46 dogs!
We need to remember that it is the older dogs that need to be screened for OM. Next year let’s try to get as many of the older dogs screened (even if they aren’t breeding) so we can be sure that the younger stock are not at risk as they grow older.
In addition to the Store, Jane made and raffled an incredible planter with painted Cairns on it. The lucky winner was Jim Beck (Janice’s husband.) Between the Store and Raffle we brought in $119.50. MCAS allowed us to keep $5 of each chip done and that brought in $40.00. For a total of $159.50 to put towards the trophy. Many thanks to Jill for minding the store.
But let’s not forget the FOOD. Jane’s husband Mike fixed Alaskan Salmon he had caught, on the BBQ. In addition there were other great dishes and deserts. “Mary” even thought the grill was a great place to get a snack - luckily it had cooled down.
As always, Jane did an incredible job with the pre-planning flyers and hospitality. Many thanks to Jane! Pictures to come via Vince Johnson from Gleneden, OR
P.S. 4 sweatshirts and 3 tee-shirts were also sold ($164.00)
**Lets get a jump start for next year to get our pet puppies involved in the screening. It is a very inexpensive way to get an exam done by a ophthalmologist specialist. We had one very early detection of a non-hereditary problem that was never detected by their regular veterinarian, but will require medication for the rest of it’s life to prevent blindness.
Submitted by Vicki Havlik
10/7/2005 • permalink
