An OFA eye exam in dogs is a specialized screening performed to evaluate ocular health and detect inherited eye diseases. Conducted by a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist, the exam includes a detailed assessment of the eyelids, cornea, lens, retina, and optic nerve—often after dilating the pupils.
Findings are submitted to the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) to provide an official certification of eye health, which is commonly required for breeding dogs to help reduce the transmission of genetic eye conditions and promote responsible breeding practices.