The information in the links above was last updated on 03/04/2024. These are updated only when there are material changes, which can be weeks or even months apart (older date does not imply stale information)!
Applying for Breeding Eligibility
When your dog is at least 18 months old and you believe that that it meets the Large Munsterlander Association of America field testing requirements for breeding eligibility, please contact the Breeding Officer to receive instructions before moving on to hip and elbow certification activities.
Romy Shreve
email
Once it has been confirmed by the Breeding Officer that your dog meets field testing and conformation requirements, you will additionally need to obtain hip and elbow dysplasia certification using one of the options described below:
Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Certifications
Hip and elbow evaluation is required. Note that films are not returned, therefore if you or your vet want copies please make them before submitting the original for evaluation.
Option 1
- Dogs must be 24 months of age or older.
- Have your vet take high quality radiograph, with dog awake or under anesthesia as appropriate for the dog.
- Film/images should show required labeling for OFA plates.
- The evaluation charges will be explained by your veterinarian who will send the x-rays on your behalf to:
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)
2300 E Nifong Blvd.
Columbia, MO 65201-3856
573-442-0418
573-875-5073 (fax)
Option 2
- Dogs must be 18 months of age or older.
- Have your vet take high quality radiograph, with dog awake or under anesthesia as appropriate for the dog.
- Film/images/email should show the dog's registered name, tattoo number, owner, date of x-ray and clinic name.
- Send digitally via email, or mail radiographic film or digital copies on CD to:
C. S. Farrow, D.V.M
331 Benesh CR.
Saskatoon, SK S7K 6P1
CANADA
306-242-6504
email
Include or mail separately (1) a copy of the dog’s registration papers, and (2) a check for $45 (digital/electronic submission) or $65 (radiographic film via mail), in U.S. funds, payable to C. S. Farrow, D.V.M.
U.S. Mail / Canada Post is required, value of declared film or CD in package is about $5.
For new kennels, owners of LMAA, LMAC, or European-approved females should contact the Breeding Officer regarding establishing a kennel and requirements for kennel names. Once the kennel name is approved, it will be added to the LMAA Approved Breeders webpage with contact information.
Large Munsterlander Association of America