BAER individual screen testing
Suitable for testing an individual puppy, kitten, or adult cat or dog who may be likely to have congenital deafness.
This is testing a single young animal that you think might be deaf or, especially in a breed susceptible to genetic deafness, to show that both ears are normal prior to breeding.
Charges
If there is only one animal to test the cost is £149.09 (including VAT)
If a certificate is required this is charged at £19.68 (including VAT). Certificates can only be provided if the animals are microchipped. Microchipping can be performed at the time of testing (charged at the standard practice rate)
N.B. Individual testing (with certificate) as part of the Kennel Club Scheme costs £174.77 (including VAT)
Suitable for testing an individual puppy, kitten, or adult cat or dog who may be likely to have congenital deafness.
This is testing a single young animal that you think might be deaf or, especially in a breed susceptible to genetic deafness, to show that both ears are normal prior to breeding.
Charges
If there is only one animal to test the cost is £149.09 (including VAT)
If a certificate is required this is charged at £19.68 (including VAT). Certificates can only be provided if the animals are microchipped. Microchipping can be performed at the time of testing (charged at the standard practice rate)
N.B. Individual testing (with certificate) as part of the Kennel Club Scheme costs £174.77 (including VAT)
BAER litter screen testing
Suitable for a litter of two or more kittens or puppies.
This is testing of litter of puppies and kittens between 6 and 8 weeks of age ideally, who are a breed which is susceptible to genetic deafness, to show that both ears are normal prior to them going to their new homes.
Charges
The first animal is charged at £88.44 (incl VAT) and each extra one at £40.97 (incl. VAT).
Certificates are charged extra, costing £19.68 (incl. VAT) each for individual certificates and £39.37 (incl VAT) for a litter certificate with all results of that litter recorded on a single sheet.
Certificates can only be provided if the animals are microchipped. Microchipping can be performed at the time of testing (charged at the standard practice rate).
N.B. For testing as part of a Kennel Club Hearing Testing Scheme, each puppy needs an individual certificate and there is a surcharge of £6 per test (incl VAT) on the costs above to cover administration time.
Charges
The first animal is charged at £88.44 (incl VAT) and each extra one at £40.97 (incl. VAT).
Certificates are charged extra, costing £19.68 (incl. VAT) each for individual certificates and £39.37 (incl VAT) for a litter certificate with all results of that litter recorded on a single sheet.
Certificates can only be provided if the animals are microchipped. Microchipping can be performed at the time of testing (charged at the standard practice rate).
N.B. For testing as part of a Kennel Club Hearing Testing Scheme, each puppy needs an individual certificate and there is a surcharge of £6 per test (incl VAT) on the costs above to cover administration time.
BAER full test
Suitable for animals with suspected who have acquired deafness (gone deaf), during their life due to ear or neurological disease being present.
Testing of animals suspected of going deaf during their life due to disease is usually much more complex. More data gathering and analysis is needed to reach a diagnosis and can take much longer - typically more than an hour. It is also necessary to write a report to be sent to your veterinary surgeon.
These animals too should ideally be starved for 4 - 8 hours prior to the test to avoid vomiting if sedation is necessary. These animals usually require sedation unless they are very compliant.
Charges:
Dermatology/neurology case including consultation, BAER testing and report £608.77 (incl VAT).
Sedation, if necessary, is extra. It is usually needed. Payment is required at the time of the test.
Testing of animals suspected of going deaf during their life due to disease is usually much more complex. More data gathering and analysis is needed to reach a diagnosis and can take much longer - typically more than an hour. It is also necessary to write a report to be sent to your veterinary surgeon.
These animals too should ideally be starved for 4 - 8 hours prior to the test to avoid vomiting if sedation is necessary. These animals usually require sedation unless they are very compliant.
Charges:
Dermatology/neurology case including consultation, BAER testing and report £608.77 (incl VAT).
Sedation, if necessary, is extra. It is usually needed. Payment is required at the time of the test.
