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The European College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ECVO) Scheme in order to control presumed inherited eye diseases (PIED) is presented. The Scheme is now in use in seven European countries. In addition, individual ECVO Diplomates work in accordance with the scheme in other countries. The national eye panels consist of ECVO Diplomates plus well trained and examined veterinarians with a special interest in ophthalmology. Requirements for education of panellists, plus procedures for the qualifying exams are outlined. The Scheme is for all presumed inherited diseases of the eye and its adnexa. The results of the general eye examination are given on the certificate, with emphasis on specified congenital and acquired PIED’s. Appeals procedures in case of conflicting results are described, as well as the procedures for export and import of results. The ECVO certificate is both in English and the national language and is readable and understandable for the well informed owner. The characteristics of some other eye-schemes are discussed. Further information can be found on the ECVO website http://www.ecvo.org
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