![]() Three radiographs are taken to measure the hip joint laxity. Unlike the OFA test, PennHIP requires the dog to be anesthetized. The test relies on interpretation of a radiograph of the dogs hips, which are then assigned a score by three independent radiologists: Excellent, Good, Fair, Borderline, Mild, Moderate and Severe (Click here to read an explanation of each score).Īnother, more recently developed test, is the University of Pennsylvania Hip Improvement Program (PennHIP) test. This system rates a dogs hip joint on a seven-point scoring system. A recent study attempted to look at the differences in the two most common tests.Ĭurrently the test regarded as the “gold standard” used to determine a dogs susceptibility to hip dysplasia is the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) hip joint scoring system. One way to achieving this goal is to have an accurate test for susceptibility to this disease. Responsible breeders are always trying to reduce the risk of hip dysplasia in their dogs blood lines. Study compares PennHIP vs OFA hip dysplasia tests If you have any questions about OFA radiographs or you would like to schedule an appointment, feel free to contact us today at (480) 860-1433. You need to know your pets’ registered name, tattoo or microchip, and even the information about the sire and dam. It is very important that owners fill out the paperwork as thoroughly as possible. Though it is not required, anesthesia is recommended so that we can achieve the best results possible. The American Veterinary Medical Association has strict guidelines on how the films need to look so we work very hard to take the perfect films. Positioning is very important to ensure good OFA radiographs. Sometimes, if they don’t pass, owners may decide not to breed them. If the hips pass, the puppies are often more valuable. They are mostly done for owners who are considering breeding their dog. They are usually taken after a dog’s second birthday. OFA radiographs are used to evaluate the hips of a dog. Animal Hospital, we are proud to offer OFA radiographs for our patients. For more information, ask your pets’ veterinarian, or visit OFA X-rays ![]() These measurements (Distraction Index – or DI) provide a way to predict hip laxity, dysplasia, and osteoarthritis. In addition to traditional hip-extended radiographs, we use a special device to hold your pet in position and retract the legs/hips in order to produce radiographs that will allow radiologists to measure the displacement of the femur in your pets’ hips (Compression and Distraction radiographs). In order to certify your dog’s hips, we will need to quickly anesthetize or sedate your pet for radiographs (x-rays). In order to ensure only the best dogs are used for breeding, passing on their healthy hips, we offer Penn HIP Certification. ![]() Penn HIP Certification has been shown to be the most reliable indicator of future hip osteoarthritis. Certified Hip dysplasia is a very common disease, sometimes seen in specific breeds. ![]()
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