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Caring for your dog’s health starts long before the first signs of disease appear. For dogs at increased risk of developing hip dysplasia, early evaluation can help identify potential problems and support informed decisions about lifelong care, exercise, and overall joint health.<\/p>\n
The PennHIP<\/strong> method is one of the most accurate techniques available for evaluating hip health in dogs. It can detect a dog’s predisposition to canine hip dysplasia<\/strong> at an early age by objectively measuring hip joint laxity (looseness), one of the primary risk factors for developing this orthopedic condition.<\/p>\n Hip dysplasia is one of the most common inherited orthopedic diseases in dogs, particularly in large and giant breeds. As the condition progresses, it can lead to pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, and the development of osteoarthritis.<\/p>\n Although hip dysplasia cannot be reversed once it has developed, identifying a dog’s risk early allows your veterinarian to recommend appropriate management strategies. These may help slow disease progression, improve joint function, and maintain your dog’s quality of life for years to come.<\/p>\n A PennHIP evaluation is performed under sedation or short general anesthesia to ensure complete muscle relaxation and obtain the most accurate measurements.<\/p>\n During the procedure, three specialized X-ray images of the hips are taken using the standardized PennHIP protocol. These radiographs can then be submitted to the na University of Pennsylvania, where they are assessed to determine the degree of hip laxity and estimate the dog’s risk of developing hip dysplasia.<\/p>\n A PennHIP examination is particularly recommended for:<\/p>\n If you would like to learn more about your dog’s hip health or find out whether a PennHIP evaluation is recommended for your pet, our veterinary team will be happy to help. Contact us to schedule an appointment or to discuss the best preventive care options for your dog.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" [vc_row gap=”25″ el_class=”usluge_page”][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”usluge”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text] Hip evaluation for dogs Caring for your dog’s health starts long before the first signs of disease appear. For dogs at increased risk of developing hip dysplasia, early evaluation can help identify potential problems and support informed decisions about lifelong care, exercise, and overall joint health. The PennHIP method […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":5012,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-7223","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\nWhy Is Hip Evaluation Important?<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
What Happens During a PennHIP Examination?<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
Which Dogs Benefit from a PennHIP Evaluation?<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
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\nDr. Lea Kreszinger, DVM<\/strong>, is certified to perform the PennHIP method and is listed among the internationally certified PennHIP veterinarians authorized to carry out this specialized evaluation.<\/p>\n