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OFA & Penn Hip Certification

OFA & Penn Hip Certification

OFA Certification is a subjective radiographic evaluation of hips and/or elbows of canines that are done after 2 years of age (can be required for breeding). For more information ask Dr. Dubbs, or see the OFA website.

Penn HIP Certification is a hip screening procedure capable of estimating the susceptibility for Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) in dogs as young as 16 weeks of age. The procedure includes radiographs done by a certified veterinarian of your dog’s hips while under general anesthesia. For more information ask Dr. Dubbs, or see the Penn hip website.