PennHIP

Young Dogs With Painful Hips – Could it be Hip Dysplasia?

Jan 01 2023

Ravneet Kaur, DVM | Arthritis, Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Hip Dysplasia, PennHIP, Radiographs, Surgical Conditions

Clover is a one-year-old Bernese Mountain dog. Her owners decided to get her on a whim last year and she has been an important part of the family since. She’s…
PennHIP Radiographs: An Important Part of Your Dog’s Health Assessment

Oct 25 2021

Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Arthritis, Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Diseases, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Hip Dysplasia, PennHIP, Radiographs

Arthritis in the hip joints is a common issue for many of our dogs as they age and particularly common in some specific breeds such as the Labrador Retriever, Great…
Do You Know If Your Dog Is At Risk For Hip Dysplasia?

Jun 20 2019

Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Arthritis, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Hip Dysplasia, PennHIP, Radiographs

Hip dysplasia (CHD) is a debilitating and painful condition that affects the hips of millions of dogs (and some cats!). Genetics plays a role, as do factors such as breed,…