A Retrospective Study of Two Radiographic Techniques for Evaluation of Hip Dysplasia in 95 Military Working Dog Candidates

Captain Nicholas R. Cabano, DVM

Conference Proceedings, 4th International Working Dog Breeding Association, Melbourne, Australia, Vol. 4, pp. 76, 2005


Abstract

Compares the OFA and PennHIP radiographic methods for predicting canine hip dysplasia in 95 military working dog candidates. Aims to develop a combined screening strategy that minimizes hip dysplasia in dogs retained for training.