Vanguard Veterinary Hospital
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PennHIP and OFA

At Vanguard Veterinary Hospital, we offer both PennHIP and OFA radiographs/testing. Both methods are designed to assess hip dysplasia. In dogs, hip dysplasia is an abnormal formation of the hip socket that, in its more severe form, can eventually cause lameness and arthritis of the joints. It is a genetic (polygenic) trait that is affected by environmental factors. It is common in many dog breeds, particularly the larger breeds, and is the most common single cause of arthritis of the hips.


AIS PennHIP is the most accurate science-based hip-screening used to assess a dog's risk for developing Canine Hip Dysplasia. The PennHIP procedure is recommended as a preventive screening tool for canine patients and for those dogs that are or will be included in a breeding program, as well as, working/service dogs. This procedure has distinct advantages over other popular screening methods because it can be done for patients as young as 16 weeks of age. For more detailed information about PennHIP, please visit the PennHIP website.

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OFA is a non-profit foundation database that aims to reduce the incidence of genetic disease. OFA radiographs help to diagnose dogs with abnormal or dyplastic hips.  OFA certifications are available for hip and elbow joints once a dog has reached 2 years of age. Preliminary OFA evaluations can be done as early as 1 year of age. For more detailed information about OFA, please visit the
 OFA website.


For both PennHIP and OFA hip radiographs, pets are sedated for a short period of time to obtain the radiograph views required for assessment. Once the procedure is completed the sedation is reversed with medications. 


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Monday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday Closed
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VANGUARD VETERINARY HOSPITAL
1995 Juniper Lake Rd.
West End, NC 27376
Phone (910) 420-2902
Fax (910) 420-2847

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  • Home
  • About
    • Our Story - AAHA Accredited
    • Our Team
    • Our Facilities
    • Fear Free Care
  • Services
    • Wellness Exams
    • Dentistry
    • Ultrasound
    • Laparoscopy
    • Therapy Laser
    • Rehabilitation
    • Anesthesia
    • Working Dog Medicine
    • Endoscopy
    • Chiropractic
    • Acupuncture
    • Canine Massage
    • PennHip and OFA
  • Forms & Resources
    • Vets First Choice Online Pet Store
    • PetDesk
    • Veterinary Referral Form
    • New Client Form
    • Pre-Visit Questionnaire
  • Emergency Info
  • Contact Us & Directions
  • Blog
  • Affordable Payment Options