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by Evangelina on 26 November 2008 - 20:11
Hello! I have a young bitch who's already of age to have her hips done for the OFA and I would like to do them as soon as possible (I am not planning to breed her this season), but she's in heat right now. Does anyone know how long I should wait to do them after she's through? Thank you!
by tigermouse on 26 November 2008 - 21:11
i like to wait 4-6 weeks:)
by Trailrider on 26 November 2008 - 23:11
It used to be 30 days but my vet just recommended 2 months...
by Evangelina on 26 November 2008 - 23:11
Thank you very much for your input!
by Diane on 27 November 2008 - 00:11
If you're in the USA, this is taken from the OFA website:
Hormonal effects
Estrus appears to affect the reliability of diagnosis in some females.
Some animals in season demonstrate a degree of subluxation (laxity)
that is not present when the bitch is out of season, possibly due to the
relaxation effects of estrogens on the ligaments and joint capsule. Radiography
of these bitches may result in a false diagnosis of HD.
It is recommended that bitches not be examined for HD when in season
and radiographs should be obtained one month prior or one month
following the heat cycle. In addition, following a pregnancy the OFA
recommends that the bitch’s radiographs be taken at least one month
after weaning the offspring.
by CMills on 27 November 2008 - 01:11
My rule of thumb is 3 months, that is exactly in between heat cycles.
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