Hip Dysplasia

It is advised that all dogs used in breeding programmes are hip scored. Should your Wheaten require an anaesthetic for any reason, even if you have no thoughts of breeding, the information gathered by having the hips scored, after one year of age, would help to build up a more accurate picture of the breed. Your vet will carry out the necessary procedure. This is usually done under anaesthesia although some vets/technicians will X-ray hips under sedation.

You must take your Wheaten's Kennel Club registration certificate with you at the time of the X-ray. The dog's registration number goes onto the plate and the other details go with the plate for assessment by the BVA/KC Panel.