Hip Dysplasia and Radiographic Certification in the Vietnamese Phu Quoc Ridgeback Dog
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Dr. Jean Lieu, President
Phu Quoc Ridgeback Kennel Club

RECOMMENDATIONS: Given the relatively low occurrence of hip dysplasia in the Vietnamese Phu Quoc ridgeback dog breed, hip certification is recommended but not obligatory. Instead, both breeders and prospective buyers should place greater importance on the breeder's health guarantee. This is because Vietnamese Phu Quoc dogs with "cleared" hips may not necessarily yield puppies with "excellent" hip health, and a comprehensive health guarantee offers a more reliable assurance of the dog's overall well-being.