Hip Dysplasia European Grading System

A number of European countries use a hip dysplasia grading system which gives an overall grade for the hips between A-E as follows :

  • A - Normal Hips (0-6)
  • B - Borderline Hip Dysplasia (7-16)
  • C - Mild Hip Dysplasia (17-36)
  • D - Moderate Hip Dysplasia (37-60)
  • E - Severe Hip Dysplasia (>60)

The numbers in brackets are an approximation to the total hip score which might be given if the dog was scored under the KC/BVA scoring scheme.

Possible Test Results :

  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
  • E
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