Is my puppy's umbilical hernia serious? Can it be fixed during neuter?

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Is umbilical hernia serious and necessary for my 6 month puppy? Currently in the process of having my puppy neutered. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 6 months and 27 days old | 70 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

The severity of it would depend on its size and so to the organs or structures that can herniate through that ''ring'' of tissue. It can be easily resolved with a quick surgery under the same general anesthetic when he will be neutered. I would recommend to correct it surgically as it can get bigger with age.

Is my puppy's umbilical hernia serious? Can it be fixed during neuter?

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