Is a puppy's small umbilical hernia serious? Will it heal itself?

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Hello, I am due to buy a pug puppy friday and the breeder has just got in touch has he has been to the vets today who said 2 of the pups have a small umbilical hearnia but reassures me this will heal itself is this the case? Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | unneutered | 2 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Hi there. Small umbilical hernias are common, and do not normally cause any significant problems. Sometimes they close over on their own, depending on their size, and sometimes not. The hernia can be fixed when the pup is spayed or neutered, if it is still present at that time. Large hernias that involve the intestines and other internal organs are much less common. If the veterinarian who examined the pups indicated that the hernia is not of any clinical concern, then you shouldn't need to worry.

Is a puppy's small umbilical hernia serious? Will it heal itself?

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