Overview of a Canine Hernia
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
Toy Poodles
Hernias are common in puppies and can occur in a variety of ways. The good news is most are easily treatable.
A hernia occurs when abdominal organs or fatty tissue protrude through a weak spot in the muscle or the connective tissue.
Different Puppy Hernias
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Umbilical: the belly button should close shortly after birth but can in some cases remain open
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Inguinal: the inguinal canal is in the area of the groin
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Diaphragmatic: the diaphragm can have two types of hernia, the Hiatal and the Peritoneopericardial