Hi,

My new pug puppy is 6 weeks old and has a small umbilical hernia and I am wondering if this is something serious and to be worried about?

Help!

Thanks,

Jody

Hi Jody

I would say that a small umbilical hernia presents no serious risk to your puppies health. It needs monitoring as the puppy grows but I am sure your vet will do that when you get vaccinations. Even if surgical correction becomes necessary, fixing an umbilical hernia is a simple operation.

Cathy Wickenden BVet Med MRCVS
Barton Lodge Veterinary Centre
1 Midland Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 5BH
Tel: 01442 216048 24 hours
[www.bartonlodgevets.co.uk]