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Old 12-23-2010, 09:35 AM   #5
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Originally Posted by yorkieusa View Post
I looked it up. This is part of what it says about it. You'll want to read the whole article at the link I posted:

Depending on the size of the opening, abdominal structures such as falciform fat or omentum can float into the opening. This generally does not cause a problem. However, if the opening is large enough, an intestinal loop can become trapped which can become a life-threatening problem. For this reason, it is recommended that larger hernias be closed after diagnosis. This is most often done concurrently with the spay or castration surgery.

Umbilical Hernia in Dogs
So i guess the only way to know how bad hers is, is when the vet has her open for her spay! Omg how nerve racking!!!!! Should i spay her? She is so tiny!! 3.5 lbs! I was nervous when i haf pnut netured and thats a 10 min sx!!! What would you guys do?
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