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Janssen Jewels · 03-01-2011, 10:47 AM

I would like to hear from the forum their opinion: A female 19 week puppy that has developed a 1/4" inguinal hernia. Is this considered a "birth defect" or a natural event from a very playful puppy, or serious hereditary disease?

I have been a responsible breeder and provide a one year health clause for serious hereditary diseases - (leg perthes, liver shut) but after 20 puppies, I now have one being returned to be for a hernia. Is it reasonable to expect me to cover the surgery cost for this repair? She is having the surgery done in conjunction with her spay.

I am at a loss. I want to be fair - but the new owner is/was a friend and she does not know much about dogs and their heath. My vet has inspected and confirmed the diagnosis. But I am not certain that this falls under the contract of my responsibility.

Your thoughts please!

03-01-2011, 10:47 AM	#1
Janssen Jewels YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Auburn, WA Posts: 5	Inguinal Hernia - Your opinion please! I would like to hear from the forum their opinion: A female 19 week puppy that has developed a 1/4" inguinal hernia. Is this considered a "birth defect" or a natural event from a very playful puppy, or serious hereditary disease? I have been a responsible breeder and provide a one year health clause for serious hereditary diseases - (leg perthes, liver shut) but after 20 puppies, I now have one being returned to be for a hernia. Is it reasonable to expect me to cover the surgery cost for this repair? She is having the surgery done in conjunction with her spay. I am at a loss. I want to be fair - but the new owner is/was a friend and she does not know much about dogs and their heath. My vet has inspected and confirmed the diagnosis. But I am not certain that this falls under the contract of my responsibility. Your thoughts please!