It depends on the type and extent of the hernia. There are small ones where fat gets trapped after the small slit in the muscle wall where the testes would come down if it were male. I had 2 females with this from my last litter. By 4 monthes old the fat had been absorbed. The more serious hernias can be repaired when the dog is altered. If the breeder refused to give you full registration because of a hernia issue you can assume that it was a serious one. I would respect the breeders wishes and not breed your dog. I would guess that she sold you the dog cheaper than she would have if she had included breeding rights.Just enjoy her as a pet and don't risk passing on the defect. Hernias can be deadly if bowel becomes strangulated in them.
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