I think Cassie is dying

[bjh]

You should find out what kind of hernia it is. The most common are either umbilical or inguinal (in the groan area). If it is a small hernia then I would not be to concerned. Most vets will say just watch it and once the pup is old enough to be neutered then it can be repaired then. Sometimes the umbilical hernia will just turn out to be trapped fatty tissue and not a true hernia.

I do feel the breeder should sell the pup at a reduced price because of the hernia. In my 16 years of breeding I have had 5 pups that had hernias. Two were inguinal and three were umbilical. The three umbilical hernias turned out to be just trapped fatty tissue and not a true hernia. One boy with the inguinal hernia had his hernia close on its own and one tiny girl with a inguinal hernia I gave to my daughter and it was mostly closed on it's own but the vet went ahead and repaired it when the pup was spayed at 8 months.

[broodizt]

Originally Posted by bjh

You should find out what kind of hernia it is. The most common are either umbilical or inguinal (in the groan area). If it is a small hernia then I would not be to concerned. Most vets will say just watch it and once the pup is old enough to be neutered then it can be repaired then. Sometimes the umbilical hernia will just turn out to be trapped fatty tissue and not a true hernia.

I do feel the breeder should sell the pup at a reduced price because of the hernia. In my 16 years of breeding I have had 5 pups that had hernias. Two were inguinal and three were umbilical. The three umbilical hernias turned out to be just trapped fatty tissue and not a true hernia. One boy with the inguinal hernia had his hernia close on its own and one tiny girl with a inguinal hernia I gave to my daughter and it was mostly closed on it's own but the vet went ahead and repaired it when the pup was spayed at 8 months.

Thank you so much for this. It is amazingly helpful. WOW-so glad to have this information!!!

[Marhcarter]

Originally Posted by horsnaround

He is adorable. I would defiantly find out if this hernia would have to be fixed. And if so have her take care of it before you bring him home You don't need more expensive after all you have been through. He is adorable and I pray you get him. I like nugget

Yes to all of this, including the name. Bjh gave very good info, also. Good luck! What a doll!

[MauiGirl]

Shellie, he is absolutely adorable, and I can see why you fell in love already.

There are others more qualified to answer than me about a hernia, I only know that my daughter's dog (King Charles Cavalier) had one and was fixed at 8 weeks by the breeder, but that is a little larger dog.

I love the name Nugget, and FYI I really don't like the name Socrates for personal reasons. He looks like a little Nugget.

I am SOOOO happy you are open to sharing your love with another little fur kid, and you are in no way being disrespectful to Muffy. She would have wanted you and Cassie to have another little love-bug around.

More than anything, I hope you end up with a healthy pup, as you have gone through too much already with your 2.

[wemple2]

Decisions...decisions. What to do? I agree, find out what kind of hernia this is, ask for her vet to put in writing, their opinion. Take this to your vet and ask their opinion as well. If you decide to proceed and get this baby...go immediately to your vet to get checked out. As hard as it will be, if your vet discourages you...return the pup and keep looking for your perfectly healthy baby. Do you know if the breeder has done any testing on the parents, genetically? He is a real heart stealer...simply adorable. But I'd hate for you to get too attached to him and then not keep him. Best of luck to you. Oh, I forgot to add...I love the name Nugget.

[broodizt]

Hello Angels,

Great News! Breeder took him to the Vet-and guess what, NO HERNIA!! The Vet said that he couldn't feel a thing and he passed his exam with flying colors. I'm soooooo relieved. We tentatively arranged for pick up next Tuesday, but she says she might want to keep him a bit longer if she has any concerns about his eating. She will let me know on Monday. She said if I do take him and there is a problem with him eating, she would always take him back and keep him longer until he gets it together. So we'll see. Still exploring names. This is such a dilemma LOL Now I'm thinking maybe Oliver, or Thor :-). This is fun, I have to say.

[MauiGirl]

I am SOOOO happy for you. This definitely deserves a new thread.

It won't be long until you are covered in puppy kisses. I'm sure the right name will come to you once you have him around a while.

One name I love for boys is Milo.

[broodizt]

hmmmm that IS CUTE....might have to consider this too!!! LOL!!!!!

Originally Posted by MauiGirl

I am SOOOO happy for you. This definitely deserves a new thread.

It won't be long until you are covered in puppy kisses. I'm sure the right name will come to you once you have him around a while.

One name I love for boys is Milo.

[wemple2]

This is great news!!! How old is your little guy? I have many favorite names, but honestly, I believe the name will come to you once you have him home...and it'll just "fit".

[MauiGirl]

Originally Posted by broodizt

hmmmm that IS CUTE....might have to consider this too!!! LOL!!!!!

And my other 2 favorite boy names, which I have used previously but not with Yorkies: Niko and Tito

He sure is a little cutie. Hope Cassie will welcome him.

[broodizt]

I know--LOL--but it is such a relief to play around for a bit, and such fun. It's been soooo long since I've had fun....

Originally Posted by wemple2

This is great news!!! How old is your little guy? I have many favorite names, but honestly, I believe the name will come to you once you have him home...and it'll just "fit".

[broodizt]

They are really cute names also, but I think I like Milo. Very cute name. Also like Oliver. Such a tough decision!!!!!
Milo is really cute

Originally Posted by MauiGirl

And my other 2 favorite boy names, which I have used previously but not with Yorkies: Niko and Tito

He sure is a little cutie. Hope Cassie will welcome him.

[broodizt]

I believe he's between 3 and four months. She says I can have him as early as next week, because she knows I know how to take care of the little ones, and if there is a problem she says I can always bring him back and she will keep him longer till he's got his stuff together. Or I can leave him a couple of weeks longer. She actually charges a boarding fee past a certain point. I never heard of this before. That's a first for me. I might go for taking him home next week to see how he does unless she thinks he's really not ready, and if I am at all worried or concerned, I'll bring him back. If she feels strongly he's not ready I would never take him. She's mainly worried abut him missing his litter mates, but Cassie will be there, so there's that! I'm taking it day by day.

Originally Posted by wemple2

This is great news!!! How old is your little guy? I have many favorite names, but honestly, I believe the name will come to you once you have him home...and it'll just "fit".

[horsnaround]

Awesome news.

[patchesmom10]

He is a Cutie I like socartes