[ SHOWGSD-L ] Re: Puppy Umbilical Hernia
- From: Rbuffdogs@xxxxxxx
- To: Bokenkampgsd1@xxxxxxx, DaniaKarloff@xxxxxxx, showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2005 14:42:30 EST
In a message dated 11/15/2005 11:38:37 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
Bokenkampgsd1@xxxxxxx writes:
They want to schedule him for surgery. I believe he is too young
to be
traumatized by surgery that may not be necessary. The owner is worried
and
wants to do the right thing. Any thoughts out there? I'd like to hear
your >>>
I think the rule of thumb is if it is smaller in diameter than a quarter,
then leave it alone. If it is leaking urine , however, surgery is necessary.
I have seen many puppies with umbilical hernias, never once saw one that
needed surgery...ever.
Kathy
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