[ SHOWGSD-L ] Re: Umbilical Hernias & Obsessive Moms
- From: Doris E <irrenhaus4@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: cnnpmm2@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Wed, 21 Nov 2007 06:26:02 -0800
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>Thanks for the nifty tip, Doris!
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>If a "hernia" is due to delayed closure and only a bit of the omentum has
>slipped out, the coin method should work just fine, but it has been done
>early. Before the umbilicus closes permanently and the "bubble" of omentum is
>trapped.
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>Yep, not a good idea to tell your vet about the coin method unless he/she
>knows the difference between a delayed closure hernia and a "true" hernia,
>which is a defect in the abdominal wall. True hernias are almost always
>inheritable, while delayed closures usually are not.
>*I should have mentioned that this should be done as soon after birth as
>possible. An older pup would make short work of the taped coin. Doris E*
>
>Paulette McGuirt, GSDCA Member
>Qui Me Amat, Amat et Canem Meam
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