Scrotal Hernia: (Affects only male Cavalier King Charles Spaniels) The tube that descends into the scrotum is too large, which allows intestines to descend into the scrotal canal.
A scrotal hernia does not lower the value of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy since it is so common in the breed and a very minor health issue easily correctable.
Scrotal Hernias:
Scrotal hernias are much more common in horses and humans.
Inguinal, Umbilical, and
Scrotal Hernias: Inguinal Hernia: The condition is the result of abdominal organs, fat or tissue protruding through the inguinal ring.
Scrotal hernias are much more common in horses and humans.
Not exact matches
Most of these
scrotal masses, though, result from much more common problems like
hernia, hydrocele, testicular torsion or inflammation of the epididymis.
The other types of
hernias (Inguinal,
scrotal or perineal) may not be surgical corrected and still show in AKC conformation.
In fact, the AKC's disqualification applying to all breeds regarding
hernia surgery mentions only corrections of inguinal (in or near the groin),
scrotal or perineal (near the anus)
hernias, not umbilical
hernias.
In conjunction with spay and neuter surgery, perform additional minor surgeries including, but not limited to: growth removals,
hernia repairs, abscess drainage, dewclaw removal,
scrotal ablations, enucleations, and medically necessary amputations.
Procedures for the canine labs include laryngeal tie - back, TECA - LBO, forelimb amputation, perineal
hernia repair, salivary gland resection,
scrotal urethrostomy, chest drain placement, anal sacculectomy, gastropexy and rapid splenectomy.