Sentences with phrase «umbilical hernias»

Umbilical hernias are usually non-problematic unless intestinal content is trapped and blood flow is restricted.

Umbilical hernias have a low recurrence rate; but trauma, increase abdominal pressure (from constipation or trauma), failure of surgery among other issues may lead to the reappearance of the hernia.

Umbilical hernias are usually harmless and unless they pose a health threat, are monitored for growth or other changes and are usually corrected during a different surgery as an «add on»; normally the hernia would comprise of fat, but if the intestine pass through, the complication may lead to death if not resolved quickly.

The urination and defecation shouldn't be related to the hernia but due to other causes; most cases of umbilical hernias are uneventful and are usually corrected during spay or castration.

Reducible umbilical hernias are usually just fat passing through the umbilical opening; if the hernia would resolve itself it would have done so around six months of age.

Some dogs live their whole life with umbilical hernias without issues whilst others have problems in puppyhood; if you are waiting until twelve weeks you should restrict movement, no jumping on furniture, running outside (put on a lead) and use general common sense.

In irreducible umbilical hernias, x-rays and / or ultrasounds are required in order to determine if any abdominal organs are entrapped, and the severity of the entrapment.

Some umbilical hernias resolve themselves within six months of age but some persist; they are usually corrected during spaying.

Although not the sole cause, umbilical hernias are genetic conditions and are most commonly found in the Airedale Terrier, Pekinese and Basenji breeds.

Recurrence of umbilical hernias after surgical correction is rare, but they can still occur.

3 females from our 2 yr old Aussies first litter have minor umbilical hernias, what do you suggest as far as treatment, if any.

The prevalence of umbilical hernias in certain breeds and certain family lines indicates a genetic predisposition to the condition that can be passed on through generations.

Umbilical hernias do tend to be an inherited condition, and dogs with this problem should not be bred, so that they don't pass on the condition, as well as due to any problem they may have during the pregnancy.

Umbilical hernias can be a hereditary trait, so Little Man should not be used for breeding, and he should be neutered - I'm not sure if you were planning on having that done, but just in case you were not, you should.

Umbilical hernias are usually in puppies and can resolve themselves, in adult dogs the cause of umbilical hernias is usually trauma.

They also informed me both of his parents have umbilical hernias and always have.

My puppy is about 3 months old, and she has the Umbilical Hernias, we a trying the find a way to help get surgery but we don't have the money.

This is something you should visit your Veterinarian or an Emergency Veterinarian about immediately especially if there is a change in colour; some dogs live with umbilical hernias their whole life without any problems whilst others may have complications from activity, straining whilst defecating or other reasons.

Recurrence of umbilical hernias is rare, but not impossible.

Dogs with umbilical hernias usually have them corrected at six months when spayed.

Most umbilical hernias are nothing to worry about and many dogs live their whole lives with them without incident, the only problem is when they become complicated by the intestines passing through causing strangulation.

Umbilical hernias maybe classed as hereditary in some cases, but may occur due to trauma or other causes.

Congenital umbilical hernias are more common in Airedales, basenjis, Pekingese, Pointers, and Weimaraners.

The horses suffered from malnutrition and associated maladies, umbilical hernias, abrasions and wounds, nasal discharge and coughing, lameness, rain rot, teeth abscesses, hoof abscesses, and hoof thrush.

Umbilical hernias can be passed on genetically.

Most umbilical hernias ARE NOT SERIOUS (unlike inguinal hernias) medical emergencies.

There are two causes of Umbilical Hernias.

Small umbilical hernias are not serious and sometimes close by themselves as the young pet grows..

Dogs and cats with umbilical hernias have a soft, painless swelling or bulge over their belly button.

They may also have other congenital abnormalities e.g. umbilical hernias.

Large umbilical hernias can strangulate when a loop of intestine or portion of another body organ, gets pinched off within it.

Small umbilical hernias contain nothing but a fatty veil we all share called the omentum which normally covers the intestines.

Experienced Berner breeders have found that bitches with umbilical hernias - some quite large - are unaffected by repeated pregnancies, even with large litters.

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.

We have found it helpful to provide a written, referenced discussion of umbilical hernias in Bernese Mountain Dogs that can be presented to the puppy's veterinarian to assist in making knowledgeable recommendations to the owner.

Umbilical hernias — occur at the «navel» area and most often are traumatically induced by the bitch when she breaks the umbilical cord.

Umbilical hernias are most easily and safely repaired during the time of spay or neuter surgery.

Your guarantee does not cover the above - mentioned conditions or non-life threatening or temporary disorders such as hypoglycemia, uneven bites, undecided testicles, cherry eyes, inguinal or umbilical hernias or patellar dislocations.

Some issues with umbilical hernias have been reported with advice to have hips and eyes cleared from genetic abnormalities.

Breed health concerns may include cataracts, glaucoma, distichia, retinal dysplasia, hyaloid artery remnant disorder, hydrocephalus, open fontanelles, umbilical hernias, ear infections, mitral valve disease, congestive heart failure, patellar luxation, patent ductus arteriosus, vertebral disc disease and «hanging tongue.»

Smaller hernias can close up on their own, or can be left alone and never bother a pet over the course of its life; larger umbilical hernias are usually fixed during spay or neuter surgery.

Small umbilical hernias (a bubble - like protrusion of fat at the navel through an opening no larger than the tip of your little finger) are common in Shih Tzu and are often due to excess stress on the umbilical cord during delivery.

Umbilical hernias (gut protrudes through the navel) are inherited defects in breeds like Bull Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pekingese, Basenji, Collie, Weimaraner, Airedale Terrier, and Pointer.

Umbilical hernias can be caused by heredity, cutting the umbilical cord too short, or excessive stress on the umbilical cord during delivery or soon after from the dam.

Some breeds that seem predisposed to umbilical hernias include Beagles, Basenjis, Pekingese, and Airedale Terriers.

If the hernia remains very small and uncomplicated it may resolve itself in time but large, complicated umbilical hernias require veterinary treatment.

Other possible health problems include hip dysplasia, epilepsy, ear infections, skin conditions, herniated discs and umbilical hernias.

Dogs and cats with umbilical hernias have a soft, painless swelling or bulge over their umbilicus.

Congenital umbilical hernias are the most common of all.

I see more umbilical hernias in purebred dogs and cats than in crosses.