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Like people, pets may develop defects in the abdominal muscles which may lead to the presence of out-pouchings known as hernias. one of the most common hernias seen in small animal veterinary practice is a weakness in the area known as the umbilicus located on the midline of the abdomen, leading to what is known as an umbilical hernia.
This will appear to the animal guardian and veterinarian as a puffy swelling over this area, which most commonly can be reduced up into the abdomen with gentle manual pressure. This hernia is quite common in young puppies, and usually is not a risk to the health of the animal. In very rare instances, the hernias may become strangulated, but this is extremely uncommon. In most cases, it is best to have the umbilical hernia repaired surgically at the time of neuter or spay over 6 months of age. The hernia is cured with this surgical correction.