Dog Hernia

[Salzer mtn]

I have a dog that i have noticed lately where his belly button is there is a clear looking ballon shaped sack full of clear fluid about the size of a marble. If i was to stick a pin in this and burst it would it be alright ?

[beagler29431]

No, this is not an abscess, it is a hernia. It is filled with skin tissue and possibly intestines. You should not try to burst it. You can either leave it alone (if it is not bothering the dog), or have a vet correct it surgically.

[Salzer mtn]

It looks more like a water blister like you get when you've been out in the sun too long.

[goodpickens]

Sounds like a belly button hernia. It is genetic according to my vet.

[gun runner]

You will see that some times the bitch will chew off to much of the cord,I never heard of them hurting a dog but it is preety cheap to get removied.I have a pup right now thats has one.

[allniter]

don't stick it with a pin or anything it could be an intestine