Happy Monday From the Conscious Vet! Puppies can sometimes be born with umbilical hernias, a condition where the two sides of the abdominal wall fail to fully close at the site of the umbilical cord. This can form a hole in the wall and require surgical repair. If not repaired, the abdominal contents, like the intestines, can come through the hole and get stuck and cause serious issues. #hernia #puppy #vetmed #dog | Dr. Melissa Magnuson, The Conscious Vet