Hi, my puppy is 4days old and has a little piece of skin sticking out, like an "outie" but it doesn't look or feel squishy like a hernia. What could it be? Is it a hernia?

Updated On October 20th, 2023

Pet's info: Dog | Cockapoo | Male | unneutered | 4 days old | 285 lbs

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

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It looks like it may be part of the umbilical cord that hasn't dried up or healed completely yet, which can be normal at this age. I would keep the area clean and dry and continue to monitor it. If the area seems to be bulging, worsens, or the puppy isn't thriving or nursing properly, I would seek out veterinary care to rule out more serious issues.

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