I watched the same video by Pixie and felt the same, gave hope. We opted for surgery but unfortunately it failed. We now manage the condition by soaking his kibble in water for a few hours then adding doggy fibre just before feeding. We feed 3x a day instead of 2, and walk him at least an hour after the first meal and last meal to empty his bowels. We press on the hernia at start of walk and after every bowel movement. This seems to be working just incase it helps anyone else.
Have the same situation with my male dog, same scenario. As per intact male, "THEY" are not 100% sure thats the cause. I think its diet. Any, opted for Surgery March 2023 @$6,000 courtesy of Blue Pearl Animal Hospital in Maitland, FL. They only repaired one side, even though they diagnosed and recognized the other side was compromised. Post Op was an abysmal failure. i.e. Laculose was Not prescribed until 2 or 3 weeks after surgery when the problem still persisted. As per diet, Pixie's Plantation video describing feeding Sweet Potato's was game changing. I would also recommend Probiotic (1/2 Capsule) mixed with food. Good luck, Bob looks to be a great companion and family member. (Lastly, if you can get pet insurance through your work, sign up. Its cheap and could come in handy.)
That's how I felt at the beginning too. After several months though, my dog has returned to normal. Have faith, hopefully your dog will get through this too.
Thanks for this video, I am from UK and my 12 years old was diagnosed with it yesterday. I also have the same mixed feelings about how the vet just want the dog be operated without giving me any alternatives, it sounded like they were very pushy about the surgery.
My dog is doing much better. He's as healthy as he has ever been. The hernia persists, but is much smaller. I am hopeful it will heal. I hope your dog heals too!
@@thisoldrv im feeling a bit hopeless right now my dog is somehow worse after the visit to the vet. before the visit he would only cry while pooping, but outside of that he was normal/energetic playful. after the visit now we cant get him out from under the bed all day. shows no energy to do anything and i dont know if that is because of the inspection and medication they did on him. ive also noticed the area where the hernia is located swell up more. my question is if your dogs hernia seemed to shrink as time went on? been wanting to try this two finger method but have been nervous as he shows signs of pain. surgery or euthanization seem to be the only methods being presented to me, and sadly cant afford the surgery in my current position. sorry for the long paragraph just looking for a bit of hope.
@@fabriciobecerra1031 some dogs had been worse after vet inspection for perennial hernia i think u should do the surgery but u must find a very good surgeon . do not do it in a normal vet clinic
I have an idea i do not if it safe to work with this perennial hernia situation but u could try to ask the vet or surgeon if it safe to do it with the dog before going to try it .. if you try to make a special pant for the dog to wear while he want to do the poo so that pant will make some of pressure on the back area that the hernia is there so it might help the dog to poo . if you can not do pant may be you can do some thing like a bandage to give support to back area for the dog to help him to do a poo . i do not know if this idea is right or dangerous but first you should ask a surgeon to be sure it is safe .
Thank you for this video! My 12 year old dog got diagnosed with this today. Did your dog limp before? Mine is limping from his right back leg, that's where his hernia is. I wonder if he will be able to walk better once I start following your techniques. 🖤🤠 Texas
Thanks for the video, my pet pom also has the same problem, just want to confirm does a red skin like part comes out from his rectum when you assist him? It goes back post the pooping
My dog screams in pain as he try’s to poop but everything he’s going through is exactly as this video, we already took him to the vet but they’ve yet to confirm. Would your dog cry as well?
What are you feeding him? No dry food. Sweet potato (3 mim in microwave oven) mash with water to make it soupy. Add a table spoon or two of protein, i.e. chicken, salmon, etc. Sprinkle half a capsule of Probiotic on it and mix. This is the first step. Ask your vet to give you a prescription ( IF needed) for a bottle of Lactulose Solution USP (Its liquid). Depending on size (mine is 25 lbs.) give your dog 4 ML at 7:00AM and 2ML at 430PM. This will loosen him up and make it much easier for him to move stools.
@@Zoe-nr6vv he's doing great. Thanks for asking. He shows no signs of having any problem. I do still have to support his rear end when he poops though.
I watched the same video by Pixie and felt the same, gave hope. We opted for surgery but unfortunately it failed.
We now manage the condition by soaking his kibble in water for a few hours then adding doggy fibre just before feeding. We feed 3x a day instead of 2, and walk him at least an hour after the first meal and last meal to empty his bowels. We press on the hernia at start of walk and after every bowel movement. This seems to be working just incase it helps anyone else.
Have the same situation with my male dog, same scenario. As per intact male, "THEY" are not 100% sure thats the cause. I think its diet. Any, opted for Surgery March 2023 @$6,000 courtesy of Blue Pearl Animal Hospital in Maitland, FL. They only repaired one side, even though they diagnosed and recognized the other side was compromised. Post Op was an abysmal failure. i.e. Laculose was Not prescribed until 2 or 3 weeks after surgery when the problem still persisted. As per diet, Pixie's Plantation video describing feeding Sweet Potato's was game changing. I would also recommend Probiotic (1/2 Capsule) mixed with food. Good luck, Bob looks to be a great companion and family member. (Lastly, if you can get pet insurance through your work, sign up. Its cheap and could come in handy.)
Thanks a lot for this video and for the link to Pixie's Plantation - let's try it out! I hope Bob is still very well!
Bob is doing great! No surprises so far. Best of luck with your dog!
Thank you for the wonderful tip. I feel sad for my dog
That's how I felt at the beginning too. After several months though, my dog has returned to normal. Have faith, hopefully your dog will get through this too.
Thanks for this video, I am from UK and my 12 years old was diagnosed with it yesterday. I also have the same mixed feelings about how the vet just want the dog be operated without giving me any alternatives, it sounded like they were very pushy about the surgery.
My dog is doing much better. He's as healthy as he has ever been. The hernia persists, but is much smaller. I am hopeful it will heal. I hope your dog heals too!
@@thisoldrv im feeling a bit hopeless right now my dog is somehow worse after the visit to the vet. before the visit he would only cry while pooping, but outside of that he was normal/energetic playful. after the visit now we cant get him out from under the bed all day. shows no energy to do anything and i dont know if that is because of the inspection and medication they did on him. ive also noticed the area where the hernia is located swell up more. my question is if your dogs hernia seemed to shrink as time went on? been wanting to try this two finger method but have been nervous as he shows signs of pain. surgery or euthanization seem to be the only methods being presented to me, and sadly cant afford the surgery in my current position. sorry for the long paragraph just looking for a bit of hope.
@@fabriciobecerra1031 I hope you found a good solution - all the best for you and your little one!
@@fabriciobecerra1031 some dogs had been worse after vet inspection for perennial hernia i think u should do the surgery but u must find a very good surgeon . do not do it in a normal vet clinic
I have an idea i do not if it safe to work with this perennial hernia situation but u could try to ask the vet or surgeon if it safe to do it with the dog before going to try it .. if you try to make a special pant for the dog to wear while he want to do the poo so that pant will make some of pressure on the back area that the hernia is there so it might help the dog to poo . if you can not do pant may be you can do some thing like a bandage to give support to back area for the dog to help him to do a poo . i do not know if this idea is right or dangerous but first you should ask a surgeon to be sure it is safe .
I think this would work. I don't have the skills to make the pant though.
Thank you for this video! My 12 year old dog got diagnosed with this today. Did your dog limp before? Mine is limping from his right back leg, that's where his hernia is. I wonder if he will be able to walk better once I start following your techniques. 🖤🤠 Texas
No, my dog was not limping. I hope your dogs limp goes away though. Best of luck.
Thanks for the video, my pet pom also has the same problem, just want to confirm does a red skin like part comes out from his rectum when you assist him? It goes back post the pooping
Yes.
My dog screams in pain as he try’s to poop but everything he’s going through is exactly as this video, we already took him to the vet but they’ve yet to confirm. Would your dog cry as well?
No, my dog was not in pain as far as I can tell.
What are you feeding him? No dry food. Sweet potato (3 mim in microwave oven) mash with water to make it soupy. Add a table spoon or two of protein, i.e. chicken, salmon, etc. Sprinkle half a capsule of Probiotic on it and mix. This is the first step. Ask your vet to give you a prescription ( IF needed) for a bottle of Lactulose Solution USP (Its liquid). Depending on size (mine is 25 lbs.) give your dog 4 ML at 7:00AM and 2ML at 430PM. This will loosen him up and make it much easier for him to move stools.
how is your dog doing now?
@@Zoe-nr6vv he's doing great. Thanks for asking. He shows no signs of having any problem. I do still have to support his rear end when he poops though.