Hernias | Mwimbaji Basenjis

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Mwimbaji Basenji

"Barkless Dog of the Congo"

Basenjis & the Umbilical Hernia

Umbilical Hernias (ie, "outy" belly buttons) are a bit of a trademark of the Basenji breed. Most Basenji's have them, and rarely do they ever cause a problem.

Below I've included an excerpt discussing the history of the Basenji breed in relation to this trait:

Pictures of Hernia Examples

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