Canine semen can be collected and preserved with state of the art extender products to provide necessary nutrients and cryoprotectants to the sperm cells during the process of chilling, freezing in liquid nitrogen vapors and then in liquid nitrogen itself.

The younger the dog the better the semen quality! Any time after 10 months of age we can collect semen and freeze the sample.

Any dog collected for frozen or fresh-extended semen use after October 1, 1998, must be AKC DNA Profiled (Click here for more information). Litters produced by frozen semen count towards qualifying a dog as a Frequently Used Sire. However, if the semen was collected before October 1, 1998, a DNA Profile is not required.

Unlike fresh semen, which can live in the reproductive tract of a bitch for 5-7 days, frozen semen will only live 12-20 hours once thawed. It must preserve all it's energy to penetrate and fertilize the eggs, so the best conception rates (90% in our practice) are achieved with surgical insemination, where the semen is injected directly into the uterine horn. Since vaginal insemination has statistically low conception rates (under 20%), we do not suggest using your valuable semen in this fashion.

Answer: The transfer of Frozen Semen must be done at the facility that the semen is stored. We do require that all sire owners sign consenting to the transfer. The facility will notify AKC once the transfer has been completed on their records.

Although some stallions have similar results with frozen and fresh semen, AI with frozen semen, from most stallions, results in slightly lower fertility per cycle than similar inseminations with unfrozen semen. When stallions are selected for AI programs based on post-thaw semen quality, and mare management is controlled, per cycle pregnancy rates of 40 - 50% can be expected on average. This compares to 50 - 60% for cooled semen and 60 - 70% for immediately inseminated fresh semen.

Not all stallions can be frozen successfully. Based on studies conducted in Europe and experience of Select Breeders Service approximately 30% of all stallions produce sperm which are unable to withstand the stresses of freezing and thawing using current technology.

Although some stallions have similar results with frozen and fresh semen, AI with frozen semen, from most stallions, results in slightly lower fertility per cycle than similar inseminations with unfrozen semen. When stallions are selected for AI programs based on post-thaw semen quality, and mare management is controlled, per cycle pregnancy rates of 40 - 50% can be expected on average. This compares to 50 - 60% for cooled semen and 60 - 70% for immediately inseminated fresh semen.

The average stallion provides sufficient sperm on an every other day collection schedule to produce 12-15 doses of frozen semen. Depending on sperm production of the individual this number may vary from 2-40 doses per collection. Typically 2-3 doses are used per estrous cycle, therefore each collection provides enough frozen semen to inseminate through 5-6 cycles.

If stored properly frozen semen can maintain viability for many years. Frozen semen is stored immersed in liquid nitrogen at -197?C (-320?F). At this temperature, metabolism is virtually halted. No one knows the ultimate lifespan of properly stored frozen equine semen. However, Select Breeders Service, Inc. has achieved pregnancies with semen frozen for more than 8 years.

This is a common belief of many veterinarians and breeders. The fact is that no one really knows what the life span of frozen vs fresh semen is. The types of damage that can occur to sperm membranes during the freezing and thawing process theoretically could reduce the time of survival in the mare's reproductive tract.

The collection of semen for the artificial breeding must be reported to the AKC with DNA certification. If the semen was collected after October 1, 1998, the sire must be AKC DNA Certified. The collector/storer must be on record with the AKC as familiar with and complying with the AKC regulations for record keeping and identification of dogs.

No. Select Breeders Service Europe will ship enough frozen semen to manage the mare through one complete heat period. The shipping tanks are specially designed cryogenic vessels that maintain the frozen semen at -197?C for at least two weeks. This allows SBSE to ship the semen to your vet well in advance of the anticipated insemination date avoiding the last minute "mad rush" to schedule semen shipments that are associated with cooled transported semen breeding.

Frozen blood can be used, but must be shipped frozen to OptiGen. Frozen semen can be used for most tests. Please read the details for use and shipping at the link "Instructions and Information".

Answer: The sire owner on record does not have to be the same as the frozen semen owner as long as the records provided from the facility match the signatures on the Frozen Semen Litter Application.

Semen analysis generally refers to a sperm count and motility check only, this is used for diagnosis of fertility. Semen Cytology is a brand new term which describes fertility diagnosis and advanced testing of the other components in semen, similar to a PAP smeer in women.

There are lists of BEVA approved vets on the BEVA website and the BEF has a list of studs which are inspected and approved to high quality standards. It is important to be confident that whoever you use has the necessary experience and equipment to ensure your money is well spent. Ask them for their statistical success rates and their length of experience/professional qualifications.

Although sperm can live for up to six days inside the female body, tends to not live very long outside of the human body, unless under clinical situatuons.

Even under the best conditions, transporting horses long distances can be stressful and costly. Mares with foals are of special concern, since foals are particularly vulnerable to disease and injury when exposed to new horses and environments. Older or injured mares, or those requiring special care, may also benefit from staying closer to home during breeding season.

Semen is a mixture of cells and fluids from each organ in the male reproductive tract: the testis, epididymis, seminal vesicles, prostate and urethra. Therefore, in addition to sperm from the testis, semen contains other components which may be important indicators of your health. Some infections may have no symptoms, although they may have lasting health and fertility implications.

Historically, semen specimens have been tested only for fertility. Fertility tests usually include measuring how many sperm are moving, which means the semen specimen must be examined by a skilled laboratory technician within a short time of ejaculation. This poses obvious problems for everyone.

Freezing BroccoSprouts will not hurt the antioxidant potential of the sprouts at all. Unfortunately, when the sprouts are thawed they become quite mushy and soft. If you plan to use the sprouts in a soup or other dish where this will not be a factor, then freezing will be fine. If you desire a fresh, crunchy sprout, they are best kept in the refrigerator. As long as the sprouts are kept refrigerated they should stay fresh for several weeks.

No, you can’t. Swallowing semen is the same as eating something that ends up in your digestive system—it can’t make you pregnant because your mouth doesn’t connect with your reproductive system. Remember though, that you can get a sexually transmitted disease through oral sex if your partner is infected, so you should use a condom or dental dam during oral sex.

Freezing semen on a young performance dog prior to neutering him leaves options open for future offspring.

Thirdly, you need to also evaluate your mare and her abilities to create the offspring you are looking for. Have you researched her pedigree? What are her strengths? What are her weaknesses? What do you hope she passes on? What do you hope she DOESN'T pass on? Perhaps a good second opinion of a more experienced breeder may help you with this.

If your partner is a patient of our clinic, simply phone the Andrology Lab at 206-515-0002. If you have been referred to our laboratory by your own physician, we need a written order from your physician before you can make an appointment in the lab.

Firstly, speak to your local doctor about being referred to a local pathology laboratory for a semen test to be done. This laboratory will preferably perform semen tests according to World Health Organisation (WHO) methods. However, a semen analysis will only check the quality and quantity of sperm in your ejaculate and is not a good indicator of your fertility (ability to get a partner pregnant).

All seen shipped out of Prairie State is shipped by means of UPS. It is always shipped Next Day Air unless otherwise requested. Prairie State will not replace any semen that is late or damaged due to being shipped "UPS Ground."

The semen bottles should be stored flat on their sides. The "target temperature" that will maximize semen longevity is approximately 64 degrees. Never refrigerate bottles or put solid icepack into your coolers!!! We recommend that you gently rotate your semen bottles 2-3 times a day. This allows the sperm to find fresh extender.