Dog Breeding Management Flashcards
1
Q
What is the lifespan of fresh vs frozen semen?
A
1 week fresh, 24 hours frozen
2
Q
What is your approach to an owner that is concerned about knowing when is the right time to breed their dog?
A
Bring dog in if they notice bleeding.
Perform basic oestrous monitoring (relfex, turgidity, vaginoscopy, cytology) and repeat every 2 days until D1.
3
Q
Describe artifical insemination process
A
Fresh semen - Inseminate 2-3 times every second day during most fertile.
Frozen semen - inseminate into uterus. Surgical (like a spay) or endoscope catheterisation
4
Q
What are the advantages of AI?
A
Psychological reasons for breeding Efficient male use Control infectious diseases Allow semen checked before use Convenient Semen from dead males Prefreeze
