Canine Reproduction Services in Covington, GA

Timing is everything when it comes to successful breeding. Progesterone testing is a crucial tool in determining the most fertile days of a female dog's heat cycle. By measuring progesterone levels in the blood, we can:

• Predict the ideal time for natural breeding or artificial insemination
• Improve conception rates and litter sizes
• Schedule C-sections with greater accuracy to ensure the safety of both mother and puppies

For best results, we recommend starting progesterone testing early in the heat cycle and continuing as needed to track hormonal changes.

When natural breeding isn't possible or preferred, artificial insemination provides a reliable alternative. We offer multiple AI methods to maximize success:

• Vaginal Insemination: This noninvasive option is suitable for fresh or chilled semen.
• Transcervical Insemination (TCI): A specialized technique using an endoscope to place semen directly into the uterus, TCI improves conception rates
• Surgical Artificial Insemination: Recommended for frozen semen or challenging breeding cases, this procedure ensures precise semen placement within the uterus through a minor surgical procedure

Our team will help determine the best AI method based on your dog's needs and reproductive history.

Confirming pregnancy early allows breeders to plan for whelping and provide proper prenatal care.

• Ultrasound (Early Pregnancy Detection): Performed as early as 25–30 days post-breeding, ultrasound detects fetal heartbeats, assesses viability, and estimates litter size.
• X-Rays (Litter Size Confirmation): After 50 days of pregnancy, X-rays provide an accurate count of puppies, helping prepare for delivery and reducing the risk of complications during whelping.

Both diagnostic tools ensure a smooth pregnancy and give breeders confidence in their preparations.

For breeds prone to difficult deliveries (such as English bulldogs, French bulldogs, and other brachycephalic breeds) or in cases of dystocia (difficult labor), a C-section may be the safest option for mother and puppies.

• Scheduled C-Sections: Using progesterone testing, AI, and X-rays, we can precisely time C-sections to ensure puppies are fully developed and ready for birth.
• Emergency C-Sections: If labor stalls, the dam experiences distress, or there are signs of fetal distress, our team is prepared to intervene promptly.

A well-planned C-section can prevent life-threatening complications and give newborn puppies the best start in life.