Additional Breeder Services
Unsure when to mate your dog?
Want to improve the size of your litters?
Looking for more successful matings?
Wishing to reduce financial waste?
Ovulation cytology swabbing and Progesterone blood testing are the most effective methods to identify the most optimal time to breed.
Want to improve the size of your litters?
Looking for more successful matings?
Wishing to reduce financial waste?
Ovulation cytology swabbing and Progesterone blood testing are the most effective methods to identify the most optimal time to breed.
Progesterone Blood Testing
Progesterone is the main hormone secreted by the female reproductive system and is connected with the female menstrual cycle, pregnancy and embryo formation and development. This means it's an ideal indicator for detecting ovulation through blood testing.
Progesterone is the main hormone secreted by the female reproductive system and is connected with the female menstrual cycle, pregnancy and embryo formation and development. This means it's an ideal indicator for detecting ovulation through blood testing.
Using laboratory equipment a venous blood sample from an animal in season collected by your vet can then be forwarded to me to measure it's progesterone concentrations. This quantitative result can then be used to indicate if your pet has ovulated and also predict when she may ovulate.
I recommend you start testing day 6 of season (working breeds no later then day 9). You'll be required to retest every 4 days until ovulation is confirmed.
I recommend you start testing day 6 of season (working breeds no later then day 9). You'll be required to retest every 4 days until ovulation is confirmed.
Ovulation Cytology Swabbing
Using a series of vaginal swabs over a period of days, starting from day 6 of season retesting very 3 days until ovulation is confirmed.
I can supply the swabs and when returned to me I will process and analyse the cells. The cells change when Estrogen levels increase which coincides with ovulation. This technique is pretty simple and quick, can be carried out at home and sent to me or at my premises.
Using a series of vaginal swabs over a period of days, starting from day 6 of season retesting very 3 days until ovulation is confirmed.
I can supply the swabs and when returned to me I will process and analyse the cells. The cells change when Estrogen levels increase which coincides with ovulation. This technique is pretty simple and quick, can be carried out at home and sent to me or at my premises.
Mating inexperienced dogs?
Dominate female that won't be mounted?
Injured stud dog that can't mount?
Dominate female that won't be mounted?
Injured stud dog that can't mount?
A successful mating is pivotal to ensure the female has the best opportunity to becoming pregnant. This is not always an easy as it seems, as we all know never work with kids and animals!
I can name a hundred dilemma's that can arise when a much needed mating has been planned but doesn't seem to be happening!
I can name a hundred dilemma's that can arise when a much needed mating has been planned but doesn't seem to be happening!
Conducting optimal matings
I can help you by providing a safe, hygienic artificial insemination by collection from the male, evaluation the sample (where possible) and inseminating the bitch.
I will provide all relevant sterilised equipment, experience of collecting from a range of males differing in breed, experience and temperament and efficiently inseminating the female in a non stressful and comfortable position.
The use of non-surgical A.I (Artificial Insemination) is now approved by the Kennel Club.
I can help you by providing a safe, hygienic artificial insemination by collection from the male, evaluation the sample (where possible) and inseminating the bitch.
I will provide all relevant sterilised equipment, experience of collecting from a range of males differing in breed, experience and temperament and efficiently inseminating the female in a non stressful and comfortable position.
The use of non-surgical A.I (Artificial Insemination) is now approved by the Kennel Club.
Typical Prices
- At my premises ( 7 days as week) start from £60 per A.I
- Mobile services (weekday only) ranging from £80 to £120.00 per A.I
Looking for the convenience of having your litter chipped at home?
Searching for chips with free 'new owner' transfer?
Wanting the option of standard or mini chips?
Don't want to be fined?
Since April 2016 it's the responsibility of the breeder (you) to microchip all puppies before they leave for their new homes. You may be fined up to £500 for selling a puppy that is is not micorchipped.
I am fully trained and have been micro-chipping since 2004. I can chip in the comfort of your own home, being much more convenient for the logistic of large litters or not wanting to distress your elderly or young pets.
I offer both standard and mini chips. Standard size are typically suitable for the majority of breeds from 6 weeks old, however mini chips are ideal for toy/teacup breeds.
All my chips include a free transfer to the new owners, so no additional cost is incurred. Breeders are provided with an online account so you have the flexibility to transfer as and when you need (I don't need any owner details at the point of chipping) along with breeder summary sheet and individual cards for new owner puppy packs.
I offer both standard and mini chips. Standard size are typically suitable for the majority of breeds from 6 weeks old, however mini chips are ideal for toy/teacup breeds.
All my chips include a free transfer to the new owners, so no additional cost is incurred. Breeders are provided with an online account so you have the flexibility to transfer as and when you need (I don't need any owner details at the point of chipping) along with breeder summary sheet and individual cards for new owner puppy packs.
Please note:
- Puppies can be chipped from 6 weeks old
- Please book at least 2 weeks in advance (when puppies are 4 wks old)
Not sure what equipment you need?
Want the latest rearing equipment but don't want the additional expense?
Have limited room to store equipment that isn't frequently used?
Want the latest rearing equipment but don't want the additional expense?
Have limited room to store equipment that isn't frequently used?
Whelping units and pens available for weekly rental/hire.
Hire price includes delivery and collection from your premises.
- Premium Plazteck whelping unit
- Brinsea Incubator
- Croft double Whelping & Puppy Pen
- Oxygen concentrater (for poorly pups)
Hire price includes delivery and collection from your premises.
Please note:
- Existing customers will have priority
- Minimum of 3 weeks.
- No deposit is requirement as payments is taken in advance along with completion of hire contract
- Pre-booking is required to ensure availability