02/09/2019
TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL SEMEN COLLECTION-----The Teaser Bitch
Artificial insemination has been done for many years, but the ability to freeze and transport semen has dramatically changed the ability to do planned breedings with incredible success. Vaginal, transcervical, and surgical inseminations are now the norm for many kennels, and it is now possible to successfully breed with semen from almost anywhere in the world reducing stress for the bitch and travel costs for the breeder.
When collecting semen, a teaser bitch can be extremely important and in some males she may need to be in full standing heat. We have had inexperienced males not release s***m rich fraction without a standing teaser. This may lead to an incorrect diagnosis of infertility or failure to produce a suitable sample for freezing.
In almost all cases, the teaser will significantly increase the ease of collection, volume and quality of the collection. Often, 30 to 50 percent more s***m cells will be released when a suitable teaser is used. Many dogs may have semen collected without a teaser bitch, but semen quality is generally better when an estrus teaser bitch is present and the stud’s libido is highest
If no teaser is available, we use swabs that were taken from bi***es previously on heat. We keep the swabs in the refrigerator/freezer and allow the male to sniff the swabs. If a bitch is used that is not in heat, the swabs may be rubbed near her a**l and v***ar area simulating a bitch in heat.
If at all possible, have an estrus teaser bitch available that is approximately the same size as the stud dog. A handler or technician should be available to support the bitch in a standing position and restrain her if necessary. If that is not possible, use an anestrous bitch, restrained in standing position. It may be useful to keep some swabs of estrus vaginal secretions frozen. Thaw these by dipping them in warm water, and then wipe them on the v***a of a teaser not in season.
Pupsicles often has access to bi***es in heat. Currently, we have an experienced mature bitch approaching her peak. Now is a great opportunity to collect and freeze semen for the upcoming breeding season.