How accurate is a progesterone test for dogs?

Vet technician explaining a handheld testing device to a woman with a golden retriever at the clinic desk

If you are trying to determine the best time to mate your dog, progesterone testing can be an extremely useful part of the process. But how accurate is a progesterone test for dogs, and can you rely on the result to tell you exactly when your dog should be mated? Why is progesterone testing important […]

How is semen from a dog collected for artificial insemination?

Black and white dog standing on an examination table held by a vet, with a nurse smiling beside them

Dog semen collection is a routine part of canine reproduction, particularly artificial insemination. However, it needs to be carried out correctly to protect the male dog and obtain a suitable semen sample. So how is this collected? And what do you need to know? How is semen collected from a dog? Semen is normally collected […]