Semen Freezing

Boasting the latest technology in canine breeding, with over 30 years of knowledge and expertise in assisted reproduction, we provide the UK with industry leading semen collection and freezing services across a wide range of breeds and disciplines.

Our semen freezing service has the potential to revolutionise your dog's breeding programme, while enabling the indefinate preservation of his breeding potential.

What is Semen Freezing?

Also known as cryopreservation, semen freezing involves the freezing of semen to a temperature of -196°C. At this temperature, the sperm cells are frozen in a static but viable state and will not degrade or perish over time providing correct storage and handling is undertaken. Once thawed, the semen is restored to its pre-frozen form, capable of fertilisation and for some dogs, the results can be comparable to that of chilled semen, when frozen, thawed and inseminated correctly.

Is It For You?

Preservation of your dog’s breeding potential

By far one of the key advantages of frozen semen is its ability to be stored indefinitely, ensuring the preservation of your dog’s breeding potential, even after his passing. Whether safeguarding against his unexpected loss or planning for the future, the option to bank and preserve semen indefinitely offers significant value to all dog owners.

Less stress for you and your dog

For in-demand showing, competition, and working dogs, semen can be collected and frozen during quieter periods, ensuring that the competition season remains uninterrupted by breeding duties. Furthermore, semen freezing offers a flexible alternative to the demands of natural and chilled semen breeding. This approach allows for tailored collection frequencies based on the dog’s physical needs and semen quality. The preserved semen can then be used to support breeding objectives, either as a complete alternative or in conjunction with natural or chilled semen collections.

More efficient use of your dog’s semen

When breeding through natural methods or chilled artificial insemination (AI), a dog's ejaculate is typically dedicated to a single bitch, or, in the case of chilled semen, divided between multiple bitches based on demand, with any unused semen discarded after 24 hours. In contrast, frozen semen allows for a more efficient use of your stud dog, as some ejaculates can be divided into multiple breeding doses, which can then be frozen and stored indefinitely. This approach minimizes semen wastage and ensures optimal utilization of the stud's genetic material.

Logistics and a worldwide market

Frozen semen offers a distinct advantage in that it can be shipped in advance of the bitch's season. Many veterinary practices now provide frozen semen storage services, allowing bitch owners to order semen weeks, or even months, ahead of time. This eliminates the stress of coordinating the stud/semen arrival with the timing of the bitch’s oestrus cycle. Additionally, the indefinite shelf life of frozen semen, when properly stored at -196°C, enables its shipment worldwide, subject to regulations and transport permissions. This opens up exciting opportunities in the global market, expanding the potential reach of your dog’s breeding capabilities.

The Service

Our semen collection and freezing service includes;

  • Semen collection by our experienced team members

  • Processing & freezing into 0.5ml straws in our state of the art laboratory

  • Full post thaw analysis & quality control written report emailed to you within 5 working days

  • Once the semen is frozen it is transferred into our permanent storage facility, see ‘Frozen Semen Storage & Distribution’ for more details on storage.

The Service

How Many Doses Will My Dog Produce From One Collection?

The number of doses that each dog produces is highly variable. The number of straws is dependant on the quality and volume of the raw sample provided by your dog and how well the sample tolerates the freezing process. It may be possible to carry out a supplementary collection on the same day to increase the sample size, allowing for greater straw numbers.

 

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We run regular semen freezing clinics where you can save over £45 on your dog's frozen semen collections. To find out more, including when our next day is click the button below.

Please note a £72 booking fee is applicable at the time of booking for this deal per dog.

 

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Conservation Semen Freezing Package

We strive to help our Vulnerable breeds and those on the at watch list to preserve semen and genetic material to save the legacy of the breeds. 

What's included: 

Semen freezing collection and Supplementary collection subsidised by EKF (£150 sub)

50% Stud Dog Directory Listings

FREE 150g 5* Fertility Stud Dog Supplement

 

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