Veterinary Reproductive Services for Dogs

Canine Reproduction Photo

Dr. Scott Pretzer is board certified in canine reproduction and is actively involved in the Society for Theriogenology, an organization of veterinarians dedicated to canine reproductive services. He has also served on their board of directors.

Nebraska Animal Medical Center is pleased that Dr. Pretzer can offer these canine reproductive services to you:

Artificial Insemination

  • Insemination—We use all types of semen: fresh, chilled, and frozen.
  • Transcervical insemination—This method of insemination utilizes an endoscope to inseminate through the cervix and into the uterus, and no sedation is required.
  • Surgical insemination—This method of insemination utilizes general anesthesia and a midline incision to inseminate directly into the uterus.
  • Vaginal insemination—This is the simplest method of insemination, but it is generally not recommended for frozen semen.

Insemination Timing

  • Progesterone testing (blood test) is done to determine the optimal time to inseminate, regardless of insemination method.

Infertility Work-up

  • We test for both male and female infertility.

Pregnancy Diagnosis

  • An ultrasound can be performed at 24–28 days to confirm pregnancy.
  • Radiographs are done at 48+ days to count fetuses.

Cesarean Section

  • We use appropriate anesthetics, management, and surgical technique.

If you have questions about any of these services, or wish to make an appointment, please call today.

“Dogs have owners, cats have staff.”
— Anonymous