Artificial Insemination

                    -----------------------

                      General Information



Artificial insemination may be advisable if the male dog and

bitch are incompatible for some reason, or when either or both

dogs are sexually inexperienced.  Performed under proper

conditions by a qualified veterinarian, the procedure is safe

and conception rates are good.



Artificial insemination involves 3 basic procedures:



1.  Detecting the time of ovulation by vaginal smears.



2.  Collection of semen from the male dog.



3.  Insemination of the bitch.



                        Recommendations



Both the male and female should have a thorough physical

examination before breeding.  This includes laboratory

examination of the feces for internal parasites and a blood test

for heartworms.  All vaccinations should be current.



Important:  If you plan to register the litter of an artificially

inseminated bitch with the American Kennel Club, you should

obtain AKC approval before the breeding.