Breeding Consultation: Required prior to any breeding services for new patients. This ensures all patients are fit for breeding, and allows discussion regarding any relevant health screening tests. $99

 

Hip and Elbow Scoring: We offer both PennHIP and ANKC scoring. All prices include anaesthetic fee and specialist report. PennHip $1000 ANKC Hips OR Elbows only $800 ANKC Hips AND Elbows combined $900

 

Ovulation Timing: We offer in-house progesterone testing which provides accurate results within 15 minutes. This can also be used to time elective c-sections. We may also perform vaginal cytology to assist in timing the oestrus cycle. Please call ahead to make an appointment. Progesterone testing $80 Vaginal cytology $30 We may also wish to add in LH (luteinising hormone) testing to narrow down fertile window further. The cost for this is $94.07, and will be discussed on a case by case basis.

 

Pre-mating Swabs: We may wish to perform a pre-mating swab to work up any infertility, or for peace of mind to know she is in optimal health for breeding. Pre-mating swab $162.80

 

Artificial Insemination: We offer standing insemination and transcervical insemination. Standing insemination involves collecting from the dog before depositing the fresh semen into the vagina of the bitch with a special pipette. Transcervical insemination is a procedure whereby semen is deposited directly into the uterus under endoscopic (video) guidance. This is a fast, non-invasive procedure that requires no anaesthetic. It can be used with fresh, chilled, and frozen-thawed semen, and offers excellent conception rates. Standing AI $120 (+ collection $150) TCI $600 (fresh or frozen) includes collection.

 

Semen Collection: Collection - including basic in house analysis of motility and concentration $150 Canine collection and semen freezing fee $850 + $50 enrolment fee

 

Frozen Semen Storage: We store frozen semen in specialised liquid nitrogen tanks for use when required. $61 Administration fee + $21 Batch/month ongoing

 

Caesareans: Caesareans are available 24/7 on both an elective and emergency basis. We have an experienced team trained in safe anaesthesia protocols and puppy revival. Please call ahead. Between $3,000 - $3,500 (depending on complexity) Feline Caesarean: $2415 Additional fees apply after hours

 

Pregnancy Diagnosis: Ultrasound can be used from day 28 of gestation for pregnancy diagnosis. Radiographs can be taken after day 53 to provide a more accurate estimation of litter size. Reproductive Ultrasound $99 Reproductive X-Ray $119