Smith Veterinary Hospital

Fertility evaluations – Complete exams of breeding males and females, including history, physical exam, and reproductive tract assessment.

Progesterone testing and ovulation timing – Blood testing to accurately time breeding or insemination for the best chance of pregnancy.

Semen evaluation and collection – Assessing sperm count, motility, and morphology; collecting and handling semen for natural breeding or insemination.

Transcervical insemination (TCI) – A specialized, minimally invasive technique using an endoscope to deposit semen directly into the uterus.

Surgical insemination – A sterile surgical procedure under general anesthesia in which semen is placed directly into the uterus, often used with frozen or shipped semen or when other breeding methods are less likely to succeed.

Pregnancy monitoring – Ultrasound and/or X‑rays to confirm pregnancy, monitor fetal development, and plan for whelping.

Planned C-sections for high‑risk litters– Scheduled surgical deliveries when natural whelping may be unsafe for the mother or puppies.

Litter care – Neonatal care, wellness checks for puppies, and ongoing guidance to support healthy litters after birth.