Published in Scientific Works. Series C. Veterinary Medicine, Vol. LXX, Issue 2
Written by Cătălin MICŞA, Maria Roxana TURCU, Nicolae Tiberiu CONSTANTIN, Dorin ŢOGOE, Alexandru DIACONESCU
Artificial insemination (AI) is one of the most frequently implemented assisted reproductive technologies for animals. The dog-breeding industry is extremely dependent on artificial insemination (AI), which enables the successful transfer of genetic material over large distances and its indefinite storage for future use in breeding programs. When natural
reproduction is not possible due to male incapacity, receptivity, or physical impairment, AI may also be utilised. The manner in which AI is put into practice in canines differs and is dependent on the variety of sperm utilised. In particular, with preserved or fresh sperm, intrauterine insemination is performed through transcervical catheterization
using an endoscope. Endoscopic TCI for frozen sperm offers the advantage of obtaining comparable or superior results while avoiding the requirements and potential risks associated with general anaesthesia and surgery. Undoubtedly, the capacity to perform all inseminations with fresh or refrigerated semen increases the conception rates. This article will
centre on the endoscopic transcervical insemination (TCI) method of canine artificial insemination (AI).
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