Key Methods for Monitoring Ovulation and Pregnancy
Measuring progesterone levels
The most reliable way to determine ovulation is by monitoring progesterone levels in the blood. First, a baseline value is determined, and then the test is repeated every few days. A rise in progesterone signals that ovulation is near or occurring, allowing for precise planning of mating or artificial insemination.
This method is especially important for:
- Breeds that show mild or unclear heat symptoms
- Females that have not conceived successfully in previous cycles
- Planning artificial insemination or importing semen from abroad
Ultrasound monitoring
Ultrasound can confirm pregnancy as early as 25 days after insemination or mating. It is a safe, painless, and highly informative diagnostic tool.
Why Is Precision Important?
In most females, fertile days typically fall between the 9th and 14th day from the start of bleeding, but this can vary significantly between individuals.
Unsuccessful mating is stressful for both the owner and the animal — that’s why we recommend never planning mating “blindly”, but rather with accurate determination of the most fertile days.
Contact Us for Planned and Successful Mating of Your Pet
At our clinics in Novi Sad and Veternik, we enable owners to rely on trusted diagnostic methods instead of guesswork. With expert guidance and lab support, we increase the chances for a successful pregnancy and a healthy litter.
If you want your pet’s mating to be planned, responsible, and successful — contact us in time.
With good preparation comes the best outcome.