The most common cause of a missed conception is improper timing of mating.

Many methods have been used in the past to determine the ideal time to implant, including vaginal smears, vaginoscopy, electrical conductivity, vaginal discharge appearance, but all of these do not accurately reflect the hormone changes that cause these external signs. The most precise method to determine the correct timing of mating is accurate progesterone testing.

At FPDC we are able to perform progesterone testing using the Immulyte 1000 and have results in 75 minutes. This state of the art equipment enables tracking of the progesterone curve including difficult large breeds (twice daily if necessary) to maximize chances of a successful breeding.

Progesterone testing isn't as simple as determining a number – there are many factors that impact to determine the best time to breed. For those interested in learning more about progesterone testing visit our library on FPDC and explore the seven deadly sins of progesterone testing and see how it is used to determine the cycle variations so important in success with frozen semen.

Additionally, FPDC are pleased to supply the “Date to Mate” kit to professional breeders and Veterinarians throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia, assisting breeding decisions with both Natural mating and Artificial insemination.

The Date to Mate progesterone test kit from Camelot Farms is a highly accurate qualitative progesterone test kit that takes the guess work out of breeding. It tells you when to breed. Easy to use and results in house within an hour!

Dr. John F. Newell B.V.Sc	Phone: 0418 225 026
Tony Wiseman Crt. Camelot.F.S.	Phone: 0413 702 107
Scott Morris Crt. Camelot.F.S.	Phone: 0414 420 721
Graeme Wright Crt. Camelot.F.S.	Phone: 0407 486 261
Norm Jessup Crt. Camelot.F.S.	Phone: 0416 274 251