The Visual Guide to
Canine Reproduction
- Testis and Epididymis
- Scrotum
- Accessory Sex Glands
- Penis
- Prepuce
- Semen
- Breeding Soundness Evaluation
- Castration
Male Reproductive System: Breeding Soundness Evaluation
Teasing.
The male examines the bitch for signs of heat. Pheromones play a key role.
Shille VM (1982)
Manual Semen Collection of the Dog.
The penis is manipulated in the standing dog to elicit an erection by pressure behind the bulbus glandis.
Prado TM (2013)
Semen Collection.
Funnels and sterile graduated test tubes for semen collection.
Verstegen J (2009)
Full Erection.
Full erection with distended bulbus glandis prior to semen collection.
Verstegen J (2009)
Direction of the Penis.
The fully erect penis is held by the bulbus glandis and directed ventrally and posteriorly for ease of ejaculation in the funnel.
Verstegen J (2009)
Direction of the Penis.
The fully erect penis is directed towards the funnel to collect the ejaculate.
Verstegen J (2009)
Pressure on the Bulbus Glandis.
Digital pressure is exerted on the bulbus glandis of the penis during the process of ejaculation.
Verstegen J (2009)
Three Fractions of the Ejaculate.
Fraction 1: Prostatic fluid. Fraction 2: Sperm rich. Fraction 3: Voluminous prostatic fluid.
Verstegen J (2009)
Microscopic Examination.
Examination of a drop of fresh semen for motility and concentration.
Prado TM (2013)