"Chili" poses with his future puppies

Knowledgeable dog fanciers throughout Arizona have come to Dr. Howard for breeding assistance for many years. A member veterinarian of Synbiotics (formerly International Canine Genetics) since 1992, we are pleased to have recently been approved as a Synbiotics Canine Freezing Center. Reproduction services provided include:

	Pre-breeding Health Screening, including OFA & PennHIP
	Ovulation Timing
	Fertility Diagnostics
	Collections for fresh, chilled and frozen semen inseminations
	Artificial Inseminations (vaginal and surgical) and Breeding Assistance
	Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management
	Whelping Assistance, including after-hours caesarean sections
	Neonate Care
	Puppy Development

Our staff has both personal and professional experience with breeding, raising and exhibiting dogs: we understand the special needs of these special dogs, and will go the extra mile to ensure the delivery of healthy puppies. At the same time, we recognize the problem of pet overpopulation, and encourage only responsible breedings. (See the American Kennel Club for additional resources.)

X-ray of pregnant Golden Retriever (two puppies)

We highly recommend the WhelpWise service offered by Veterinary Perinatal Specialties to all breeders who wish to reduce potential risks to both the bitch and her puppies. WhelpWise provides equipment with which to monitor uterine contractions and puppy heart rates, and tremendous support 24 hours a day.