59 – Stud Dog Management #4: Foreign Affairs – Critical Tips Before You Import or Export Semen
Summary: Foreign Affairs - Critical Tips to Know Before Import or Export of Semen<br> Every country has different requirements for import and export of semen and are constantly changing the rules!<br> Blood Tests<br> Some require blood testing prior to collection, some after collection, some after a waiting period. If that wasn't enough, the tests vary and even the dilutions of the "standard" tests vary.<br> Ship the Stuff with an Expert<br> Sirius is one of the most recommended import/export all-in-one services for shipping semen safely.<br> Critical Tips to Consider 3-6 Months Prior to Shipping<br> <br> Group Shipments - Planning ahead allows for group shipping with considerable savings. Solo shipments can range around $2,500.<br> Plan up to 6 months ahead - there are quarantine requirements, USDA requirements, and lots of paperwork<br> Cryrodrum - NEVER USE! Use a dry vapor shipper with aluminum tank, shipped in outer fiberglass and with a shipper rated for 21 days. Yes, you have to pay round trip shipping on the tank, but better than dead swimmers.<br> Fees on both ends - Someone familiar with procedure has to receive the shipment and work with authorities on acceptance<br> Microchips are essential for most countries as permanent identification<br> Collection vet (in U.S.) has to be currently accredited with USDA<br> Get copies of foreign collections reports for review PRIOR to contracting the semen<br> Ask Sirius for recommendations for collection in another country - get an experienced referral<br> <br> Why Sirius Fertility?... Service!<br> Not just a great interview but Sirius handles all the paperwork and timing of tests and shipping. The Stud Dog owner just needs to follow the directions of when to make appointments.<br> <br> Sirius handles the AKC registration and DNA so the litter can be registered.<br> New Gene Pool Horizons - Russia<br> Russian just opened up for import and export of semen. Most other countries are also on track to approve or consider import and export.<br> <br> Just think of the gene pool opportunities in countries that breeders have not had access to.<br> <br> As Bill McFadden would say:<br> AMAZING!<br> THANKS FOR A GREAT AND INFORMATIVE SERIES!<br> <br> <br> SIRIUS CANINE FERTILITY
