The Canine Progesterone Test Kit is a semi-quantitative diagnostic test card used to monitor serum progesterone trends in female dogs during the breeding cycle. Paired with a supported canine progesterone analyser, it helps breeders and veterinary staff identify the optimal ovulation and mating window, supporting more accurate breeding timing and higher conception rates.
A canine progesterone test kit (also called a dog progesterone test card) is an in-clinic or in-kennel diagnostic tool that measures progesterone hormone levels in a bitch’s blood serum. Rising progesterone is the key biological marker breeders and veterinarians use to pinpoint ovulation, making this test a standard part of canine reproduction and breeding management programs.
How the Progesterone Test Kit Works
Each test uses a single foil-sealed reagent card. The card is read by a supported progesterone analyser (reader device, sold separately) rather than by eye, which allows the trend in hormone levels to be tracked test-to-test as ovulation approaches.
Step-by-Step Testing Instructions
- Open the pouch: Tear the outer foil package to expose the round sample well and the result detection window.
- Apply the sample: Add the blood serum sample to be tested into the round sample well and allow it to wick fully into the detection area.
- Run the analyser: Insert the test card, round-hole side facing up, into the test slot of a supported canine progesterone analyser. The reading is displayed in approximately 15 minutes.
Important: This test card is designed to be read with a supported canine progesterone analyser (reader device). It is not intended as a stand-alone, read-by-eye home test.
Key Benefits for Breeders and Veterinary Clinics
- Supports accurate identification of the fertile/ovulation window for planned matings
- Individually foil-sealed test cards protect each card from moisture and contamination until use
- Durable, stable plastic cassette construction for consistent, repeatable readings
- Compact, easy-to-store packaging suited to clinics, catteries and kennels running multiple cycles
- Available in multiple pack sizes so single-litter breeders and high-volume clinics can order to their exact testing schedule
Who Should Use This Test Kit
This test kit is intended for veterinary clinics, canine reproduction specialists, and experienced dog breeders who are working with a veterinarian on a planned breeding program. Progesterone testing is typically run every 1–2 days during the fertile window as part of a broader breeding management plan.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Item type | Canine progesterone test kit (reagent test card) |
| Sample type | Blood serum |
| Reading method | Supported canine progesterone analyser (reader device required, sold separately) |
| Result time | Approx. 15 minutes per test |
| Material | Medical-grade plastic test cassette |
| Packaging | Individually sealed, moisture-resistant foil pouch per card |
| Shelf life | 18 months from date of manufacture |
| Condition | New |
| Intended use | Dogs (canine breeding management) |
| Pack sizes available | 6, 12, 20, 50, 100 test cards |
Pack Sizes & What’s Included
Choose the pack size that matches your testing schedule: a 6-card pack suits a single planned litter, while 20-, 50- and 100-card packs are better suited to veterinary clinics and multi-dog breeding operations that test frequently.
Every pack contains individually foil-sealed progesterone test cards; the progesterone analyser reader is sold separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a separate machine to read this test?
Yes. This progesterone test card is designed to be inserted into a supported canine progesterone analyser (reader device) for an accurate result — it is not a stand-alone, read-by-eye strip.
What sample do I need to run the test?
The test uses a blood serum sample from the dog, applied to the round sample well on the test card.
How long does it take to get a result?
Once the card is inserted into a supported analyser, results are available in approximately 15 minutes.
How many tests will I need per breeding cycle?
Most breeding programs test every 1–2 days once a bitch enters her fertile window, so the number of cards needed depends on cycle length — talk to your veterinarian about a testing schedule for your dog.
What is the shelf life of these test cards?
Each card has an 18-month shelf life from the date of manufacture when stored in its sealed pouch.
Which pack size should I choose?
A 6- or 12-card pack is generally enough for monitoring a single litter, while clinics or breeders managing multiple dogs typically choose the 20-, 50- or 100-card packs for better per-test value.
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