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Protect Your Breeding Program with Reliable Brucellosis Screening
Brucellosis (Brucella canis) is a highly contagious bacterial infection that can cause infertility, miscarriages, and serious health risks for breeding dogs. It has no cure, making routine testing essential for responsible breeders. At GoVets, we offer fast and reliable brucellosis testing and certification, helping you maintain a healthy, disease-free breeding program.
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What is Brucellosis?
Brucellosis is a bacterial infection that primarily affects a dog’s reproductive system. It spreads through mating, bodily fluids (semen, vaginal discharge, urine), and contact with contaminated environments.
Signs of Brucellosis in Dogs
- Infertility in males and females
- Miscarriages or stillbirths
- Weak or fading puppies
- Swollen testicles or scrotal shrinkage in males
- Vaginal discharge in females
- Lethargy and enlarged lymph nodes
The infection can spread silently, with many dogs showing no symptoms while still passing it on.
Why Brucellosis Testing is Essential for Breeders
Brucellosis is a lifelong condition with no effective treatment, so prevention through testing is the only way to protect your breeding dogs.
Before Mating
- Both male and female dogs should be tested before every planned breeding.
Routine Breeding Program Screening
- Active breeding dogs should be tested every 6 months.
Stud Dog Certification
- Many breeders require proof of a recent negative test before using a stud.
New Dog Introduction
- Any new dog entering a breeding program should be quarantined and tested before contact with others.
Pregnancy Loss Investigation
- If a bitch has miscarried, reabsorbed a litter, or failed to conceive, brucellosis should be ruled out.
Import & Rescue Screening
- Dogs imported from high-risk regions should be tested before entering a breeding or kennel environment.
At GoVets, we provide fast and accurate brucellosis testing, helping breeders prevent the spread of this devastating disease.
How Our Brucellosis Testing Works
At GoVets, we follow a two-step testing approach to ensure accuracy.
Step 1
Rapid Slide Agglutination Test (RSAT)
- A quick 15-minute screening test
- Detects antibodies in the blood
- If negative, breeding can proceed
- If positive, further testing is required
Step 2
Confirmatory Testing (If Needed)
- Agar Gel Immunodiffusion (AGID) Test – Confirms chronic infection
- PCR Test – Detects early infection with high accuracy
- Blood Culture Test – The gold standard but takes 1–3 weeks
Brucellosis-Free Certification
Dogs that test negative receive an official GoVets Brucellosis Certificate, valid for 30 days before mating.
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What Happens If a Dog Tests Positive?
If a dog tests positive for brucellosis, immediate action must be taken to prevent the spread.
Isolation
- The infected dog must be separated from all other breeding animals.
Notify Recent Mating Partners
- Other breeders must be informed so they can test their dogs.
No Further Breeding
- Brucellosis is lifelong; infected dogs should not be used for breeding.
Spay/Neuter Recommended
- Reduces bacterial shedding and prevents further transmission.
Test All In-Contact Dogs
- Any dog that has been in close contact with the infected dog should be tested.
Need advice? Contact GoVets for expert guidance on managing a positive case.
How to Prevent Brucellosis in Your Breeding Program
- Test all breeding dogs before every mating
- Screen active breeding dogs every 6 months
- Quarantine & test new dogs before introducing them to your kennel
- Use artificial insemination (AI) with tested, brucellosis-free semen
- Maintain strict hygiene in kennels and whelping areas
- Only breed with dogs that have proof of a recent negative test
GoVets offers a full range of fertility and reproductive health services to support responsible breeding.
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FAQs
The RSAT screening test provides same-day results. Confirmatory tests, if needed, take 1–3 weeks.
Yes, but it is very rare. Humans can contract Brucella canis through exposure to infected fluids. Proper hygiene and protective measures reduce risk.
There is no cure for brucellosis. The best course of action is spay/neuter, strict isolation, and stopping all breeding activity.
Yes! We highly recommend testing any dog imported from high-risk areas before introducing them to a breeding program.
Contact us for pricing and breeder packages.
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Book a Brucellosis Test at GoVets
- GoVets Manchester
- 1 James St, Manchester, M40 8EL
- 0161 202 1518
- hello@govets.co.uk
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