Stud dogs with frozen and/or fresh extended semen used for artificial insemination must have an AKC DNA Profile.
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The AKC Board of Directors has modified the policy dealing with the use of frozen and fresh-extended semen as follows:
- After October 1, 1998, AKC DNA Profiling is required for all stud dogs whose semen is collected for fresh extended or frozen use, including foreign-born stud dogs collected for imported semen use in the United States.
- The intent of this requirement is to include all semen collected for storage and/or shipment for the purpose of artificial insemination, but not to include artificial insemination where the dog and bitch are both present.
- Frozen semen collected and stored prior to October 1, 1998 in accordance with AKC’s regulations and procedures is exempted from this requirement, with the exception of a Multiple Sired Litter.
- Cheek swab samples must be obtained by the collector and submitted with the notification of collection to AKC (if the DNA sample is not already on file with AKC).
- DNA processing expenses are paid by the owner at a set fee (currently $55). DNA test kits are nonrefundable. An AKC DNA Genotype with the DNA Profile and Number is issued to the owner.
Additional information is available by contacting AKC DNA Operations.