Export / Import

We at Sirius Canine Fertility, Inc. have become a major hub for canine frozen semen imports and exports. Our experienced staff works with veterinarians across the United States and Canada to ensure your international shipments are handled properly and will pass easily through customs at the point of entry.

Bridgett started the export part of this company in 2001 and is still the lead export coordinator. We work with all semen-freezing methods and companies — straw methods, pelleted methods, we work with all of them!

Our job is to make the import/export process as easy as possible for both the importer and the exporter. We prepare the health and import documents and assist the importer to obtain required permits or licenses. We work directly with USDA to ensure all requirements are met.

In many cases, we can arrange a group shipment for your semen to significantly reduce shipping costs. Solo exports can also be arranged if necessary.

The US currently has no restrictions on the import of canine semen. If enough time is allowed, we can often import semen with our tanks being returned from group exports.

Sirius Canine Fertility, Inc. can provide forms and DNA swabs upon request. If the required documents are provided, we will register the semen in your name with the AKC as part of our import services.

Most imports are $400 USD for brokerage fees on our end, plus any shared shipping, tank rental, or additional customs fees. We normally ship via Federal Express.

Please plan ahead. In most cases, neither exports nor imports can be rushed. Many countries require vaccine programs and lab testing within a specific time frame, and often a post-collection exam is required 2–6 weeks following collection.

A few countries require quarantine of the semen and re-examination of the donor dog as much as 6 months following collection.

Each country has unique requirements. Testing for c. brucellosis and leptospirosis is often required, and the method and dilution protocol can vary greatly. Incorrect testing or vaccine protocol may result in a non-qualifying situation.

The importer is responsible for contacting the agricultural department in their country for current requirements and import permits. For Australia, UK, and some other countries, the import permit will be supplied by us.

We take pride in our customer service! We work primarily through email for export work due to extremely high volume. We will respond quickly.

Stud fee arrangements are between the importer and exporter before shipment. These fees are not included in our quotes.

It will be our pleasure to help you with your next export or import — and we always welcome pictures of the resulting litters!