Insemination Tube – MAVIC

The MAVIC Insemination Tube (or Catheter) is the closest to a TCI possible without veterinary equipment and facilities. Because there was a need to improve the success rates of vaginal artificial insemination in dogs, the MAVIC was developed.

Typically, semen is deposited using a regular insemination tube, however, this often inadequately transfers the semen to the uterus. Subsequently, the classical legs-up method to reduce semen reflux (backflow) was commonly used. The MAVIC insemination catheter was developed to technically respond to these problems, making breeders’ and veterinarians’ lives easier. 

The MAVIC insemination catheters increase success by mirroring nature. During a natural mating, a tie occurs with the male penis being locked in the vagina of the female. This tie lasts approximately 10 to 20 minutes, during which time the entire vagina is occupied by the penis. The engorged penis naturally prevents semen reflux. At the same time, the dog’s movements and the expansion of the bulbus glandis of the male stimulates the vagina, inducing contractions that release oxytocin in the female. Concurrently, these events facilitate semen transfer from the cranial vagina, to the uterus and oviducts of the female, via the cervix.

Features of the MAVIC Insemination Catheters:

• Irradiated with sterile packaging
• 50ml syringe included (for inflating balloon)
• Application: single-use 

Available in 3 sizes:

• MAVIC Mini
  • Length: 12cm
  • Thickness 18FG (6mm)
  • 6ml semen-safe syringe included
  • Recommended for Toy size breeds
• MAVIC 250
  • Length: 25cm
  • Thickness 18FG (6mm)
  • 6ml semen-safe syringe included
  • Recommended for Small, Medium and Large size breeds
• MAVIC 400
  • Length: 40cm
  • Thickness 36FG (12mm)
  • 10ml semen safe syringe included
  • Recommended for Large to Giant size breeds

We also recommend the following products in conjunction:

• Canine AI Kit for Toy Breeds
• Semen Collection Sheath (for toy/small breeds)
• Canine Semen Extender
• 5ml Semen Safe Syringe
• ReproJelly 100ml