It is a portable ultrasound scanner designated for quick pregnancy detection in small animals.

DogScan was designed especially for dog breeders who want to inspect their animals on their own but also for professionals requiring simple and economic ultrasound system detection pregnancy only.

Why is it so important?
early and independent determination of pregnancy saves time and money

Our idea was to create a simple in use but very strong and durable scanner that would prove efective even in most demanding field conditions.

Using an ultrasound scanner it is possible to detect pregnancy as early as on 18-20th day in dogs. Yet, an experienced user can do it much earlier.

The advantages of DogScan :

• simple operation, small dimensions and weight
• robust aluminium housing – both shock and moisture-proof which is siginificant especially in all field application
• internal battery working for 3.5 h non-stop; recharging time is 2h 50 min only
• practical keyboard and high-quality 5’’ LCD monitor
• integrated sector mechanical abdominal probe

]]> http://dog.draminski.com/dogscan/feed/ 2 http://dog.draminski.com/new-dogscan-for-veterinarians-and-breeders/ http://dog.draminski.com/new-dogscan-for-veterinarians-and-breeders/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:18:28 +0000 admin http://dog.draminski.com/?p=135 Discover DogScan – especially constructed for comfortable, fast, dependable and accurate diagnosis of pregnancy in dogs and small animals.

It is ideal solution for Individual Breeders, Kennels, Catteries and Veterinary Surgeons alike.Small and lightweight, robust, hardwearing and splash resistant on the outside, with ultra-reliable ultrasound technology on the inside, New Dog Scan allow examination at home, in the kennels or ‘in the field’.

Available now for good breeding practice.Great things come in small package, our experience is serving for your success.

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How can I check if my instrument operates properly?

• connect the probe with the instrument using a provided cable and turn the instrument on (a green light should appear)
• wet the probe head with water and press it to the inner side of the palm (in the thumb’s base); you should hear even sounds (at 1-sec intervals) and the green light should blink at the same frequency. It is a signal of good contact.
• immerse the probe head in a container with water – sound and light signals should increase their frequencies. It is a “pregnancy” signal – in this case it is the reflection of waves from the water in the container.

What is the rule behind the Pregnancy Tester?

The tester detects the presence of amniotic fluid in the uterus. It uses a phenomenon of ultrasound wave reflection. The probe which is placed on the female body sends a beam of ultrasounds which reflects from the uterus horns filled with fluid and returns, causing a change in the signal generated by the instrument.

Thus, this optimal graph may be adjusted to each breeder’s own experience and that of the individual bitch. Some bitches may peak at 400 units where others peak at 600, 750 or over a 1000, but it is important to remember that it is the profile trace that is important and NOT the actual value of the readings.

We recommend the following interpretation of readings:

• If the reading is between 100-200 units, there is no need to take daily measurements.
• When readings rise above 200, daily measurements should be taken. Sometimes readings at this level may last a few days and then show a dynamic increase.
• When readings begin to rise, it is advisable to take readings more frequently (such as 2, 3 or 4 times a day) to accurately determine the precise point of ovulation.

Thus readings for example could be taken at breakfast, lunch, tea and suppertime. This is especially important in the case of a bitch that ovulates early, or only stands for a limited time to accept the dog. As shown on the graph, it is most important to record the maximum readings of resistance that are reached and shown on the LCD and the subsequent decrease in resistance values. Day one (and at the latest day two) AFTER the peak reading is the ideal time for mating.

We encourage breeders to note the common “false peak” which occurs before the real one. It is easy to identify as it occurs at much lower resistance levels and is seen during the proestrous period at around days 3 to 5.

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DRAMIŃSKI Company provides fast and efficient service for our clients in the guarantee period (pursuant to the entry on guarantee card) and offers open-ended post-guarantee service, including modernisation of equipment. We guarantee delivery of service within 48 hours from the receipt of shipment.

In case the exploited equipment needs to be serviced, we offer the simplest way and the lowest costs.

Please send the equipment to DRAMIŃSKI Company via post (upon confirmation of receipt) to the following address:

DRAMIŃSKI
ul. Owocowa 17
10-860 Olsztyn.

Only then may you be confident that the equipment reaches its destination without problems. After service, the equipment will be sent to the address provided.

Yet it is not always necessary to send the used equipment. A short telephone conversation may be enough to convey a number of remarks to our servicemen. Many causes of temporary problems may be resolved via telephone. Should you have any questions or doubts, we await your comments on telephone number: 089 527 11 30.

As a manufacturer, we are always at the disposal of our equipment users.

Disinfect the detector before and after each measurement. Careful and thorough cleaning and disinfection of the instrument are the most important conditions for its proper usage. Always use disinfectants at concentrations given by the manufacturer, as otherwise they may cause irritation of the vaginal lining. Clean the instrument before each use to prevent this. The solution of the disinfecting agent should be prepared directly before the next use of the detector. The best disinfectant agent is Hibiscrub, Dettox or Savlon solutions, or any other agent indicated for veterinary use. Wipe the surface of the probe with the solution, then rinse thoroughly with water, dry and put into a box.

Can the instrument be used when the bitch has problems?

Well, the problems will remain. Obviously this instrument will not solve the reproduction problems of a bitch. It will not change an infertile bitch into a fertile one. However, it is another instrument to facilitate managing reproduction programs. This instrument can be used at home. It will reduce the number of visits at the vet’s as well as the number of more expensive and invasive tests. It will help to determine false heat because in such a case a value of the reading will not increase. Also in the case of quiet heat the peak of climax can be determined precisely.

Can the probe be used after mating?

Yes, it can; it should not have any adverse effects.

How will I know that the probe is in an adequate place?

The probe should be inserted until light resistance is felt when the probe reaches the cervix. It constitutes approx. 3/5 of the probe length (namely 3 inches inside and 2 inches outside). In this place the tip of the probe is in the area containing the highest concentration of mucus what allows to achieve a precise and reliable reading. This position changes slightly depending on the size of a bitch. Moreover, in some bitches the cervix is very widened in the initial phase of a cycle and while inserting the probe no or slight resistance is felt. However, the rule 3/5 of length is still valid.

I receive a different reading after the probe has been inserted and when I press the button once again without moving the probe.

The possible reason is a difference in temperatures. Temperature affects the results. If the probe is kept in the vagina longer, it warms up and as a result subsequent results are different. Therefore, it is so important to perform measurements always in the same manner. The results read after a few seconds are more reliable, because the temperature of the instrument is similar to the temperature of the bitch body. The same method should be continued during all subsequent measurements.

I get random high readings. Why?

It usually happens when the probe is inserted too deep into the vagina (namely, the whole probe is inserted, up to the instrument housing). In this way it passes through the cervix resulting in random high readings.

All readings show low values (they do not exceed 150 or 200) – why?

It usually happens when the probe is inserted too shallow into the vagina (namely into the vulva) and there is no contact between the probe and the mucus which is the object of measurements. Moreover, the presence of salts in the urine may decrease the readings.

Why is there a difference between morning and evening measurements?

There is no “best time” to perform measurements. However, we have noticed that there might be differences between morning and evening measurements in some bitches.

We recommend to prepare charts for morning and evening readings. Although morning and evening measurements might be different, the profile of changes is the same. The peak value will appear at the same time.

How often should measurements be performed?

It is the best to perform them at the same time every day, if it is possible. As the procedure is so easy and fast, when readings start to increase it is recommended to perform 2, 3 or 4 measurements a day in order to determine the peak value very precisely, namely to determine the best time for mating.

Can I perform the procedure alone?

Yes, and the method is the same as while mating. However, another person is very helpful as they can hold a bitch during a measurement what should facilitate performing of the procedure.

Will my bitch suffer from pain?

No, unless you are very heavy handed and if you take obvious care and attention ~ the size of the probe (length & diameter) is similar to the penis of the dog (even in toy breeds). Each bitch is different and some of them accept the probe immediately at the first use, some of them seem surprised and others – worried, it is a similar reaction when a bitch reacts to a stud dog while mating.

How does the instrument work? Is its action connected with the temperature measurement?

No, the instrument measures the electrical resistance of vaginal mucus in the area of the cervix.

I bred Partner to Annie this week. But the funny thing was Annie did not ovulate till real late into her season… if it was not for the ovulation detector I may have missed out on this breeding. I missed out on her last season because I did not know that she ovulated late… But I thank God I have this device now… I kept record of Annie’s ovulation every day and if I did not do that I would had missed out and if I had rely on a vet it would cost me a lot of money to have them to test her for ovulation… this device works and it is reliable.

Kathy Wells , Servant’s Labradors, USA

I must write to thank you for the ovulation tester, it is a real success. Normally technical things put me right off but this so easy to use. I have had success with my bulldogs and also my westies. So once again thanks for the wonderful aid to breeding.

Dorothy Stephenson – WALDOR Bulldogs & WHWTs, UK

5 year old Bulldog. Missed previous two seasons both apparently good matings. This time used the Draminski Ovulation Detector and got 6 puppies

R.D. Johns – Shin Tzu, Bulldogs & French Bulldogs , UK

Took a while for confidence to insert detector far enough into the vagina. Once over initial fear it was quick and easy to use and showed obvious peaks

Grace Brown – Sussex Spaniel, UK

I think the ovulator is the best thing ever made, as before I purchased this unit, we had tried mating 2 bitches and every time they didn’t catch. I wasted nearly 2 years in keeping trying to mate them. So when I purchased the unit we fount they were not ovulating properly due to fertility problems. Sine then, my other two bitches have been tested and mated as indicated. One bitch produced 11 pups and the other 5 pups. I would recommend the ovulator to anybody. It was well worth the money spent

H. Rickards – JAGGERHOF Rottweilers, USA

We purchased one of your machines about a year ago & have used it on our mini Dachshunds with success. We recommend it.

Sheila & Terry Raphael – Pennemma Miniature Long-Haired Dachshunds, Canada

I have been breeding Bulldogs for over 25 years. I used all of the latest testing methods and did my own breeding slides. Since we also offer stud services I had a bitch who came to us and had a breeding problem.She had been bred twice before with a stud from another kennel. She even had a implanted surgical procedure done as the 3rd. attempt to get her pregnant with one of our studs. She was now 4 1/2 years old and never had a litter. I used the Draminski Ovulation Detector and my same stud, she conceived 8 puppies. I found that using the detector was easy but one must have patience when waiting for the correct time to breed.

Carol Urban, Almont, Michigan, US. www.urbansbulldogs.com, USA

This is portable dog pregnancy tester, powered by the battery. Easy to use enables quick and reliable determination of the pregnancy.

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The DRAMIŃSKI Ultrasonic Pregnancy Detector is ideally suited to test the dog pregnancy  for individual breeders, large breeding & show kennels, veterinary surgeries and commercial organisations alike.

It is designed to be easy to use, maintain and provide rapid results with maximum accuracy.