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The presented figure shows a typical graph showing vag-
inal mucus resistance fluctuations and the optimal mo-
ment for mating.
Often in practice there is a variation between animals
compared to the presented curve and the reading of
the peak value.
For some bitches the peak value is at 400 units, for others
at 600 - 750 units or more than 1,000 units. It should be
remembered, however, that the “profile graph” is the most
important and not the unit values of the readings ob-
tained.
We recommend the following interpretation of readings:
– If the reading is between 100-200 units, there is no need
for daily measurements.
– When readings rise above 200 units, take daily measure-
ments. Sometimes readings at this level can last for sev-
eral days and then show dynamic growth.
– When readings begin to rise, it is recommended that you
perform the tests more frequently (2, 3 or even 4 times
a day) to determine the exact moment of ovulation. This
is especially important for bitches that have ovulation
early and accept males for a short period of time.
As shown in the graph, the most important issue is to cap-
ture the day of maximum resistance and the subsequent
decline. The first and, at the latest, the second day of the
decrease in resistance is the ideal time for mating.
Be aware of the fact that a typical phenomenon of a “false
peak” occurs before the actual peak. It is easy to identify
because it occurs at much lower resistance levels around
day 3 to 5.
SECTION 9 | RESULT INTERPRETATION