IntraCytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) Equine & Horse Breeding

Experience a new era of breeding excellence and precision. With Catalina's ICSI horse breeding services, you can elevate your breeding program to extraordinary heights, backed by the assurance of quality and reliability.

IntraCytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) is a cutting-edge technique offered by Catalina, Australia's most advanced equine reproduction facility. ICSI for horses involves the collection of oocytes (eggs) from a donor mare's follicles, followed by their meticulous cultivation in our state-of-the-art laboratory until they mature and become fertilised. The fertilised eggs can then be used immediately or later transferred to a suitable mare. ICSI equine reproduction offers a wide range of unique advantages compared to other forms of horse breeding.

Why Should I Use ICSI for Horse Breeding?

With ICSI, horse breeders gain precise control over the genetic composition of their offspring, allowing them to carefully choose and enhance specific traits such as conformation, athleticism, temperament, and colour. This technique enables breeders to access elite genetics from stallions with limited semen availability, ensuring that valuable bloodlines are continued and enhanced.

ICSI horse breeding also offers breeders the opportunity to overcome challenges associated with fertility issues in mares or stallions. If a prized mare or stallion experiences difficulties in reproducing through conventional breeding methods, ICSI becomes a lifeline for preserving their genetic legacy. By directly injecting a single sperm into the egg, ICSI bypasses fertility obstacles and maximises the chances of successful fertilisation and pregnancy. This ensures that the exceptional qualities and genetic contributions of these valuable horses are not lost, allowing breeders to continue their breeding programs with confidence and continuity.

By overcoming the limitations of natural mating, ICSI for horses empowers breeders to make strategic breeding decisions and achieve their desired breeding outcomes with greater accuracy and predictability.

What Are The Benefits of ICSI?

ICSI equine reproduction provides horse breeders with a range of unparalleled benefits, making it an ideal choice for achieving successful and strategic breeding outcomes.

  • Extend the breeding life of mares: ICSI in horses enables the extension of a mare's breeding life, allowing her to continue contributing to the future of your breeding program even as she ages. 

  • Utilise mares who have persistent fertility issues: ICSI horse breeding provides a higher chance of fertilisation, effectively bypassing any fertility obstacles that may have impeded conventional breeding methods. 

  • Utilise the semen from a stallion is in limited supply or sub-optimal fertility: By injecting a single sperm directly into the egg, we maximise the chances of successful fertilisation, ensuring the preservation of valuable genetics and increasing the probability of desired traits in the offspring.

  • Assist in breeding for mares or stallions that may be injured: Catalina's ICSI services help breeders continue their breeding plans despite temporary or permanent injuries to mares or stallions, ensuring the preservation of exceptional bloodlines and minimising disruptions in breeding schedules.

ICSI empowers breeders with greater control and precision in their breeding programs, regardless of their scale or resources. Smaller breeders can access advanced reproductive technologies that were once only available to larger operations, levelling the playing field and opening doors to new possibilities. For larger businesses, ICSI for horses presents an invaluable tool to maximise the genetic potential of their elite breeding stock and achieve their desired breeding outcomes.

Why Choose Catalina For ICSI Horse Breeding

At Catalina, we leave nothing to chance. We take pride in being a global leader at the forefront of equine reproductive technology. Unlike other facilities, we handle the entire ICSI horse breeding process internally, from oocyte collection to embryo transfer. By keeping our equine reproductive services in-house in Australia, we maintain full control and quality assurance at every step, ensuring the best possible outcome for your breeding goals.

Ready to Begin The ICSI Process?

If you're ready to unlock the full potential of equine breeding with IntraCytoplasmic Sperm Injection, reach out to Catalina's expert team today. Whether you have questions about our equine services, want to learn more, or are eager to initiate the ICSI process as soon as possible, we are here to guide you. Contact Catalina today to embark on a transformative journey in ICSI horse breeding.