How it works
An advanced process, step by step.
Genetic preservation and cloning combine reproductive biotechnology with rigorous scientific control. We explain each stage clearly.
Pathway A
Genetic preservation
From the first consultation until the cells are cryopreserved.
Consultation
Sample collection
Shipping
Cell culture
Cryopreservation
01
Consultation and sample collection
We assess your case. Your vet takes a small skin biopsy, following our instructions, and sends it to our laboratory.
For your vet
Sample collection and shipping guide
Your vet can take the biopsy by following our protocol, step by step. Download the guide and share it with them before the appointment.
02
Laboratory processing
We isolate and culture the cells from the sample. When the culture is viable, we obtain fibroblasts.
03
Cryopreservation
We store the cells obtained at very low temperatures, so that they remain available in the future.
Pathway B
Cloning
A general overview of the procedure. The specific stages, requirements and timelines are confirmed for each species and each case.
Preserved cells. The process starts with viable, previously preserved cells from the animal.
Assessment. We study the feasibility of the case with you.
Nuclear transfer. The nucleus of one of the animal’s cells is placed into an egg cell from which the nucleus has been removed.
Embryo development. The embryo is cultured under controlled conditions.
Pregnancy. The embryo is transferred to a surrogate female of the same species.
Birth and follow-up. We continue to support you after the birth.
Two different services
Preservation is not cloning
Preservation means storing your animal’s cells today. Cloning is one possible future use of those cells, but it is a separate service with its own process, timeline and assessment.
Genetic preservation
Cloning
What it is
Genetic preservation
Storing viable cells from the animal
Cloning
Producing a new animal from preserved cells
When
Genetic preservation
Can be done today, while the animal is healthy
Cloning
A later decision, if you wish
Result
Genetic preservation
Cryopreserved cell material
Cloning
An animal with the same nuclear genetic information, with its own personality
Guarantees
Genetic preservation
Does not guarantee future cloning
Cloning
Each case requires a specific assessment
Price
Genetic preservation
€49/month + VAT (biopsy, kit and transport charged separately)
Cloning
On request
Frequently asked questions
What people ask us most.
Who takes the sample?
Your trusted vet, through a small skin biopsy. We provide them with a guide to the collection and shipping protocol so that the sample reaches the laboratory in good condition.
Can it be done if my pet has died?
Yes, but timing is key. The sooner the sample is taken, the better the chances of obtaining viable cells: ideally within the first 5 hours; although cells can sometimes be obtained up to a few days later, the chances drop sharply after 24 hours. In the meantime, keep the body refrigerated (between 2 and 4 °C, as in a fridge), never frozen, and contact your vet and us as soon as possible. We explain every step in our guide What to do when your pet passes away.
How long does the process take?
From the moment the sample arrives at the laboratory until the cells are cryopreserved, it usually takes several weeks. Once cryopreserved in liquid nitrogen, the cells can be stored indefinitely. The timing depends on how the culture grows in each case. We keep you informed at every stage and confirm when the cells have been preserved.
What happens if the culture is not viable?
Not every sample yields a viable cell culture: the condition of the tissue, the time elapsed and the shipping conditions all play a part. If this happens, we let you know and discuss the options with you; if the animal is alive, a new sample can usually be taken.
How much does it cost?
Genetic preservation costs €49/month + VAT. The biopsy is performed and invoiced by your vet; the kit and transport are quoted separately depending on your location. Cloning is a separate service, quoted on request.
Does preserving the cells guarantee that I will be able to clone my animal?
No. Preservation keeps your animal’s cells today; cloning is a possible future application, with its own process and a specific assessment of each case.
Will the clone be the same as my pet?
It will have the same nuclear genetic information, but it will be a new animal, with its own personality and its own experiences.
Do you work with clients from other countries?
Yes. We work with clients from other countries, as long as the sample can reach our laboratory in Marbella under the right conditions and within the right time. Before the sample is taken, we explain how to arrange shipping from your country.
Personalised advice
Questions about the process?
Our team gives you personalised advice, with no obligation.
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