Canine Studies

Indispensable Preclinical Toxicology Companions

The most-frequently turned to non-rodent species for regulatory submissions, the canine model is a critical component of nearly every successful IND application. BioLegacy’s standing canine colony and deep toxicology experience make us a well-suited partner for GLP-compliant canine studies designed to meet the most stringent global regulatory requirements. Our deep expertise in this well-characterized model, from pivotal repeat-dose toxicology to gold-standard cardiovascular safety pharmacology, provides unequivocal safety and PK/TK data required to establish safety margins, confidently select first-in-human doses, and de-risk your program’s transition to the clinic.

  • IND-Enabling Studies: GLP-compliant toxicology and safety studies required for your regulatory submission.
  • ICH-Compliant Safety Pharmacology: Cardiovascular safety assessments via implantable telemetry for continuous, real-time monitoring of ECG and hemodynamic parameters.
  • Regulatory Toxicology Experts: Extensive experience in repeat-dose toxicology with comprehensive clinical pathology and histopathology endpoints.
  • Integrated Toxicokinetics (TK) to provide a clear exposure-response relationship.
  • Medical Device & Surgical Models: Evaluate the safety, performance, and biocompatibility of cardiovascular and orthopedic devices.
  • On-Site Canine Colony with highly experienced veterinarians and AALAS-certified technicians providing best-in-class care.
  • AAALAC-Accredited Facilities: All studies are conducted in a state-of-the-art, AAALAC-accredited vivarium, ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare and data integrity.
GLP Toxicology & Safety Studies

A clear, unambiguous safety profile is the most critical deliverable for any IND-enabling program. BioLegacy provides definitive safety assessments by integrating GLP-compliant repeat-dose toxicology with gold-standard cardiovascular safety pharmacology in the highly translatable canine model. Our comprehensive approach is designed to identify not only potential target organ toxicities but also to detect subtle hemodynamic liabilities through continuous telemetry. This provides a complete picture of your compound’s safety, empowering confident, data-driven decisions for advancing your program to human trials.

  • Integrated General Toxicology & Cardiovascular Safety: A holistic approach to safety assessment in a single, well-characterized species.
  • Gold-Standard Cardiovascular Telemetry: Continuous, real-time ECG and blood pressure monitoring to detect potential cardiovascular risks.
  • Multi-Duration Repeat-Dose Toxicology: GLP-compliant studies to characterize the safety profile of your compound after prolonged exposure.
  • Full IND-Enabling Data Package: Delivery of a comprehensive, submission-ready report and optional SEND dataset for global regulatory agencies.
  • Expert Pathological & Clinical Interpretation: Pathologists and toxicologists provide clear context to all study findings.
Medical Device Testing in Canines

The canine model provides an ideal translational platform for evaluating the long-term performance and biocompatibility of many classes of medical devices. BioLegacy leverages the dog’s human-like anatomy and physiological responses to rigorously assess your device’s in vivo functionality and host-implant interactions. Our world-class surgical teams and state-of-the-art facilities are equipped to handle a wide array of implantable devices, providing the critical safety and performance data needed to ensure a robust and successful IDE submission.

  • Human-Scale Device Testing: Canines allow for the implantation and testing of human-sized devices.
  • Cardiovascular & Orthopedic Device Specialization: Deep expertise in studies for stents, grafts, heart valves, and joint/bone implants.
  • Long-Term Post-Operative Management: Advanced care and monitoring required for long-term device studies.
  • Advanced Imaging: Non-invasive, imaging-based performance assessments to monitor device placement and function over time.
  • Comprehensive Biocompatibility & Pathology: Expert histopathological analysis of the host-implant interface to assess tissue integration and local biocompatibility.
Pharmacokinetics (PK) Studies

A clear, complete, and translatable pharmacokinetic profile is essential for bridging the gap between preclinical research and human clinical trials. At BioLegacy, our canine PK studies are designed to provide this definitive exposure data with unparalleled precision and clarity. The dog’s larger size and metabolic similarities to humans make it an ideal non-rodent species for generating high-fidelity PK profiles. Intensive serial sampling of individual animals minimizes biological variability and provides a robust dataset for human dose prediction and the establishment of critical safety multiples.

  • Intensive Serial Sampling Capabilities to generate complete and highly reliable PK curves.
  • Single & Multi-Dose Study Designs: Expertise in single ascending dose (SAD) and multi-dose studies to assess drug accumulation and steady-state exposure.
  • Tissue Distribution & CSF Sampling: Specialized procedures to determine compound distribution into key tissues and the central nervous system.
  • Dedicated Bioanalytical Integration: LC-MS/MS and ligand binding assay support for rapid sample analysis and data turnaround.
  • Advanced Pharmacokinetic Modeling to provide key PK parameters (e.g., Cmax, Tmax, AUC, half-life) and inform clinical dose selection.
Rapid Study Initiation

BioLegacy’s on-site canine colony and operational agility get your studies done faster!

  • Established canine colony
  • Rapid study initiation - usually 2 weeks or less!
  • GLP-compliant, IND-enabling studies
  • Optional SEND data packages
  • AAALAC-accredited facilities

Contact us now and get the data you need.