Torigen’s Autologous Cancer Vaccine – Fight Cancer in Dogs

July 27, 2021

Finding a bump or lump on your dog can be worrisome to a dog owner’s heart so it’s always wise to have them checked out by your vet just to be sure there’s nothing to be concerned about. Having them checked is important because early detection of tumors in dogs is vital when it comes to working towards the best possible outcome for many cancers and tumors.

The veterinarian world is continuously striving for new discoveries that will benefit and improve our beloved dogs’ health, this includes trying to find a cancer treatment for dogs that’s both safe and effective.

The Vaccine Improves Survival Rate

The Advantages Of Torigen's autologous Cancer Vaccine

The Process Involved in Treating With Torigen's Autologous Cancer Vaccine

Talk To Your Vet About Cancer Screening & Treatment

What To Know About This Exciting Discovery

In December of 2020, Torigen Pharmaceuticals Inc., an animal health biologics company, announced preliminary positive results that support the therapeutic potential of their Experimental Autologous Cancer Vaccine in treating some types of cancer.

Torigen’s vaccine findings have been incredibly promising across several different types of cancerous dog tumors, with many benefits. If you think your dog may have cancer or has been recently diagnosed, Torigen’s new treatment could be the ideal path to take. Cancer in dogs doesn’t have to mean the end of your beloved pet.

How Successful Will the Torigen Vaccine Be for Treating Dogs with Cancer?

Torigen’s initial research in 2020 completed a retrospective analysis of outcomes based on three treatment aspects: dogs with stage III HSA having been treated with surgery alone, dog tumors removed in surgery followed by a maximum tolerated dose (MTD) chemotherapy, and dogs having surgery followed by Torigen’s Autologous Cancer Vaccine. The recent publication of their findings revealed a more than three-fold increase in the survival rate of dogs with cancer that were treated with the Autologous Cancer Vaccine over dogs receiving surgery to remove tumors in dogs alone.

Advantages of Torigen Cancer Vaccine Over Chemotherapy

While the median survival time of the dogs with cancer receiving the vaccination was equivalent to the dogs being treated with the MTD chemotherapy, the vaccinated dogs did not report any adverse effects. The one-year survival rate was 12.5% for the dogs receiving the Torigen vaccination compared to the 0% for dogs with cancer treated by surgery alone OR surgery followed by the MTD chemotherapy. Approximately 8 million pets develop cancer every year in the United States alone. Torigen’s immunotherapy is truly a game-changer for pet owners when finding signs of cancer in dogs. This vaccine is a form of active immunotherapy which triggers your dog’s own immune system to fight the cancer. It is an advantageous, personalized vaccine treatment, that not only:

Increases your dog’s survival rate,
But it also gives your dog a more pleasant experience when undergoing treatment because it evades the adverse effects caused by chemotherapy.
In can be used to encourage cancer immunity, helping to prevent the disease from returning.
And in addition, it presents an opportunity for more affordable treatment typically costing significantly less than traditional cancer treatment for dogs.
As well as offering flexible cancer treatment plans.

Even though Torigen’s new treatment is relatively new to the industry, it has shown promising results of reducing and even eliminating 40 different types of cancerous dog tumors in over 600 patients.

The Process for the Torigen Autologous Cancer Vaccine

Though prospective clinical trials are set to begin in 2021, Torigen’s Autologous Cancer Vaccine is available currently to veterinarians across the United States as an experimental cancer treatment for dogs to be regulated by the USDA. If you think your dog may have cancer, the first step is to make an appointment with your vet so they can evaluate the lump and test it to get an accurate diagnosis. If you end up receiving the unfortunate news of cancer, you and your vet can discuss all your possible options, including Torigen’s newest vaccine. If Torigen’s Autologous Cancer Vaccine is decided upon, then treatment begins by removing a small piece of your dog’s tumor, then using that to create a personalized vaccine. Over the course of three weeks, your dog will receive a weekly dose of the vaccine. The vaccine then re-educates the body’s immune system so that it will recognize the cancer as foreign and then attack it. Post-treatment care is followed closely by both your veterinarian as well as Torigen Pharmaceuticals. You’ll be guided and informed every step of the way.

When You Should See Your Vet?

Dogs are hard to read and many of the outward symptoms of illness in dogs could be a wide variety of issues. That's why it's best to work with your vet if you have any concerns. If you notice new symptoms such as;

Appetite changes

Digestive issues such as vomiting or diarrhea

Swelling in the abdomen

Behavioral changes including seizures

Changes to breathing (Respiration)

Pale gums

General lethargy or lack of energy.

It's best to take your dog in for a wellness check and possible further testing.

Interested in The Torigen Cancer Vaccine for Your Dog? Contact Chipman Road Animal Clinic Today!

Tumors in dogs leading to a cancer diagnosis is never the news a pet owner wants to hear. Thankfully, Chipman Road Animal Clinic is dedicated to staying at the forefront of cancer technology. We are now offering Torigen’s Experimental Autologous Cancer Vaccine. If you’ve noticed signs that could be cancerous or have received a cancer diagnosis, call our clinic today and we can talk about whether your dog is a candidate for this option.

We understand your dog isn’t just an animal; your dog is family. And our love for our dog patients is evident in all we do! Our friendly, compassionate staff is dedicated to doing the absolute most for the benefit of your dog’s life and health. Call us at 816-524-1886 .

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