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Hi all....Its been quite a while since I have posted, but its been a hectic last couple weeks. On January 12th, Chase's vet, Dr. Edward Lepley passed away. It was quite a shock to everyone. From what I was told, He was diagnosed with cancer a little over a month ago while in Florida on vacation with his wife. It just hit him quick :(. He made it back home from Florida on Jan. 11 and passed on the next day after a nice dinner with his wife and son. He was such an awsome person and he will GREATLY be missed by so many people and pets. Doc did so much for me (and Chase), discounted tests and meds, 8 xrays in one day for $167, Always taking my call, no matter how busy he was. Reflecting back I can't even count how many times he thanked me.....He thanked me for loving Chase and not giving up. I miss my friend and now I feel like I am right where I started in the beginning. I plan to stay with his practice which is going to be run by his family. It's just going to be hard to go back there and not be able to see him........I am glad I didin't wait until Christmas to give him the calendar that I ordered from here. He absolutely loved it, by the way. I attatched a link to his obituary if any one is interested in reading it. He did a lot in his 73 years, in the US and Overseas. http://www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1369218&fh_id=10567 Olesia....I know you listed Dr. Lepley on the recommended vet's page.....I'm not sure what you want to do about that now that he is gone. Dr. Nina Duflo will be a permanent fixture up there for now as far as I know. She will be in charge of Chase now. On a more positive note, Chase is doing well. He is hovering around 100 pounds and enjoying the snow (I'm not). He is being a good brother and putting little Rogue in her place when she gets to close to his bone! Rogue is a spitfire! I have my work cut out with her! Megan | |
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-- Owned By Chase.... aka "Monster," a non EPI Shepherd Husky mix who has digestive issues. Feeding TOTW salmon. He is currently taking Pred and Reglan and doing great! Low weight 68 lbs Record weight 105 lbs as of Jan 2012!
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Member Posts: 649 |
Meagan, So sorry for the loss of your vet . They really do become almost family, especially the good ones as we work so hard to do what is best for our pups. Glad Chase is doing well and now you have Reglan to put smiles on your faces !!! | |
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-- Dar and Kodi Kodi (GSD female , born August 19, 2010 , was diagnosed July 15, 2011 at 11 months .Lowest weight, 47 lbs, weight as of 2/ 20/ 2012 59.6 lbs. Our goal for her at this time is 60lbs. ... We made it !!! 60.4 lbs on March 31, 2012 . TLI .07 , Folate 9.4 , Cobalmin 536 .Kodi eats TOTW Sierra Mountain (Lamb and sweet potato, grain free), 2 cups,2 times a day with 1 teaspoon of pancreatin 8x per cup., recently added small lunch(1 cup plus 1 teas. enzymes) enzymes ( From Diane...awesome lady!!!) , with warm water and letting it sit for 30 minutes . She is our furry kid whom just loves playing with the grandkids !!!!
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Member Posts: 3926 |
Oh Megan - I am so sorry to hear your lost your friend and an amazing vet to boot. He sounds like such a special person - in it for all the right reasons - which sometimes isn't that easy to find. My deepest condolences to you, to his family and to all whose life he touched. RIP Dr. Edward Lepley... | |
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-- Michele "No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog makes you rich" - having 2 makes you even richer! :-)Jackie (back in pic) Diagnosed at 9 mos (09/09) - TLI 0.3 and low end of B12. Pancreatin 8x dosing 3/4tsp per cup. Natures Domain, Trinfac-B Intrinsic Factor daily, probiotics and Duralactin in the am. Stable and happy 115 lbs - thanks to all the beautiful souls on this forum, we could not have done it without YOU. Dexter - Diagnosed 11/10 approx 3 yrs of age. We failed fostering and now he has his forever home
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Member Posts: 330 |
Megan, so sorry to hear you lost your beloved vet. I am sincerely glad that you were able to find such a great vet that you could also call a friend. Happy to hear Chase is stable and doing well, may that continue with your new vet. Lisa | |
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Hello Megan - I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds like he was a wonderful person and vet.... I imagine there were many 4 legged furry ones waiting across the rainbow bridge to great their good friend again. | |
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-- ~Becky~
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Site Owner Posts: 7645 |
HI Megan, i am so sorry to hear that your vet passed away ..who also sounded like a wonderful and kind man.. he sure did wonders with CHase .... and you too! I went in and edited his recommendation.... please check it out and let me know if you are comfortable with it. | |
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-- Olesia, owned by Izzy-45lb SWD, Diagnosed at 1.5 years old - TLI results 1.3, Stable almost 7 yrs! Once stable, was able to reduce enzymes to only 1/2 tsp of Enzymes with each meal, but after almost 4 years of stabilization... had to increase the amount of enzymes to 3/4 teaspoon with each meal. Feed various grain-free kibble+real meat, 6x pancreatin enzymes from EnzymeDiane. I give 1 tsp of coconut oil one day and 1 tsp salmon oil next day, and also give canned sardines packed without salt or canned herring for extra omega oils.
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Member Posts: 1843 |
Megan, what a beautiful tribute to Dr. Lepley..... his light continues to shine ....I sense it coming through you. He was a wonderful gift to you and Chase and so many others. Hugs to you and Chase. So glad he is doing well. Barb | |
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Member Posts: 189 |
Thanks you guys for your kind words and condolenses...It really means a lot Olesia...I checked the recommended vets page and the info is still the same??? Maybe it takes some time for it to switch? Maybe you put it under the wrong state? I'm in Michigan LOL just incase! Thanks again:) Megan | |
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-- Owned By Chase.... aka "Monster," a non EPI Shepherd Husky mix who has digestive issues. Feeding TOTW salmon. He is currently taking Pred and Reglan and doing great! Low weight 68 lbs Record weight 105 lbs as of Jan 2012!
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Site Owner Posts: 7645 |
Megan... my fault i had it in draft and never did the final "publish" to the webs page..... cut fixed it now. Check it out and let me know if it is okay. | |
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-- Olesia, owned by Izzy-45lb SWD, Diagnosed at 1.5 years old - TLI results 1.3, Stable almost 7 yrs! Once stable, was able to reduce enzymes to only 1/2 tsp of Enzymes with each meal, but after almost 4 years of stabilization... had to increase the amount of enzymes to 3/4 teaspoon with each meal. Feed various grain-free kibble+real meat, 6x pancreatin enzymes from EnzymeDiane. I give 1 tsp of coconut oil one day and 1 tsp salmon oil next day, and also give canned sardines packed without salt or canned herring for extra omega oils.
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Member Posts: 168 | Sounds like he was a wonderful vet and friend. I am so sorry for your loss. | |
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-- Maxwell, Great Pyrenees. Diagnosed 1/12/2012 TLI = 1, B12 = 155 Current weight - 102 pounds. Goal weight - 120 pounds. Eating Nature's Variety Instinct LID Lamb NEW B12 - Over 1,000...oops Maxwell is happy to report that his weight loss has stopped, his insatiable appetite is gone and he is no longer acting like a grumpy old man! "I have found it true that the Great Pyrenees does nothing in a hurry... especially when it comes to listening to my commands..." - annonymous Chunk, Chow/Pit mix. My sweet, rescued boy "In the '70s they blamed Dobermans, in the '80s they blamed German Shepherds, in the '90s they blamed Rottweilers. Now they blame the Pit Bull." ... I am wondering when they will blame the HUMANS? Leah - Human, along for the ride!
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Member Posts: 1560 |
So sorry, it is hard to lose a friend who has been your vet and the person you turn to when your furfriend needs help. He sounds like a wonderful person and you were lucky to know him. Val | |
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Administrator Posts: 1945 |
That's a real shame but it sounds like he made a real difference which is as great a legacy as any of us can hope to leave behind. At least Chase is still in good hands. | |
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Craig Lulu (aka Miss Lulupants) is a 4 year old 'Red Shepherd' (Australian Red Heeler x Long-hair GSD) who lives in Adelaide, South Australia. Diagnosed with EPI in April 2010. Currently on one Creon 25k per meal;
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Member Posts: 189 |
Olesia, Thank you for updating the recommended vets section on Dr. Lepley. I think it is perfect! I SO appreciate that, it's a tribute in itself. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Even though we technically don't belong here, I sure do appreciate the support that was giving to us when we were searching for answers. Maybe stumbling upon here will help me to help others who have an EPI pup in the future. I can't thank EVERYONE enough! who knows???? Maybe I may be able help some one (or some pup) out later on with all the info I have gathered. Thanks Megan | |
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-- Owned By Chase.... aka "Monster," a non EPI Shepherd Husky mix who has digestive issues. Feeding TOTW salmon. He is currently taking Pred and Reglan and doing great! Low weight 68 lbs Record weight 105 lbs as of Jan 2012!
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At initial testing - TLI 1.2 (range 5-35) B12 254 (range 249-733) folate 20.2 (range 6.5-11.5) Natures Domain, Pancreatin 8x dosing is 1tsp per cup, Trinfac-B Intrinsic Factor daily, probiotics with each meal and glucosamine chondroitin in the am. Stable and happy 95 lbs 8/15/11
Maxwell, you need to eat more!!!
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