Epi4Dogs Foundation Inc.’s mission is the advancement of science and education relating to EPI (Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency), yielding useful insights and positive outcomes in better managing EPI in dogs and cats. Our goals are to support and/or collaborate with veterinary EPI research and researchers, and to promote EPI awareness by educating the general public, pet owners, pet organizations, rescue and shelter organizations, veterinary schools and veterinarians.
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Mister Admin » 13 Dec 2018, 16:20
To make the forum easier to read all announcements with now appear in their own ' Announcements ' section.
Please visit Announcements to read important information.
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13 Dec 2018, 16:20
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pavements and sand
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Jean » 29 May 2023, 08:18
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Can I remind everyone that if you cant walk in your bare feet on either pavement, or sand, then your dog definitely cannot
also their fur can get very hot in the sun if they go in the water , and burn their skin, keep cold...
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No! I'm going to go check it out now, though!
I don't drive, and cats don't get sick when it's convenient or the weather is good, so we have to get a little creative sometimes. I think K&H made it? I think...There really...
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Last post by Montgomery
31 May 2023, 18:51
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2024 EPI calendar
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Olesia711 » 25 May 2023, 16:36
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START TAKING PICTURES OF YOUR EPI PETS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you are interested in your EPI companion (dog or cat) being a participant in the 2024 EPI Calendar(s)…. Email your pics to: Pics4EPI@gmail.com . This year we are...
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come on people raid your photographs , or take more
we have pages of memorials too, I still have mine when Kara died, so precious
so get snapping ASAP, we all love the pictures
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Last post by Jean
31 May 2023, 16:57
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EPI and Kidney issues?
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eliza_pie » 22 May 2023, 16:41
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New EPI Dog Mom Question: Is there a connection between EPI and Kidney issues? My girl is only 3 almost 4 years old and is having problems with wetting herself while sleeping even after she goes outside. She is a spayed...
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How absolutely gorgeous, my girl had everything know to man, and lived a producted life, and what a lovely name, is it from somewhere ?
My middle Shepherd had an issue on holiday as he couldnt stop peeing and it was an...
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Last post by Jean
26 May 2023, 04:14
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Disrupted Feeding Schedule
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Montgomery » 05 May 2023, 21:33
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My roommate has been in the hospital, and Montgomery's feeding schedule has been majorly disrupted. I work full-time, and though my boss adjusted my shifts so that it would be easier on the cats, he's still way off. I can't...
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We're back to normal now, so I don't have to be up until four. Normal is seven until four. I've had a three day weekend so I've been spoiled, up at ten to seven. It feels like I've slept until noon. Yes, she fills in while...
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Last post by Montgomery
22 May 2023, 09:02
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Help- new and can't stop the diaherea
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EgansMom » 18 Apr 2020, 21:01
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My German Shepherd guy is 10yrs old. I have always had trouble keeping weight on him. He has always had seasonal allergies that affect his eyes and ears but the last couple of years he has had terrible itchy skin with...
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we got pig pancreas from a slaughter house but maybe your local butcher might be able to source it for you
without sufficient enzyme things will not improve, i have never fed bones or bone meal, what about scrambled egg...
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Last post by Jean
20 May 2023, 14:30
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How to Stop the Vurping
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secretlybees » 19 May 2023, 11:27
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My EPI pup, Katara, has been stable for the last few years but this month we're had a big spike in vurping and now vomiting too.
Ive made no changes to enzyme or slipper elm amounts, her poops are still good, qnd she's not...
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can I ask is the vurping and vomiting in the morning, and is it actual vomit or white stuff
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Last post by Jean
20 May 2023, 04:11
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Help getting EPI/diabetes dog to eat
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portersmom » 23 Apr 2020, 14:12
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Our 6.5 year-old border collie/formosa mix Porter was diagnosed with EPI and diabetes mellitus last month after being hospitalized with severe pancreatitis and IMHA. He's been home for a month and still has a feeding tube...
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The one thing that works for Montgomery is nutritional yeast. He can't tolerate high fat, either. It smells and tastes like cheese. He seems to prefer Bob's Red Mill. Maybe it will work for your pup.
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Last post by Montgomery
19 May 2023, 22:41
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Cost of porcine enzymes
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michaelwilkshire » 27 Jan 2023, 11:10
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I wonder how many pets with EPI are dying or being put down because their owners can no longer afford the escalating costs of their life saving supplement? I get Zeus' enzymes from Enzyme Diane and have for may years. My...
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The precise number of pets with EPI who might be euthanized or die for economical reasons cannot be calculated. But for some pet owners, the expense of EPI treatment can be a serious financial hardship. Finding cheap...
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Last post by One40One
19 May 2023, 09:43
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Mental health n logistics
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Nainbud » 23 Jan 2021, 11:29
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* LONG POST ALERT*
hi everyone. I hope you all and your fur babies are doing well.
This post isn't about my dog's health as much as about the logistics in maintaining a balance with my normal life while taking full care of...
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Hi Mike, maybe you would like to introduce Busya to us in a new post? We would like to know about Epi test results, B12 and Folate, what diet you are feeding and enzymes.
Is Busya on any medications? Please start your own...
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Last post by jilbert57
16 May 2023, 12:25
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Tylosin Help
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PipersMom » 09 May 2023, 19:47
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My Piper is 48lb and I give her 1/8tsp 2x a day for her SIBO. However looking at the chart I see there is a new dosing recommendation.
I am really bad at figuring this stuff out so how much would I give her twice a day?...
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my girl was allergic to chicken and its derivitaves too
thgis might help
its called a smidgen, but it worked for us for 7 years
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Last post by Jean
12 May 2023, 07:16
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Epi, pancreatitis or something else?
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TheDude » 12 Jan 2023, 19:21
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I happened to find this forum while googling. I've been struggling with my now just recently turned 13 female Dachshund.
She has been diagnosed with pancreatitis when she was young. Always had her in a low fat diet without...
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I've had a few people bring it up, but you're told how difficult the preparation is, and I can't subject her to that right now. I have my doubts that she could be put under anesthesia at this time. Even in just three years,...
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Last post by Jean
12 May 2023, 05:42
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Seeking information (a bit desperately!)
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thereseiam » 07 May 2023, 08:59
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Hi all, I will apologize in advance as I'm afraid this is going to end up to be book length. I will try to keep it to just the facts.
I have an eight year old male German Shepherd, who has a lifetime history of severe...
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I have been a member of Epi4dogs since 2012 and have seen puppies to old dogs diagnosed. It seems to be all over the map. I hope you can get a diagnosis and be on the way to good health.
Jill
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10 May 2023, 12:02
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Last post by Olesia711
10 May 2023, 09:50
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Sport Dog Elite
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Corgeze » 30 Apr 2023, 16:33
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I have been feeding Sport Dog Elite for several years with great success. The company is having issues with getting the products in and not sure when a shipment will be coming in. I need to order more food so what is another...
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hi Melanie,
It is SOOoooo frustrating when they discontinue or are out-of-stock with a food that works............. too bad, cuz that Castor & Pollux appears to be a good food IMHO ...
SOooo.... try HALO ELEVATE red meat &...
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Last post by Olesia711
07 May 2023, 15:19
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Chronic Yeast Infections in Ears
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Nickademus » 29 Apr 2023, 10:41
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My 3 yr old standard sheepadoodle Tucker has had EPI for 2 years now. It’s under control very well and we don’t have any issues there. However, for about the last year, he’s been getting these chronic yeast infections in his...
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Thanks Cassidy for the ear cleansing info... and i appreciate the abstract on cleaning with hypochlorous acid. too... and of course it is always good to know of a less expensive product... I do appreciate Zymox products......
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Last post by Olesia711
03 May 2023, 12:41
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Overwhelmed
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Jordy » 28 Apr 2023, 12:28
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My name is Jordy. I got a German shepherd puppy Ciará from an international student last week after she had had her for 1 week. Long awful story. Pup baby is 3 months old.
During the trial it was evident she was sick. Very...
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Good evening from the UK
my girl was 14 months at diagnosis, we have had very young puppies on this forum
but just incase you havent had her EPI tested, you need to have a clear food fasting for 12 hours before; and ask...
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Last post by Jean
02 May 2023, 11:57
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01 May 2023, 23:30
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Food Intolerances
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GlassWolf » 22 Apr 2023, 20:28
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Has anyone had experience with their dog continuously growing intolerant of different foods?
I can only speculate at this point because it's been such a mess of trying to figure out and balance this with the ridiculous...
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Hi Matthew,
Yes we do suggest beef enzymes when there is a true pork allergy, even though it is not strong enough, but hope that if given enough it will help....it's like you do the best you can with what you have to work...
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01 May 2023, 08:32
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Enzyme dosing help please!
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SherriZ » 25 Apr 2023, 05:19
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I need some help please. Harley had been doing pretty good. I after I got the Tylosin. I am back to diarrhea and cow patties. Her current batch Has Protease 462,000, Amylase 610,400, Lipase 82,320. Prior was P- 512,400,...
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Hi Sherri, what food are you currently feeding?
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
26 Apr 2023, 09:33
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Long Time EPI Mom needs Sounding Board/Help
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LilySheltie » 24 Apr 2023, 17:45
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Hello to the EPI Family, it's been a long time since I've asked for all of your great suggestions/help. I will try to make this easy to follow.
Lily is our almost 15 year old Sheltie. She was diagnosed with EPI right before...
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Hi Jill, I don't think my earlier reply posted. I wanted to thank you for all of your insights and suggestions! All are very helpful :)
I have increased Lily's enzymes this past week and appreciate knowing that as EPI dogs...
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25 Apr 2023, 15:23
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Last post by jilbert57
24 Apr 2023, 14:34
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Beef Enzyme alternatives
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GlassWolf » 23 Mar 2023, 17:31
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Does anyone know of any good, affordable beef enzymes? Unfortunately Enzyme Diane is unable to stock hers. I emailed and she suggested Thrive Enzymes as an alternative, but with all of the amounts that I've calculated so...
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Interesting. In respect to the normal pork enzyme amount, how much is the amount that you would feed? I'd be very willing to give it a try with him.
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23 Apr 2023, 14:44
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Flare up or worse?
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HunnysMom » 16 Apr 2023, 15:25
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Hunny has been doing great for the most part with her enzymes and taste of the wild dog food.
She just spent the last week at a neighbors while I was away and she has come back not so great.
When she was dropped off she...
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oh yea.... it IS important to give the same amount of enzymes with the same amount of food.... you certainly don't want to give less then needed... this alone can cause issues. Forget the scoop... just use a baking measuring...
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Last post by Olesia711
23 Apr 2023, 11:27
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Newly Adopted 8 month old Kelpie with EPI
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RubySam » 21 Apr 2023, 17:16
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Hello everyone! First, I am so grateful for this group and I have already learned so much, before Ruby even arrived! I was able to order the Pan-Tenex, Wonder Labs B12 with intrinsic factor, and Slippery Elm prior to her...
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Regarding the k9 puppy gold. It actually looks like a good product.
My thought would be to start with the basics, and then if the poos are still a wee bit sloppy... add k9 puppy gold... but when you do add it, start with...
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23 Apr 2023, 11:15
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Best protocol for sitters??
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SusanD » 21 Apr 2023, 10:19
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Hello to everyone. I'm new, my name is Susan - this is my first post. Our cat Julie has EPI, diagnosed Oct 2022 after blood tests from TX A&M lab. Julie is 5 years old. We also have Penny, another kitty, who will be 5 in...
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some folks premix the enzymes in the food and refrigerate it....and don't have any problems....... BUT..... i personally never liked suggesting this, since you have to wait to let the food get back to room temp anyway......
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22 Apr 2023, 23:01
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