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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Announcements
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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.
While you are there, click the 'spanner' menu item to...
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13 Dec 2018, 16:20
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Samples Needed!!!!
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Olesia711 » 07 Feb 2024, 12:30
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We are very pleased to announce that Epi4Dogs will be working with the University of Georgia geneticists, Dr. Leigh Anne Clark and Thais Fontenelle Carvalho Leme. They are looking in a new direction for the possible genetic...
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Hi Robert,
Just wanted to let you know that i contacted the researchers regarding your survey, and Thais will be contacting you directly. She apologized but said they received over 600 wonderful responses and that she is...
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Last post by Olesia711
02 Dec 2024, 14:07
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New to EPI - totally overwhelmed
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smilejinks595 » 25 Jan 2025, 11:11
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Hi All,
Firstly, thank you so much for this group, website, forum and information. I think we are very lucky to have a compassionate Internist Specialist Vet who helped us get here, but so much of all this is trial and...
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Creon is a human drug. And for some strange reason, it's not listed in the vets system listing all drugs. Apparently they can see almost all human medications, and pull up all information about it. But Creon is not one they...
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Last post by Chance
17 Feb 2025, 21:15
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EPI Flare up
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jenmoose42 » 16 Feb 2025, 13:16
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Hi everyone! I have an 8 year old German Shepherd named Buck. He was diagnosed with EPI about a year ago. I have been managing his EPI very well with no real flare up's except for now. He is on Pan-tenex twice daily with his...
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Ah, the dreaded cat box! That can get ya every time! I would be interested to know how you boogie trap it!! I just have a baby gate blocking the stairs, so the dog can't get up to it, but the kat can.
Actually I got lucky...
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Last post by Chance
17 Feb 2025, 20:53
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I screwed up! -- Rylee
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Chance » 24 Aug 2024, 22:58
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I screwed up big time tonight! I was attempting to make treats and clean the kitchen while feeding tonight. I forgot to give Rylee her pills (Creon) with her meal. I gave it as soon as I realized...about half hour to 45...
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Yeah, it's strange. If she had not been doing so well and gaining weight, I would think it more probable that she wasn't getting enough. But she was doing great and gaining appropriately.
She eats more than Chance did. And...
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Last post by Chance
17 Feb 2025, 20:39
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Introducing June, our English Springer Spaniel + EPI, itching, and/or allergies?
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JunieTunes88 » 13 Sep 2024, 18:59
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Hello everyone! First of all, I have to give a huge “Thank you!” to this forum and the folks running the site. While this is our first post here, I’ve been visiting Epi4Dogs regularly since our girl was diagnosed in Spring...
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Thank you both!! I bought some of the empty enteric capsules on Amazon and filled them today according to the technique on this site. We'll start with those and see how it goes. If that doesn't work, we can look into some of...
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Last post by JunieTunes88
17 Feb 2025, 20:27
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New to EPI. Weight gain question
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Kayla_h » 07 Feb 2025, 17:19
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Hello, this is my first time posting. 👋
Our 14.5 year old Vizsla Mya has suspected EPI. Did not have the cTLI test done (yet). She has all of the symptoms in addition to performing the Schebo fecal test from Enzyme Diane,...
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Wow, that's so crazy and sad.
If we hadn't done numerous tests prior I would without a doubt get it done, it wouldn't even be a question. Every single thing we (& the vet) could think of we tested for and all came back...
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Last post by Kayla_h
17 Feb 2025, 19:57
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Eddie/Jeremy Update
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Eddiespaghetti » 16 Feb 2025, 15:04
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Hello Everyone,
I am sorry I haven't been around much the last month. I have been incredibly busy. Finally it has been a good busy. New job, new animals.
Eddie is doing pretty well. He is back to kibble and broth. He gets...
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Great to hear Jeremy! Now we have another flavor of TOTW to recommend.
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
16 Feb 2025, 18:27
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New to EPI questions from the UK!
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scoozle » 28 Jan 2025, 15:41
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I’m so glad I found this forum! Hello from a cold and wet Wiltshire UK :D
Our Sproodle (Springer x Poodle) Oscar got diagnosed with EPI or at least something very similar 5 days ago and we started him on his new meds...
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Are you still feeding chick peas? They are high fibre and not easily digested, as are peas and sweetcorn. Sweet potatoes are good, and the sugar content handy for weight gain. Ok too are green beans, broccoli spinach and...
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Last post by Patsy
16 Feb 2025, 18:22
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NEW to EPI, Vega has been sick since October 2024
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Kaitdcarroll » 10 Feb 2025, 00:10
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Hello, my sweet 2.5 yr old girl. Vega, has been ill since early October 2024. In November 2024, she was diagnosed with IBD through an Endoscopy, and the vet mentioned SIDS is possible. She has tried a variety of antibiotics,...
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so sorry to hear all that you tried and are going thru. It could be another IBD flare up to the current protein (with typical SID).
WOuld it be possible for you to try (temporarily) a home-prepared IBD diet made with ONLY 2...
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Last post by Olesia711
16 Feb 2025, 14:17
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New to Epi- Crockett
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rebeccal » 27 Jan 2025, 19:18
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Crockett is a 2 yr and 8 month black labrador Retriever, current weight 63.5lbs. He was diagnosed with hypertrophic osteodystrophy and hip dysplasia at 6 months of age. He has been in and out of the vet almost monthly for...
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Andrea, you are correct.... in general EPI dogs have low vitamin levels..... BUT..... as we all have learned here.... every EPI dog is unique ... so we cannot assume that every EPI dogs is going to have the same...
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Last post by Olesia711
16 Feb 2025, 11:30
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Newly diagnosed Epi-Next steps?
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kcarozza » 11 Feb 2025, 16:46
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First of all, THANK YOU for this wonderful site--it was such a relief to find this after we got our dog's dx!
Background: Eve, (DOB 12-25-24), got her at 8 weeks old, pure breed GSD. Until 1/10/25, she was perfectly...
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yes you can switch all at once from Viokase to Enzyme Diane.... when switching between enzyme brands, as long as they are similar in strength (USP units) there is no need to switch slowly ... just go 100% from one to another.
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Last post by Olesia711
12 Feb 2025, 18:54
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NEW to EPI + DIabetes - 4 month puppy - Food Options?
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dbest11 » 06 Feb 2025, 13:00
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Good day!
Our 4 month old mixed breed puppy has been diagnosed with diabetes and EPI. She was hospitalized for diabetic ketoacidosis and pancreatitis for 4 days. She has been home for a week and her Texas AM lab work came...
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yep.... giving enzymes when not needed will not hurt UNLESS you give them long term... like a year.... and the dog doesn't have EPI and doesn't need enzymes.... Giving them long term is when you can cause an issue.
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Last post by Olesia711
11 Feb 2025, 18:14
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Thank you!
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jadedjennifer » 16 Jan 2025, 12:08
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I've been lurking for a while, and just want to thank this group for how helpful and generous they are with their knowledge on this crappy (literally) illness.
I'm sharing to both vent and help someone else in my same...
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once whatever is atrophied... it is gone.... but it is the remaining bits that have not yet atrophied that i am guessing can flirt once again with pancreatitis. Or at least i think this it how it goes.... best to further...
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Last post by Olesia711
11 Feb 2025, 18:07
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Any Benefit to Insurance if Secured AFTER EPI +Diabetes Diagnosis?
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dbest11 » 10 Feb 2025, 14:51
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We purchased a policy for our new pup, Cookie, because we have had a lot of ailments in our pets over the years. Unfortunately, her policy did not take effect until AFTER she was diagnosed with EPI, Diabetes, and a heart...
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I know the 3 diagnosed conditions wont' be covered unless I find a company that covers pre-existing conditions. I am guessing the premium would be exorbitant because until I get a firm plan for Cookie's treatment in place,...
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Last post by dbest11
11 Feb 2025, 11:15
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Looking to rehome my girl
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TashaMarie » 09 Feb 2025, 14:44
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*Delete if not allowed*
I'm currently going through breast cancer. The last 11 months has been hell on me physically, mentally, emotionally and financially.
I'm looking to rehome my EPI dog
(not just her, multiple of my...
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hi Michelle.... THANK YOU!!!!!!!! THIS WOULD BE WONDERFUL! i will give Tasha your contact information.... and you two can work it out privately.
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Last post by Olesia711
10 Feb 2025, 11:37
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Rescue GSD with EPI
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felixmoore » 10 Feb 2025, 03:25
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Hello,
We have a dog in our rescue with EPI. We had him before and had him balanced before he was adopted 4 years ago. He is not balanced now and I cant figure out what I am missing. We know he doesnt do well on peas and...
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i agree with Jill, it is probably that the food is not optimally agreeing with this dog..... TOTW Pacific Stream is a decent choice, but it does have peas in it... although low on the list, so it might be okay.
If you want,...
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Last post by Olesia711
10 Feb 2025, 11:34
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supplements with EPI
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Kerstin89 » 26 Jan 2025, 07:39
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Hi,
We have a GSD who was diagnosed with EPI over a year ago we are managing this well by using lypex. due to him getting older he needs to take supplements to help with his back but we can't seem to find anything that...
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i am not sure what kind of back problem you need to deal with.... BUT......we have used cold laser treatments on our pets personally with great success.... is this something you could look into that might help and not cause...
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Last post by Olesia711
07 Feb 2025, 22:34
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Olesia sends her apologies.......
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jilbert57 » 31 Jan 2025, 16:17
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She has been under the weather the past few days but hopes to be back soon answering everyones posts and spreading her wealth of knowledge around.
Jill
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She is taking care thank you.
Please take the time to start a new topic and introduce your pup so we can help.
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
06 Feb 2025, 08:47
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Cavalier King Charles with EPI
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JJinOhio » 11 Nov 2024, 11:50
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Hi, have just joined this group after my 6 year old CKCS was diagnosed with EPI. Vet thought it couldnt be the case given his breed, but he had all the symptoms and blood work confirmed. I have attached in case helpful! So...
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It can take a little trial and error with the enzyme dose. Sometimes it seems good when just giving tiny doses of enzymes in the beginning; like the body says ooooh, enzymes! Yay ! Then it realizes, oh, I need a little...
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Last post by Chance
06 Feb 2025, 01:19
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New to EPI - Food Recommendations?
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mommabear » 31 Jan 2025, 10:51
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Good Morning,
Our 1-year old mixed breed rescue Brownie Bear was just diagnosed yesterday with EPI... :( So, I am overwhelmed to say the least. But, so grateful to have found this organization and I'm doing my best to...
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Oh good, Rachel! YEA! I thought you were a couple days out. So remember, 1 teaspoon per 1 cup of kibble, a little less if the food is canned. Wet a little & let sit 20 minutes. I set the timer so she knows when it's ready....
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
02 Feb 2025, 18:46
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Probiotics?
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Prestigiator » 29 Jan 2025, 04:08
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I was looking at giving my dog some probiotics and I am looking at suggestions. I was looking at Total-Biotics. Is that good or would y'all recommend something else?
She is currently also taking Slipper Elm and b12 pills...
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I have not tried this probiotic myself, but it sounds decent enough.
But probiotics are all made differently. Also all dogs are also made differently! This means that what works for one, might not work for another. It also...
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Last post by Chance
31 Jan 2025, 02:08
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Fauna- New to EPI Questions
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Jo and Fauna » 25 Jan 2025, 01:46
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Hello!
I’m so grateful to have found this site and forum. My border collie/kelpie Fauna has just been diagnosed with EPI on Monday January 21st. Her TLI test came back as 1.6 but I’m still waiting to hear back about her...
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Hi Jo,
Great news on Fauna!!!!
As Jill mentioned.... making the food with enzymes ahead of time and leaving it out invites bad bacteria... the last thing you want Fauna munching on. Once you mix enzymes in food... you can...
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Last post by Olesia711
30 Jan 2025, 17:25
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Welcome Any Input on My Dogs EPI Condition
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Journey82 » 26 Jan 2025, 16:54
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Hello! I am new to this forum. I have a beautiful GS named Gypsy who is almost 1 yr old.She was diagnosed with EPI a little over a month ago,as she was losing weight and pooping loose stools ALOT! My vet put her on Hill...
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The Tylan will help with SiDs, which is an overgrowth of bacteria in their gut. That is the most common cause of diarrhea in EPI dogs. If SIDs gets out of control, the bacteria will start to steal B12. Which is why most EPI...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
29 Jan 2025, 23:11
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Giving supplements and medications
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Eljay » 26 Jan 2025, 06:31
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Hello everyone.
First, I’d like to thank everyone on this forum for all of the guidance I've received by reading through the various threads and for the genuine care and compassion that this forum has for EPI affected...
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My vet also felt the test was unnecessary, but after a while I went ahead & did it anyway. The forum helped me decide that was the best move. Before that, I ran a ScheBo test from Enzyme Diane, which showed that Tucker's...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
27 Jan 2025, 12:42
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At our wit’s end - Need suggestions
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Gasper91 » 04 Jan 2025, 20:00
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Hello all - I know there are many examples and threads of dogs with EPI, I’ve read through many and we’ve tried to implement as much as we could. But we are only experiencing minor success and we severely need help because...
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Hi Gasper,
Great news!!!! I suspect the main reason for the good poos now is due mostly to the food change and secondly to the addition of Slippery Elm. Finding the right diet for these dogs is often the final piece of the...
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26 Jan 2025, 11:46
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