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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HUGE EPI 2020 calendar discount!
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Olesia711 » 26 Nov 2019, 12:38
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Hi everyone,
I just went to CreatePhotoCalendars to order my EPI calendar from our Products page and CreatePhotoCalendars has a huge up to 50% discount .
If you are planning on ordering your 2020 EPI calendar..... you...
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that is fabulous,
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Last post by Jean
27 Nov 2019, 03:31
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Newly diagnosed dog
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halcyon » 23 Nov 2019, 15:29
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Hi. I have been reading and learning. My dog was diagnosed today with epi. His level are at 1.5 for the epi tat itself and his b12 is low. I ordered a sample bag from enzymediane today. Does anyone know how long it takes to...
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Hello! Welcome to our EPI family. I just got to your thread in time to participate in the Happy Poop dance! Yes, we have all been there.....thrilled to pieces to see solid poop from our pups. Nothing weird about us.....LOL....
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Last post by Barb
26 Nov 2019, 18:24
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Tucker is getting fat
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Tuckaboo Pam » 23 Nov 2019, 21:22
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While debating whether or not our new skinny hound shows any sign of weight gain, we looked at Tucker, too. We noticed that in addition to not having any ribs showing, our EPI boy no longer has a waist! We'd hate for him to...
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Yes, I think that cutting the kibble by half a cup daily would make sense; the current quantity allows him to gain weight, so weight stabilisation would call for a slightly lower quantity of food.
Either this, or have him...
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Last post by ColtAn2
25 Nov 2019, 08:15
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Trainee Police Dog Rana - UK
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by Jenna » 23 Nov 2019, 01:14
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Hi Everyone!
I’m so glad I stumbled across this forum! Please help!
I’m a Police Dog Handler in the south of England & and I have a 15 month old GSD named Rana. When we met back in September this year she was fit and...
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Nature diet has a good reputation. My Marti did well with fishy flavours.
Forthglade smuggle peas in, which Epi dogs aren’t good with. Also bear in mind that if you are avoiding chicken, the turkey might be too similar.
I...
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Last post by Patsy
24 Nov 2019, 18:10
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Poorly poohs
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Floramac » 21 Nov 2019, 14:41
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Kenzies poo has been inconsistent for the last 3 weeks. We initially thought it was due to stress from all the fireworks. Started to get worse 6 days ago with grumbly tummy etc. Upped the Tylan to 1/4 tsp twice a day. 6 days...
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MMetro is available in UK
However, it has side effects, some neuralogical, but is a brilliant drug
Oxytetracycline is the one we used , however, it has to be taken on an empty stomach, 1 hour before food or 2 hours after...
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Last post by Jean
24 Nov 2019, 04:27
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New Member Introduction- Help needed
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by IanW » 13 Nov 2019, 03:33
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Hi all,
I have a 7yo Flat Coated Retriever bitch, Jazz, who we thought for years had a sensitive tummy. After numerous vets visits and a recent, lengthy bout of sickness including weight loss we have finally had her...
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Hi and welcome to our EPI family. You are in good hands with Jean and Patsy in the UK, however, something stuck out to me - you said other levels were normal. Please know that EPI dogs need their B12 levels in the high side...
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Last post by Madelon
23 Nov 2019, 23:09
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New problem/UTI
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Pattib » 22 Nov 2019, 18:11
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Hey everyone,
I have a question. Tinkerbell has developed a UTI and Vet gave her an antibiotic injection called Convenia. It lasts 2 weeks and avoids having to give it orally. I’m wondering if it’s going to make her SID...
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Hi there. You should be fine with the UTI meds, however, I'm wondering why the vet gave the appetite stimulant? If your dog has not reached it's goal weight, are you feeding 150% of the food for the weight your dog SHOULD...
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Last post by Madelon
23 Nov 2019, 23:01
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New Skinny Dog
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Tuckaboo Pam » 16 Nov 2019, 08:06
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I am rescuing a very skinny hound mix, and I wonder if you have any advice. I think maybe her problem has been underfeeding, so I'm starting there, adding 50% more kibble, and I'm adding B12, if that makes sense. I have not...
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Nothing is off topic in this group and THANK YOU for taking care of this pup :) If you're dealing with some off poops, Slippery Elm is great for a non-EPI dog or an EPI dog. As Jill said if you're trying to add weight try...
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Last post by Madelon
23 Nov 2019, 21:57
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My beloved Shelby
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Hoosier » 20 Nov 2019, 18:49
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Yesterday we had to say goodbye to our beloved Shelby. She was not just a dog she was my baby. I had to spoon feed her just like you would a baby for the last 4 years of her life so she would eat her food with enzyme. She...
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Sheila, I am so sorry. She is in heaven now, where all dogs are good dogs, and all have homes, where there are fields full of squirrels to chase, and where the angels all have dog biscuits, which they feed her any time she...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
21 Nov 2019, 16:18
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MY THOUGHTS ON EPI
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Jean » 21 Nov 2019, 06:10
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I posted this on the old forum some years ago
you have this dog or cat and its ill, and it looks to you for help and you havent a clue, and they get thinner and thinner and more pathetic and you look on the website and...
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Thank you Jean for re-posting Your Thoughts on EPI.... a very good read!
And Maria, thank you so much for your very kind words ... so many us us have been in your shoes when are dogs were first diagnosed or struggling with...
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Last post by Olesia711
21 Nov 2019, 14:01
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Last post by Jean
21 Nov 2019, 02:46
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Merry, the Cattle dog
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Olesia711 » 16 Nov 2019, 12:44
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It is with heavy heart that i write this for Maureen, the human companion to Merry.
Merry was a Cattledog who was well managed for over 13yrs with EPI and just passed away at the grand old age of 16+1/2 years. Once she...
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Merry had a long wonderful life thanks to you. Run free sweet Merry.
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Last post by Madelon
20 Nov 2019, 22:53
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Creon vs powdered enzymes
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Pattib » 28 Oct 2019, 18:53
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I was having so much luck with the powdered enzymes. In just 3 weeks Tinkerbell’s poop is perfect and she is gaining weight. However, now she has mouth sores and won’t eat the food. Should I try creon instead? Should I stop...
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Thank you. Senior vitamin is a good idea.
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Last post by Pattib
20 Nov 2019, 11:49
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POISONOUS ESSENTIAL OILS TO DOGS
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Jean » 18 Nov 2019, 04:27
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JEAN
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Thank you, Jean. I am going to pass this along to my daughter. I don't use the products, but she might. I will check.
Barb
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Last post by Barb
19 Nov 2019, 12:53
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10+ weeks of green diarrhea-struggling
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MomofWinston » 16 Nov 2019, 15:46
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Hello -
I have written before. I have a Welsh Corgi who has been diagnosed with EPI and SIBO.
This after roughly four weeks of diarrhea and numerous tests. That was early October.
Have used two different regimens of...
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Hello. I am so sorry your pup is having difficulties.
Sometimes finding the right food fit for your dog is the hardest part at the beginning. We went through many different foods before we found the right one for Kolby. So...
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Last post by Barb
17 Nov 2019, 15:56
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Home Made EPI Treats
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by IanW » 16 Nov 2019, 03:15
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Bought a dehydrator to make Jazz some natural treats. Anyone have experience or good ideas/recipies to make EPI safe treats, meat/fish/veg with enzymes ?. Initial experiment with sweet potatoes and apple got the snoot :D
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Here is the link to treats from our Epi4dogs site:
There are recipes for dehydrator .
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
16 Nov 2019, 11:26
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Tylan uk
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Floramac » 11 Nov 2019, 08:07
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Hi, can those of you who use Tylan in the UK tell me approx what you pay, 100g soluble.
Thanks
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nice one !
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Last post by Jean
12 Nov 2019, 07:10
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isn't eating
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Btekrony » 11 Nov 2019, 09:47
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My George is struggling with eating again. Yesterday, we managed to get some chicken and rice in him, but he was still very reluctant to eat. We did the best we could to sprinkle enzymes and water on it and allow it to...
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You are very welcome.
Of course, giving more enzymes won't help with right now with the inappetence , but on the flip side, insufficient enzymes can encourage SID to become more uncontrolled and with some dogs, when they...
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Last post by Olesia711
11 Nov 2019, 22:47
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B12 info and weight gain help needed
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Tarynseiverd » 07 Nov 2019, 19:43
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I need some guidance!! My boy ruxin was about 90-95lbs in june this year. He was diagnosed in august i believe and was 68lbs. He had gained some weight and was last weighed in about a month ago at 72lbs but has since seemed...
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whatever you do , keep a record of the outcome of that change
goodluck
Jeanx
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Last post by Jean
11 Nov 2019, 03:35
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Tylan to Slippery Elm
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Tuckaboo Pam » 08 Nov 2019, 05:13
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I would like to start weaning Tucker off Tylan and see if slippery elm will do the trick. How do I do this? He currently takes 1/4 teaspoon Tylan, twice a day with meals, has been for about two months now, and he is doing...
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So, Jean, maybe I should just try & reduce the amount of Tylan. I hate to risk messing with his gorgeous little poos, but Tylan is so expensive here. I give a tiny bit to my maltipoo, also, and she has been straightened out,...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
08 Nov 2019, 17:10
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Older Shiloh Shepherd
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AnubisofGuardian » 12 Sep 2019, 17:43
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Hello all,
I'm new to this forum although I've had my EPI shepherd for ten years now. He was diagnose at just over a year old and he's been relatively stable for the last eight plus years. Now though in the last eight months...
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So I've started incorporating a bit of the Gas-x stuff in or before his meal and Anubis seems to be 'ballooning' up less which seems to make him more comfortable. I think I found the delicate balance in regards to...
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Last post by AnubisofGuardian
08 Nov 2019, 13:35
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My dog has a fever now????
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Hoosier » 19 Oct 2019, 23:08
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My Shelby is now running a temp of 104.4. What can I do at home to try and reduce it? I cant lift her to take her to an emergency hospital either. I cant find anyone at home either on a Saturday night to help me.
I have...
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have you tried ear wipes for the head shaking ?
Kara had permanent ear issues, usually with yeast and her paws started as well,
they crack you up
im dont know how long they stay is the system , maybe the manufacturers...
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Last post by Jean
07 Nov 2019, 10:48
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FIREWORK SEASON
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Jean » 04 Nov 2019, 04:32
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over here in UK we are approaching Guy Fawkes night fireworks everywhere
and I know elsewhere there are firework celebrations for the forseeable future
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the RSPCA has issued this , and I found it a good all round piece...
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Thank you, Jean.
Barb
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Last post by Barb
05 Nov 2019, 19:53
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Layman's observations of EPI
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ericjohnson » 04 Nov 2019, 09:44
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I have one dog with EPI and it's been well managed for about 7 years. She just recently earned an AKC Senior Hunter award at age 9 so we are proud and are familiar with EPI treatment.
Last Friday we took in a rescue dog for...
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Hello, Eric,
He is so fortunate to be with you. I was going to suggest a test for diabetes also. Let us know what you find out.
Barb
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Last post by Barb
05 Nov 2019, 19:49
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Ate an ornament
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Tuckaboo Pam » 01 Nov 2019, 20:10
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Tucker ate a big styrofoam ball today; I heard him shredding one & took it away, but that's when I noticed the other one was gone. In his stomach, gone. My vet told me to give him pumpkin to push it through, so I laced it...
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I'm just catching up......so glad you found the styrofoam ball...outside of Tucker.....'tis the season. Our Bridge German Shepherd would eat anything plastic....including the plastic around our razor blade shavers!!...
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05 Nov 2019, 19:27
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