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 Andrea,
YES... i think stressors play a BIG part in bringing EPI to the forefront is a dog has the propensity to develop EPI.... However, on the flip side... i do think that with all the wonderful advances society has...
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Last post by Olesia711
19 Sep 2024, 12:05
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Question about Slippery Elm and poo
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Cheb1313! » 06 Nov 2024, 17:01
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Hi All .
I thought I had cracked it with Alfie. we haven't gone backwards that much just when I thought I was going forwards I havent .
2 days ago we had Diarrhea, which was full on 15 minutes after eating it only happed...
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Hi CHeryl.... so if i understand your post correctly... it sounds like the SLippery Elm is NOT making any difference. correct?
I looked back at the poo pics..... and they are not that bad... so my thought is to try a...
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Last post by Olesia711
13 Nov 2024, 10:46
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Dehydrator Temp Input
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JinxsMom » 10 Nov 2024, 19:50
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Hi all...still, as many of you...working through the process...I make my own treats with his wet food. I have recently read conflicting information on this forum and other resources, about the maximum temp that items can be...
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Andrea.... AHHHhhhh so you have an Excalibur too? i LOVE mine... it's been great... but mine must be much older than yours... i don't have the living foods option.... but then again... my Excalibur Dehydrator is over 10+...
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Last post by Olesia711
13 Nov 2024, 10:40
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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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Love it! Thank you for this advice. Super helpful. I hate that we have to educate the vets... the look they give me is priceless (if not infuriating sometimes!). But I work with rescues and we see it all so have to do our...
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Last post by JJinOhio
13 Nov 2024, 08:33
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Is my A-Dog developing Epi?
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Pippin&Runa » 11 Nov 2024, 18:49
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Hi, thanks for adding me to the group. I am looking for some answers and hoping to find some insights. Pippin is an 8 year old Standard Poodle female 52 pounds. Dx with primary Addison's Disease at age 3. she had been well...
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It is certainly not uncommon for a dog to have more than one auto immune disease. And EPI happening after pancreatitis is also not unheard of. Poodles do Addison's disease very well! Almost better than Sheppard's do EPI...
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Last post by Chance
13 Nov 2024, 00:57
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New EPI diagnosis
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CaliGirl » 18 Jan 2021, 11:43
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Hi everyone! I have been frantically trying to get into this forum. I have a brand new pug puppy, her name is Cali. She was a gift from my boyfriend after we lost our dog of 13 years to bladder cancer. We got her from a...
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Oh that's great news that Micrazym is working well! That's really encouraging to know that there is other enzyme options out there. Here we have the option to import the power OR get Creon prescribed. Importing was...
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Last post by Chance
13 Nov 2024, 00:26
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please HELP--calling GI experts--dog wont eat
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jmeredith19 » 11 Nov 2024, 15:15
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HI everyone. I'm here hoping you can help me. My girl is 16 and change and has EPI---and other GI issues, and over the past 2 weeks--her appetite has dwindled to nothing. She has had pancreatitis 2x this summer, and a liver...
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Oh my, you really have done everything possible for this sweet girl! Hopefully stopping or reducing the Cerenia does actually help!
That really would be a challenge with knowing whether to give the enzymes or not. I do...
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Last post by Chance
13 Nov 2024, 00:14
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New to EPI - Looking for any help I can get!
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Barb645 » 11 Nov 2024, 07:53
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Good Morning, my name is Barb and Carli my German Shepherd mix was diagnosed with EPI on Oct 18th. I got her from a rescue group when she was one and she is now 5 years old. She was not in good shape when I got her but at...
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yes, go with the 6x. Not only is it easier to work with when figuring out the dose... the 6x is equivalent to the prescription enzymes that the vet sold you :)
If you want something easy for when you travel, either...
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Last post by Olesia711
12 Nov 2024, 20:24
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Arthritis meds?
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Greyden » 07 Nov 2024, 11:09
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Hi
Wondering what meds might be useful for arthritis. Dot has bone spur and chipped bone in her front elbow from launching off the porch.
She is subject to seizures so librela is out.
Vet suggested Galliprant - adverse...
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WOW! What great information! I have lots of research to do
Thank you soooo much
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Last post by Greyden
10 Nov 2024, 22:48
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My Boy Tucker
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Tuckaboo Pam » 12 Nov 2023, 16:17
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Today we let our good boy go. His episodes had started to come more frequently and severely, so we felt we had to do it for him. This weekend we managed to keep him comfortable with aspirin, valium, water, and Hershey's...
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My heart breaks for both of you and your beloveds.
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Last post by Greyden
10 Nov 2024, 22:05
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Remi’s EPI Journey – Seeking Guidance
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rivers » 29 Sep 2024, 04:24
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Firstly, we are very grateful this forum exists. EPI can be overwhelming with the vast amount of information, and this forum has been a valuable resource for us.
Remi’s Info:
Breed: Long-Haired German Shepherd
Age: 2...
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What a beauty!
Keep up the good work, I hope a change of diet helps!
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
10 Nov 2024, 09:14
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Help I think my dog has epi
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Nat_99 » 06 Oct 2024, 08:50
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Hello I have 14 years old chihuahua dog. His weight is 4 pound. He has chronic pancreatitis. He has been in and out of hospital 3 times in a month. The vet gave him iv fluid and anti biotic for 3 days and monitored in...
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I can't recall how much this lady had spent in total on the equipment. But the pads themselves were over $25,000 and the table was $600. So she had gone all out. Definitely trying to do the best for the upcoming business....
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Last post by Chance
07 Nov 2024, 15:17
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Micrazym 25,000
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Eddiespaghetti » 20 Oct 2024, 01:14
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Micrazym AVVA Pharmа Pancreatic Enzymes - 25,000 USP Effective Pancreatic Enzyme Supplements - Digestive Enzymes for Digestion - 50 Fast-Acting Capsules with Amylase, Lipase and Protease
Wanted to start a new post about our...
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I also agree this is incredibly valuable information. Especially since Micrazym is apparently the only enteric coated enzyme available without prescription.
I think I will eventually try Micrazym, to compare to Creon. I've...
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Last post by Chance
07 Nov 2024, 01:38
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Help my puppy
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erapyburnis » 28 Oct 2024, 12:59
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Recently, my 12-month-old puppy's levels were found to be borderline diagnostic for endocrine pancreatic insufficiency, or EPI. In order to determine whether adding enzymes to her food will assist, my veterinarian advises us...
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try mixing the food with a bit of warm water or broth to make it more appealing. You could also test different textures (like softening dry food or mixing wet and dry food). Adding a small amount of a high-value treat, like...
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Last post by charlieoliver
05 Nov 2024, 23:36
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Natural anxiety treatment?
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maya193 » 12 Nov 2021, 16:26
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Hello all! I was wondering if anyone had tried any natural anxiety treatments/regimens and if they worked. I always try to go natural whenever possible but understand some times pharmaceuticals are a must. Your insight and...
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My dog was also struggling with anxiety and sometimes even impulsiveness and these natural treatments helped a lot.
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Last post by Ian44
05 Nov 2024, 17:43
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11 years ago you banded together to fly a dog to Canada...
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[email protected] » 22 Aug 2024, 13:40
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Hello everyone,
My name is Carol and I haven't been here in years because honestly my dog Thor's EPI has been very well controlled for so long. Thank you Diane! I'm sure many people have come and gone in those years but...
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What a lovely story! Wow. How many Canadians have I come across that gave an EPI dog a 2nd chance at life?
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Last post by Beatrice
04 Nov 2024, 15:24
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Raw Pancreas portion confusion
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jkblack » 20 Jan 2024, 11:55
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On this page it shows that One to three or four ounces of raw pancreas can replace one teaspoon of pancreatic extract . SiriusNaturalPetFoods.com said that I should give my dog 1oz per 10 lbs of the dog's weight. For a 64...
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it's all about starting with the recommended dose BUT then adjust accordingly. In the end, as mentioned above... there simply is some trial and error involved......
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Last post by Olesia711
02 Nov 2024, 20:29
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Trixie's new digestive upsets
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TrixEPIMama » 14 Oct 2024, 11:33
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Trixie (~4YO cattle dog mix) has always done well on her -- admittedly non-standard -- EPI regimen (described in the footer to this post). Her poops are still sterling, but in the last three weeks her digestion has otherwise...
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Hi Trixie's mom,
Sorry i'm a day late with this response.... but to answer your question.....although i don't know for sure.... i don't think you could have prevented sludge by giving more potent enzymes........
Please do...
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Last post by Olesia711
02 Nov 2024, 20:25
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Enzyme Supplements for EPI Dogs?
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Olesia711 » 30 Oct 2024, 11:44
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we will gladly give you some suggestions, but where are you located, USA, UK, Europe, INdia ????
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In the UK, I think Chemeyes or Lypex are the most commonly used enzymes. I believe Chemeyes has a B12 supplement that's also used quite often.
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Last post by Chance
31 Oct 2024, 22:09
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Prepping food the night before
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Bruinwar » 25 Oct 2024, 16:43
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Is it okay to prep breakfast for our pug the night before? Meaning adding the enzymes to her food with warm water, let it sit for 20 mins, then seal & refrigerate it.
It would be nice if she didn't have to wait for her...
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Yeah, prepping breakfast the night before sounds like a solid idea! I do that for my dog sometimes, especially when mornings get hectic. Just be sure to store it well in the fridge so the food stays fresh and the enzymes...
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Last post by Vitalaqu
31 Oct 2024, 17:50
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Capsule question
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Curtis » 29 Oct 2024, 15:11
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Good afternoon all,
My pup is having issues with excess stomach acid thus reducing the effectiveness of the enzymes. My vet has suggested trying to use capsules to bypass the stomach acid and after some reading here I see...
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Hey there! I totally get your confusion—it can be tricky figuring out the right amounts for capsules. When I had my dog on enzyme supplements, I found that filling two 00 capsules about 3/4 full usually gave me close to 1...
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Last post by Vitalaqu
31 Oct 2024, 17:44
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Losing Hope for Xena. Trying Panzquin.
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Lolly » 27 Oct 2024, 02:47
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Xena is a sweet, gentle, loving, 7 year old Labrador Retriever.
Diagnosed in September. First given Pancreplus. Not much improvement in the few days she was on it.
Then I put Xena on Pantenex which I read was just as good...
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Raw pancreas has great results but it contains 10% fat I think .So she shouldn’t have much on the PLE diet. I truly hope you can get some food down her. Marti drove me to tears with my teaspoonfuls. Eventually I bought a tin...
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Last post by Patsy
31 Oct 2024, 10:47
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EPI Overwhelm
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ajlove » 21 Oct 2024, 18:54
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Hi, All; I'm AJ, and my spunky pup with an EPI diagnosis is Juniper. She started showing symptoms right at two y/o (8/1/24), loose stool, and weight loss followed. It took two months and several different vets to get the...
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Typically we suggest when starting with a probiotic... to start with less than 1/2 the recommended dose and work your way up to a full dose over the course of a week or two..
Sometimes it is just too much all at once for a...
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Last post by Olesia711
30 Oct 2024, 18:56
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Gentle Reminder........
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Olesia711 » 30 Oct 2024, 15:11
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For those who have not, but are planning to purchase a 2025 EPI calendar….. Please do so sooner rather than later.
These calendars will only be available until December 31st and the calendars are our main...
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30 Oct 2024, 15:11
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Hurricane MILTON & HELENE announcement 10-1-2024
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Olesia711 » 10 Oct 2024, 11:41
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October 10, 2024 (revised from September 27, 2024) SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Hurricane MILTON and Hurricane HELENE devastation….. Epi4Dogs ( ) would like to reach out to those who have been affected by these 2 natural...
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October 10, 2024 (revised from September 27, 2024) SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Hurricane MILTON and Hurricane HELENE devastation….. Epi4Dogs ( ) would like to reach out to those who have been affected by these 2 natural...
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28 Oct 2024, 00:53
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