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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GSDs with and without Needed!!!!!!!!!!!
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Olesia711 » 28 Mar 2025, 09:36
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Hi everyone,
GSDs (German Shepherd Dog) needed with & without EPI!!
Epi4Dogs is working with the University of Georgia geneticists, Dr. Leigh Anne Clark and Thais Fontenelle. They are looking in a new direction for the...
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Pam... also a big thanks to you too for participating in this GSD EPI Genetic research :)
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Last post by Olesia711
14 Apr 2025, 18:20
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Zuko's EPI Diagnosis
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zuko419 » 14 Apr 2025, 19:42
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Hi, everyone--
I have been watching this site and perusing these forums for about a week now, wondering if my dog, Zuko, has EPI. He has officially been diagnosed as of today, April 14, 2025. I am grateful we have an...
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Olesia, thank you for these helpful sources. I'll be sharing with my vet, who is very open to research from what I've experienced so far.
We pick up his powdered enzymes at the vet office tonight. So glad they are finally...
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Last post by zuko419
18 Apr 2025, 16:43
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Request help with suspected EPI in 4 year old Indie mix
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EmBee » 11 Apr 2025, 09:46
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Hi All,
My name is Munmun and I am writing in from Delhi, India. My younger one, Posto, is a 3.5 year old Indian mongrel.
This is going to be a long post — please bear with me. I’m really worried about my dog, Posto....
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i would try to find another B12.
The 1000mcg of Methylcobalamin is perfect,
and the Nicotinimade is fine
but the Pyridoxine may or may not be so good for Posto... so to err on the side of caution, maybe try to get a...
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Last post by Olesia711
18 Apr 2025, 14:04
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James Wellbeloved dry food
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RaymondBarton » 07 Apr 2025, 23:51
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Hi all, Has anyone any experience with James Wellbeloved dry dog food? Our pup is currently on Royal Canin Golden Retriever, and she's doing/looking great and has really healthy poop, but shocking gas. After speaking to our...
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We've used James Wellbeloved for our dog with a sensitive stomach, and it worked great, good coat, less gas, and the variety of flavors makes it easy to rotate proteins.
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Last post by coeddie11
18 Apr 2025, 05:55
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New to EPI-guidance for Cooper
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Cooper@NC » 18 Jan 2025, 08:09
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First, thanks so much for this website and your vast knowledge. EPI4Dogs has been a turning point for us as we navigate a new diagnosis of EPI. Cooper's first symptoms began in mid September 2024. He was diagnose with EPI at...
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look at A-Typical Cushings also..... as the typical Cushing symptoms are not common........
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Last post by Olesia711
17 Apr 2025, 19:14
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Switching from canned food to raw
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Atagrl66 » 27 Feb 2025, 20:14
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Previously I wrote a long message only to have it deleted. So this message will most likely be shorter. So frustrating.
I have 10yr old yorkie, schnauzer, mini pin mix who weight 12.5lbs
Approx 4 years ago she was...
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sorry to hear that she is having a rough day... hope the omeprazole helps and that tomorrow will be a better day!
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Last post by Olesia711
17 Apr 2025, 19:12
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Long lasting EPI friendly chews
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Danica » 14 Nov 2023, 19:40
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Hello!
I recently adopted a 3 year old German shepherd with EPI dx. I’ve had her for about 3 months and she is in great health and we have a great routine with her meals and enzymes. But I was hoping to learn about any long...
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Thank you that’s good. you get ground bone for your dog. It’s important that he gets the bone in his system.I have researched that the bones are important part of the raw diet. he seems to be doing fine with chicken necks....
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Last post by hooley68
17 Apr 2025, 16:26
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Myla - New EPI Diagnosis
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Shehn » 14 Apr 2025, 21:43
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Myla (6-year-old GSD) was diagnosed with EPI April 11th, 2025
TLI <1.0
Cobalamin 153
Folate 45
On my previous vet appointment (February 2025), they wanted her to gain a couple pounds. Myla has always been a fussy eater on...
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ahhh... weight gain...... it varies from one dog to the next.....some start gaining weight in a few weeks, and only take a few months to gain back all the weight they lost.... but then there are others that can take a couple...
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Last post by Olesia711
17 Apr 2025, 13:43
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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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hi Susie and Doug,
I am so sorry that Oscar is struggling again.... thanks for sharing these observations:
very lethargic, not putting weight on his hind legs, trembling when standing, zero muscle mass on his hind legs,...
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Last post by Olesia711
17 Apr 2025, 10:40
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Has anyone ever adjusted enzyme doses to specific foods for dogs with EPI?
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DarylJohnson » 16 Apr 2025, 07:07
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Hi everyone,
I am taking care of a dog who was diagnosed with EPI 2 months ago and is now doing better with Pancreatin enzymes. However, I have noticed that he reacts differently depending on the food, even though I am still...
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I feed raw. When first starting out, I was feeding meat from one supplier that had a pretty high fat content. (Enzymes was and still is Creon capsules). I had a minimum enzyme dose worked out that eliminated acid reflux and...
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Last post by Chance
17 Apr 2025, 02:35
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What can I feed my dog with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency?
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jilbert57 » 15 Apr 2025, 08:38
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I am sorry you are having problems with your pup.
Have you been supplementing with B12 oral or shots to maintain a proper level? Low B12 can cause inappetance and other symptoms.
Are you hearing belly rumblings or acid...
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i agree with Jill.... 1st thing is to give B12, as what you described is typical of low B12.....and at least if it is not the B12, any excess B12 he is given he will just pee out.
But in the meantime.... to entice him to...
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Last post by Olesia711
15 Apr 2025, 10:44
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How to get kitten to take Tylosin powder?
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WilfordGleichner » 14 Apr 2025, 04:10
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Species: Cat
Age: 8-9 months
Sex/Neuter status: Female, spayed
Breed: American shorthair
Body weight: 7.5lbs
History: Has had incredibly bad smelling diarrhea since we got her when she was about four months old. I made a...
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Hi, I buy empty capsules off Amazon and make my own pills with the tylan powder. Game changer! I also bought long tweezers and simply dip the capsule in to fill then pop the other half of capsule back on. I make up a weeks...
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Last post by JJinOhio
15 Apr 2025, 09:28
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Pancreatic Enzyme Powder
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Betzyfans » 07 Apr 2025, 11:08
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Hello everyone
Betzy is our amazing Staffie cross and about 13 years old. Shortly after we adopted her some 10 years ago she was diagnosed with acute Pancreatitis which we've kept under control with a low fat diet and...
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Betzy sounds like such a lovely girl—13 years old and still going strong despite pancreatitis is a real testament to your care! ❤️
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Last post by RavenGarner
15 Apr 2025, 04:33
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Shortage of Dogmeds uk
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by Lenus » 18 Oct 2021, 04:55
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Hi all, apologies for the long break since last post but thanks to the help and advice I received here, we've been good. Firstly, for anyone who has suffered loss or illness since I was last here, please accept our deepest...
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Ahh.... she is LOVELY!!!! but OMG it sure is very unsettling when you cannot get the proper meds for your dog.
Some other options to try is CHemeyes, LLC... they have pancreatic powder for EPI dogs.... or if you are having...
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14 Apr 2025, 11:27
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Last post by jilbert57
13 Apr 2025, 11:25
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New to EPI (Very rough month for Leo)
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TheHerd2009 » 04 Apr 2025, 09:46
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Hello All,
First I’d like to say I appreciate this forum and any feedback that can be provided. We have a 10 year old Boxer who has always been very healthy with walks daily and nutritious diet. About a month ago he...
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If slippery elm is working, you may not need Tylan right now. It won't hurt him any to give both, but we usually recommend Tylan if slippery elm doesn't work
I wasn't saying to use the injection, I was only answering the...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
12 Apr 2025, 16:38
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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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Oh wow. I am glad you have discussed it with your vet. Good that it's temporary! I can see that it would lower vit D levels (as well as other fat soluble vits).
How did the vit D toxicity even happen?? Dogs with EPI don't...
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Last post by Chance
11 Apr 2025, 23:10
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10 Year old ridgeback mix won’t eat, limited option diet
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Mnordicolo » 06 Apr 2025, 14:41
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Hello,
I am a new member after my ridgeback mix Lila was recently diagnosed with EPI. We have been through a lot this last year. Lila has some GI issues our regular vet hadn’t been able to figure out, she diagnosed her...
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Oh no! I am so very sorry to hear this! It's something you can just never prepare for; even when you pretty much feel it's coming. One always just hopes.
You certainly did absolutely all you could for her. She knew that....
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Last post by Chance
11 Apr 2025, 01:41
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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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Farmian,
Will you please introduce your puppy or kitty and give us a typical day in feeding and medications?
Please include Epi test results for Tli, B12 and folate.
Thanks so much.
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
09 Apr 2025, 09:30
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Minnow 4 yr old Weimaraner needs advice...
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Minnow2025 » 06 Apr 2025, 11:20
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Hello All,
I have scoured the forum and perhaps I'm just a little dense... Minnow our 45 lb( normally wt is 49) Weim was DX with EPI last week. Timeline below
1/18/25 DX with pancreatitis cpl = 1400 ug /ml
3/24/25 cpl =...
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Has the kidney levels been tested? ALT, ALP, etc. Kidney issues can high cTLI and even high cpli. If the kidneys can't clear the blood it can build up. I am not saying it is that, but I want to cover all bases.
I will say...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
07 Apr 2025, 15:05
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James Wellbeloved dog food
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henderson » 07 Apr 2025, 09:01
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Hi all
Hope you are all ok.
Our 11yr GSD has been on James Wellbeloved Fish and Rice food for a number of years now and we havnt really had many issues. Last week his new bag of food arrived and biscuits were slightly...
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I have sent them an e.mail for advice on which would be best for a senior dog..
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Last post by henderson
07 Apr 2025, 14:10
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New diagnosis with EPI
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edwardsh6 » 06 Apr 2025, 05:01
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Unfortunately I'm in the same boat as a lot of people on this forum that recently we had a diagnosis of EPI.
I'm trying to learn all about it and trying not to do a cost comparison compared to saving my best friend, Scout....
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Hi SCout's human companion.
I highly recommend Enzyme Diane's' enzymes. The 6x is comparable to the prescription enzymes. What i really like about Enzyme Diane is that you know the EXACT potency of the enzymes of every...
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Last post by Olesia711
06 Apr 2025, 11:59
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Dave's Bland diet ingredients
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RW1818 » 02 Apr 2025, 18:56
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Anybody use this?
What are your thoughts on the ingredients?
Crude Protein (min): 8.00%
Crude Fat (min): 6.00%
Crude Fiber (max): 1.50%
Moisture (max): 78.00%
Dave's Pet Food Restricted Diet Bland for Dogs, available in...
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Keep us posted, and ask all the questions.
When I got the first jar of enzymes from the vet it was 8 ounces, and I did the same thing, calculating how many teaspoons the jar contained and I came out thinking it was going...
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05 Apr 2025, 20:06
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EPI nightmare
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RW1818 » 30 Mar 2025, 18:26
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This medical condition is something else. I will try to be brief and to the point. My GSD is 12. Newly diagnosed late February. Blood work was sent to Texas. I would post it but cannot locate it right now. We had a...
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Okay... he definitely has EPI with a 5.9 TLI value.
The Pancreatic Lipase value is only a snapshot in time.... so this reading is irrelevant for an EPI diagnosis.
But definitely EPI via the TLI test results.
'B12 is...
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Last post by Olesia711
05 Apr 2025, 19:37
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cTLI Test for Foster Dog Dillon in NC
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Dillons_friend » 24 Feb 2025, 21:27
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Hello everyone!
Let me start by thanking the Epi4Dogs Foundation, without which we would be totally lost!
Dillon, a 2-year-old black lab mix, came into my (Vivian) life on a recent Saturday when I saw his foster mom...
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Ah that's great that he's taken on by the rescue! He's such a sweet and handsome boy, so I think he'll be adopted quickly!
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28 Mar 2025, 01:28
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