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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EPI and mood/aggression
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Nedlands » 02 Dec 2019, 00:20
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First of all hello. I have been coping with EPI for the past 4 years since my GSD, Titan was diagnosed. He has always been a little aggressive/edgy but recently this has worsened. I am at my wits end but it was suggested...
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Glad the B12 is helping. Sorry but I don't have any advice for separation anxiety other than what I've heard works for others on other sites - CBD oils, playing music/leaving TV on - leaving a shirt that smells like you - a...
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Last post by Madelon
28 Dec 2019, 01:38
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A VERY HAPPY AND SAFE CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE
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Jean » 24 Dec 2019, 05:23
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Hello everyone
Just a few lines to wish you. your furfriends. and family, a very happy Christmas and safe holiday
Lots of love
Jean
Forum Director
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from me and Ruby doo bee xoxox
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Last post by Ruby
27 Dec 2019, 21:28
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new food trial
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Tuckaboo Pam » 14 Dec 2019, 16:35
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I'm trying Tucker on Canidae turkey & rice kibble, and I just realized the fiber content is 5 %, phooey. Well, so far the texture of his poo hasn't changed, but the color has gotten more gold than light brown. Could that be...
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Hi Faye. Thanks for the suggestion of the dog food, unfortunately it appears it contains grains and legumes which don't do well with most EPI dogs, even the grain-free duck appears to have types of grains in it. There are...
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Last post by Madelon
26 Dec 2019, 21:23
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just a reminder about potentially fatal foods over the holiday
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Jean » 24 Dec 2019, 07:47
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dogs love to steal as we know
Christmas pudding. and cake can be fatal and is a no, no of gargantuan levels
currants sultanas and raisins can be dangerous, as can onions chocolate, caffeine, cooked bones, etc etc
Kara was...
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You know, I have never been sure when Tucker's symptoms actually started, but I know that by April last year I was seriously looking into a reason for his stuff that had been going on for awhile. I can't help remembering the...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
25 Dec 2019, 18:26
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Emergency enzymes! Need ideas now
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Tarynseiverd » 22 Dec 2019, 13:22
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Hello all! To start Ruxin has been doing amazing. Hes gaining weight and has solid poops every single day! But now i need help finding an enzyme substitute since i had to wait til the last minute to order more from diane...
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Hope you were able to find something. EnzymeDiane has a list of emergency enzymes on her website and is always available by phone.
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Last post by Madelon
24 Dec 2019, 22:28
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AMAZON SMILE
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Jean » 18 Dec 2019, 15:39
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So far, people shopping in the US with Amazon ,and choosing EPI4DOGS as their nominated charity have helped raise $2745.14 for the cause
Salutations
Jean
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It's amazing how much it adds up. Please remember, The Epi4Dogs Foundation is a true non-profit organization - ALL of the donations go 100% in their entirety towards EPI research and spreading awareness/education of EPI - we...
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Last post by Madelon
24 Dec 2019, 22:26
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Bubba - New Diagnosis
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Amy M » 17 Dec 2019, 12:29
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Hi all! Brand new here. Grateful to have found this website and forum! I've been reading through all the different topics available...it's all a bit overwhelming of course. We have a consult with our vet tomorrow and curious...
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Glad to hear you have a good poop - nothing like seeing a firm, dark poop to bring a smile to your face :) (I never thought I would be that person yet here I am LOL).
Okay, what your vet is saying regarding the enzymes, etc...
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Last post by Madelon
24 Dec 2019, 22:14
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Diarrhea
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Ruby » 13 Dec 2019, 11:04
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Please direct me. Ruby has diarrhea and I would give her chop meat boiled and rice. But, I don't know how to use the enzymes Creon with the food. (She can't tolerate chicken and no sweet potatos). How often should I feed her...
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So glad Ruby is improving! Good for you that you figured the Creon out.
Barb
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Last post by Barb
21 Dec 2019, 20:17
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enzymes to share
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by BMDmom » 12 Dec 2019, 17:09
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Hi all, I have enzymes I don't need and will share. Don't worry, the dog is still with me but turns out she has a different problem. Zuey never met full criteria for EPI when tested 4.5 years ago, but in consultation with my...
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Thank you, Vicky, for being so generous. I am sure those enzymes will be appreciated.
Just for interesting information, our German Shepherd, Kolby, had a terrible time stabilizing when he was first diagnosed 10 years ago....
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Last post by Barb
21 Dec 2019, 19:47
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Santos Needs a Home
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Madelon » 11 Dec 2019, 14:12
Absolutely No Negative Comments Please - let's just find this sweet boy a home. Here is Santos' story:
Santo and Sadie appeared on my property in Nov 2016. Both were more than half starved. I adopted them together. For a...
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Last post by Madelon
11 Dec 2019, 14:12
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Happy Thanksgiving!!!
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Olesia711 » 28 Nov 2019, 10:05
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Just wanted to stop in and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving...... enjoy your day with lots of good food, good times with family and friends...surrounded by happy dogs.
Happy Thanksgiving.jpg
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See, things happen for a reason, Koda has a permanent home, love it
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Last post by Jean
10 Dec 2019, 04:30
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Back to Square One with Santo
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Rebecca2 » 03 Oct 2018, 14:13
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Thank you, Olesia. I saw that you recommended The Wonderlabs B12 and that it was available on Amazon so I ordered it yesterday. I will increase the PanaKare Plus tablet to four a meal X3. Because of the fecal transplant . I...
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Thank you very much for caring. I will send email and photos to both of you. Rebecca
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09 Dec 2019, 23:10
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How much B 12?
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Pattib » 09 Nov 2019, 20:41
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Hi guys, My 10 lb Tinkerbell is currently getting B-12 injections every week for the past 5 weeks. The Vet said to go to once a month after 6 weeks. But her level was so low <150 on the TLI test and I read 600 is a good...
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Hi Patti. I just realized your dog weighs only 10lbs. Here is a link to the dosing instructions for B12
So if using the WonderLabs pills (contains 1000ug) I would start with 1/4 of the pill.
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Last post by Madelon
09 Dec 2019, 13:56
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Dog Food....suggestions
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jrose0315 » 27 Nov 2019, 07:50
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I've had my GSD Kahlua on Purina ONE True Instinct for a year now. He was doing VERY WELL. Gained a TON of weight. Over the last month I've noticed a significant weight loss. No change in Poop though, still firm and formed....
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Just wanted to see how Kahlua is doing. Did increasing the B12 help? I had my boy on 2 WonderLab pills a day for about 2 years and then tried to reduce to 1 pill a day - he lost 6lbs. When I went back to 2 pills a day he...
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Last post by Madelon
09 Dec 2019, 13:49
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Hello! and Tahi needs HELP.
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Winona Holl » 05 Dec 2019, 14:45
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Hello Lovely People,
I am new here, but not new to EPI. My girl Tahi is an 11 year old GSD and has been dealing with this issue her whole life. It comes in and out of balance. Right now we are WAY out of balance, and need...
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Hi. Just want to check in and see how things are going and if you were able to reach anyone regarding the enzymes.
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Last post by Madelon
09 Dec 2019, 13:25
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One smelly little dog!
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Bruinwar » 01 Dec 2019, 11:08
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Hello all,
First let me thank everyone here who helped us from the beginning. Our Pug Shadow is doing well. She appears to be symptom free, poops are perfect (ha!) & according to the vet, is at a perfect weight (seems a bit...
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Hi. I agree - if its from the mouth you might try some brushing or additives to the water. I don't think it's EPI related. I'm the world's worst as I don't brush my dog's teeth - they won't tolerate it and I have to pick my...
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Last post by Madelon
08 Dec 2019, 22:49
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poop is liquid
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TankTank » 06 Dec 2019, 08:30
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Hello
Tank was doing well for a long time, but for the last month and a 1/2 poos have gotten soft and liquid but does not look like orange cowpatties like his poop did before he was diagnosed epi. the only change was b12 ....
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Hi John. Yes as EPI dogs age they seem to need a bit more enzymes. In my opinion I would try increasing the enzymes and see if things improve, if they don't I would definitely go back to the exact dose of B12 you were using...
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Last post by Madelon
08 Dec 2019, 22:34
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ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE FORUM ETC
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Jean » 13 Nov 2019, 07:14
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Our administrator Craig, is a volunteer fire fighter in Australia, and has gone to help where he can, so if you have any problems whatever
email me
[email protected]
Jean
Forum Director
I agree with you on both issues. Such a great EPI group of caring people.
Lisa
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Last post by Sadie'sMom
07 Dec 2019, 05:41
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Roxy needs help !!! 8 year old female chihuahua
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Roxy Dyer » 02 Dec 2019, 04:21
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Looking for some direction.. I’m very concerned for my darling Roxy.. She was diagnosed with EPI about 6 years ago and then was diagnosed with diabetes about 3 years ago. A couple of months.. we’ve managed to keep everything...
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I'm so sorry you and Roxy are going through this. I too have a Roxy (non-EPI). I'm glad Olesia chimed in - please keep us posted on how things are going.
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Last post by Madelon
05 Dec 2019, 21:51
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Stable for couple of years, now relapsing
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sapresley » 13 Oct 2019, 21:29
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Maddie is my pomapoo, about 12 years old now. Was diagnosed with EPI a few years ago. We've been fighting fleas, but nothing else has changed in her diet. I finally got the fleas drops to put on her and the fleas have slowed...
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Hi Maddie's mom. I am so sorry to hear of the fleas - pesky little pests that serve no purpose in my opinion. Anyway, I am wondering if your sweet girl might need a tweak up in enzymes. We have seen throughout the years that...
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Last post by Madelon
05 Dec 2019, 21:32
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Last post by Jean
28 Nov 2019, 13:21
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Fireworks nervousness
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Floramac » 21 Oct 2019, 05:53
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Hi, can anyone recommend any calming tablets. Kenzie gets very anxious and stressed with fireworks. There are so many on the market, I am hoping someone has found good one? I thought maxxidog - maxxicalm Calming Aid for...
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He started to react to many strange things, like the waffle iron buzzer and the sound of football crowds on TV. We are pretty sure it was neurological with him because he developed Degenerative Myelopathy later in life....
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Last post by ColtAn2
27 Nov 2019, 09:42
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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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