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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9-4-2023 Urgent Update regarding TLI test results
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Olesia711 » 04 Sep 2023, 13:23
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From Texas A&M Gastrointestinal Lab:
Canine trypsin-like immunoreactivity assay
IMPORTANT: new reference interval and decision thresholds
The cTLI assay we use is a commercial assay made by Siemens that is widely used...
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Dear Trixie's Momma,
You are very welcome.... we suspected for a very long time now that many of these dogs were were techinically not EPI but yet responded to EPI treatment (like the enzymes) were segueing into EPI.... we...
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Last post by Olesia711
26 Sep 2023, 18:17
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2023 EPI Research Announcement
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Olesia711 » 08 Sep 2023, 17:07
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After 7 long years of the largest and most detailed EPI Microbiotic and Metabolomic Research study we finally have results of this study.
However... due to the complexity of the study, myself and Dr. Barko worked on...
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Thank you, Olesia.
Barb
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Last post by Barb
10 Sep 2023, 18:36
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Hunny spitting up all of a sudden
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HunnysMom » 27 Sep 2023, 18:06
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Hi all,
Hunny has been doing great for awhile now since I first came on to the board which is almost a year ago.
However, she has started over the last 30 days or so spitting up again. This had not been happening for a...
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aside from the spit-up... when you see a dog start licking their lips like this usually means their tummy is upset... and with our EPI dogs,,, upset tummy usually means their SID/SIBO/dysbiosis is out of control.
In your...
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Last post by Olesia711
27 Sep 2023, 20:35
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Need a Food Recommendation
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Sadie_Fidelco » 27 Sep 2023, 13:30
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Hi Everyone!
New to the forum --- this is an amazing site with an incredible community and evolving information! Have been reviewing information for the last month or two & wanted to start to actively ask the community for...
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Sport Dog Elite/Herding Dogs, and Taste of the Wild/High Prairie OR Pacific Stream. If you want something more pure, and if you don't need to worry about the cost, I am currently feeding Tucker Fresh Pet, from the pet aisle...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
27 Sep 2023, 16:50
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New to the forum
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Vossiesmom » 22 Feb 2023, 07:25
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Hi all!
My name is Marie and (one of) Vos' mom(s). We live in the Netherlands.
Vos has recently been diagnosed with EPI. Which felt like a big relief, because for 6 months we saw her getting skinnier and skinnier, putting...
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Another reason we incubate the enzymes is to help inhibit or discourage mouth sores.
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
27 Sep 2023, 11:22
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Numerous Stools per day
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louisamurray19 » 25 Sep 2023, 18:00
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Hi, This year we have added a 2 yr old Pem Welsh Corgi who has EPI to our pack.
His EPI test came back showing virtually zero pancreatic enzymes - lab actually ran the test twice to make sure. We give him 1/2 cup of kibble...
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Well 0.5 cTLI is the lowest I have seen. Mind you, I didn't know what EPI was till about 4 months ago.
I have had better luck with taste of the wild high prairie. I am not sure the flavor makes a huge difference though....
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
26 Sep 2023, 20:24
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2024 EPI Calendars are ready!!!!!!!!!!!
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Olesia711 » 23 Sep 2023, 13:31
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Hi everyone,
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Just wanted to let you all know that the 2024 EPI Calendars are READY!!!!!!!
First, I would like to give a HUGE THANKS for 3 wonderful ladies, Dina, Jess and Laura, who stepped forward to take...
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Ahh thanks! I am glad you like the calendars..... i personally am especially thankful that 3 wonderful volunteers stepped forward to create these calendars for us, without them we would have had to scrap doing them.
A long,...
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Last post by Olesia711
26 Sep 2023, 18:24
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Help, itchy skin out of control
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Priscilla 317 » 24 Sep 2023, 07:55
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Hi all,
My dog is an EPI dog for over 5 years and my vet prescribed pancreatic enzyme powder and vitamin B12 for her. She react very well with these medications except for her dry skin. In the first 3 years since EPI, we...
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You might be talking about a pyrethrin spray. I would stay away from that as well.
I am talking about a lidocaine or antibacterial spray. It should alleviate the itching for a while, and possibly help it not get worse.
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
25 Sep 2023, 22:29
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Dog passing quite hard stool
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Junemason1973 » 19 Sep 2023, 03:09
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Hi,
My dog Jyn has been doing really well on enzorb, pre and pro biotics and a gastrointestinal food.
But the last couple of days he's been passing hard dry stool, I haven't changed anything regarding his meds or diet so...
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I,too had good luck with pumpkin, Hopefully, when the steroids are finished, you will see improvement.
Let us know.
Barb
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Last post by Barb
25 Sep 2023, 15:22
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Prayers for Tucker
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Tuckaboo Pam » 16 Jul 2023, 09:35
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Hey Everybody. I haven't been able to be on the forum in quite awhile. Lots of family stuff has been happening. It's good to know this place still chugs away.
Those of you who know me will remember that it was my Tucker who...
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I got 2 of these. They are kind of heavy and clunky but accomodate a small stick or thick one.
GoSports Chew Champ Bully Stick Holder for Dogs - Securely Holds Bully Sticks to Help Prevent Choking - 8 Inch Size
There are...
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Last post by jilbert57
24 Sep 2023, 17:56
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Last post by Mister McBoots
23 Sep 2023, 20:02
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EPI Katana - Book series!!!
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Olesia711 » 18 Sep 2023, 14:25
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Epi4Dogs are pleased to announce that one of our EPI dogs, Katana, became the “muse” for Ashley Petit-Homme (Katana’s human companion) book(s).
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This is the book:
Katana is the main character in a...
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so glad you ordered it for your kids Pam.... i too ordered one for my grandson :)
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Last post by Olesia711
21 Sep 2023, 19:29
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Starting Enzymes
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GSD Dad » 09 Sep 2023, 20:47
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Hi everybody,
My GSD Luna is 6 months old and has recently started having all of the symptoms of EPI. She’s been having rough stools and we’ve been up every night for 2 weeks. She had been on metronidazole and pro pectalin...
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Now that you have the correct diagnosis... you can proceed :)
As mentioned by others, i would start supplementing with B12... i personally used Wonderlabs Pet Factor B12.
Also.... i agree with your vet but not for the same...
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Last post by Olesia711
21 Sep 2023, 19:28
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Enzyme Product question
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PipersMom » 16 Sep 2023, 05:45
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Jody our Nutritionist wanted me to ask the following:
Hi Shawn, I was curious if anyone in your EPI group has tried this product? Raw pancreas isn't always easy to find so this seems a lot easier for people. I wondered...
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Thank you all.
I use PancreVed Powder and plan to stick with that. Our Nutritionist wanted me to see what others here thought.
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Last post by PipersMom
19 Sep 2023, 05:01
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Bad Breath
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PipersMom » 11 Sep 2022, 12:21
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Hi, Piper has been doing great but recently we had to go to an internist because she was getting lots of vurps. He changed her diet from The Farmers Dog Beef Recipe to me cooking her food for her. It is also a lot lower in...
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Some good news
After removing the cottage cheese and keeping the three meals at 1 cup each her stool stabled out and was good. That lasted 4 days. This morning her stool was super soft and mushy although I was able to pick...
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Last post by PipersMom
16 Sep 2023, 05:40
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Hair loss in a dog with EPI
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awesome » 02 Oct 2018, 11:57
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Hey Folks,
I am new to the EPI4DOGS forum. I rescued a 3-1/2 shetland sheepdog in April. Shortly thereafter she was diagnosed with EPI. Started her on the enzymes and B-12 injections. The first enzyme we tried didn't work so...
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Hey Folks,
I am new to the EPI4DOGS forum. I rescued a 3-1/2 shetland sheepdog in April. Shortly thereafter she was diagnosed with EPI. Started her on the enzymes and B-12 injections. The first enzyme we tried didn't work so...
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Last post by willy66
15 Sep 2023, 09:07
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round of tylosin for maintenance
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REGIFLOR » 21 Aug 2023, 17:45
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Hi all, My Hannah dog has been stable for so long it was surprising to observe a flare up as I refer to it - in her stool (more liquid, yellow, some flatulence) . This August flare up seems to coincide with her skin...
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My vet goes in our back yard & points out the plants my dogs are likely allergic to. She also says to have my dogs all step in warm water & pat their paws, every time they go out. It's hard to keep up with this, so yes to...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
14 Sep 2023, 17:59
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Having issues for the first time in a while.
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zoetaylor96 » 30 Aug 2023, 17:47
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Hello everyone!
It's been a while since I've posted on here. Due to this incredible page, we have had a wonderfully healthy pup for a while now. He has been on a strict diet of First Mate chicken and blueberries, Enzyme...
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Hi Zoe,
How is Archi doing now?
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Last post by Olesia711
13 Sep 2023, 18:49
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Possible to give viokace tablets without crushing
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Tag » 11 Sep 2023, 20:05
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Hi
I did ask for help recently on Cotazym given Viokace was discontinued in Ontario however Viokace is now available again so we're back on Viokace tablets 20,000.
We've had good success with the Viokace but our bernese is...
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is it that he is having trouble with the Viokase, once it is crushed into a powder and the powder is what is difficult for him to swallow....????
And yet, if you give him the Viokase pill whole (not crushed) it just doesn't...
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Last post by Olesia711
13 Sep 2023, 18:29
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Anyone good with designing banners???
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Olesia711 » 11 Sep 2023, 16:24
Hi everyone,
Epi4Dogs is looking for help from someone good with graphic designs
We are trying to re-do our Epi4Dogs backdrop/banner for when we go to conferences, events, etc to educate others about EPI but we really...
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Last post by Olesia711
11 Sep 2023, 16:24
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New EPI Dog Mom
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MyahsMom » 21 Jul 2023, 15:26
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Goodness! I am almost in tears having finally found a site that has real people dealing with the real issues of EPI and helping each other through the process. My girl Myah, a mutt rescued off the streets 9/21 and recently...
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Were we talking about bloat when I said that? If so, taking in too much liquid while gulping down food, is listed as a contributing factor to a bloat attack, which can be deadly. BUT---YES, if it ain't broke, don't fix it! I...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
09 Sep 2023, 12:23
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Possible EPI - please help
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Winnieph1 » 30 Aug 2023, 01:31
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Hello - I don’t know where else to turn to so I’m hoping someone can help me please. I’ve been to my vets but unfortunately they haven’t been of much help, I am booked in for a second opinion at a different vet on Monday and...
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Hi Paige,
SOOOoooo glad that you are starting to see Winnie's old self emerge once again :).
Please continue to keep us posted!
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Last post by Olesia711
09 Sep 2023, 12:06
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brown vomit
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Trish » 30 Aug 2023, 10:49
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I joined this forum in February shortly after adopting an EPI dog.
I can't thank you all enough for the information you provided- my vet is behind the times and not willing to update. Thanks to you, Flurry is stabilized on...
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My dog Bailey had acid reflux for years and could not get to the bottom of it no matter what we tried. He'd run out morning or midnight and vomit up white bile. He'd be licking and gulping air and burping. He was diagnosed...
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Last post by TonyAU
08 Sep 2023, 08:40
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New - Need Urgent Help 6 yo Cavoodle with Pancreatitis/IBD/Colitis
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TonyAU » 01 Aug 2023, 19:02
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I am new here. Olesia suggested i gather what vet records i cna and submit here for assistance.
In Summary
Bailey (male neutered) is 6 yo has been suffering with Pancreatitis/IBD issues since age 1 when he would throw up...
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Thank You Barb and All.
Mistakes i made was trusting the vets. Perhaps in emergency situation to keep my dog alive, but not actually for the long term better health of the dog.
Also, i am biased towards all natural...
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08 Sep 2023, 08:27
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