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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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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Hello everybody
Thank for answering
I will ask my brother if he has PayPal. I want to help epi4dogs. Epi4dog is a savior so I want to support any way I can. I will let you guys know when i donate.
For the Assisi loop it...
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Last post by Nat_99
05 Nov 2024, 00:34
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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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Thanks for the info Jeremy. I will check to see if this is available in Canada. If it is, it most likely it will be prescription status. I can get Creon at cost but going to the vet for rx's is just a hassle so I will stick...
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Last post by Beatrice
04 Nov 2024, 15:27
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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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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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I totally understand the stress of managing EPI; my dog went through something similar, and it was a real rollercoaster. It sounds like you’re doing your best with Juniper, especially given everything else on your plate. I’d...
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Last post by Ashima
31 Oct 2024, 17:55
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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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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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Getting picky eaters to try new things can be tough! You might want to try mixing in some tasty toppers like plain yogurt or canned pumpkin. Sometimes, warming up their food can make it smell better and more appealing....
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Last post by Ashima
31 Oct 2024, 17:46
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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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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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Last post by Olesia711
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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Last post by Jay Fletcher
28 Oct 2024, 00:53
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New member
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Cheb1313! » 22 Oct 2024, 22:18
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Hello all.
My name is Cheryl and I am the proud owner of Alfie, my beautiful German shepherd who will be 4 years old in December .
6 weeks ago he was rushed into surgery with a GDV- they had to remove his Spleen as they...
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I have found that the more exercise my dog has during the day, or anxious or over exvited the later poops will be soft.
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
27 Oct 2024, 18:47
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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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HI Rivers..... do let us know if going back to incubating the enzymes helps and upping the enzymes just a tiny bit....
And yes... we have ALL been known to pray to the poop gods ... for a good one :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Last post by Olesia711
26 Oct 2024, 20:24
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Cinda - GSD - EPI, SIBO, IBS or Tylan for Life?
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MrHT » 12 Dec 2023, 05:32
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Hello. I am Pawel, from Poland. I have two long-haired German Shepherds, a male and a female. Currently, they are two years old. Since they were puppies, they have had food-related issues. They suffered from a Giardia...
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Oh that's pretty devastating news about Cinda still struggling so. But on the upside, it sounds like you are finally making some headway with that weight gain!
It sounds like she's suffering from IBD now. I have to wonder...
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Last post by Chance
26 Oct 2024, 18:14
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Creon not working (yet?) and other issues
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jmeredith19 » 24 Oct 2024, 16:20
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Hi all--I'm back looking for advice, and with more details this time--hoping it could help. Apologies if this is long.
My girl is 16.5 yo, 7.5-8 lb dachshund (normal weight is > 8.5). She had pancreatitis twice in the past...
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Olesia, can you clarify---I am already giving her Creon 10,000 (1/2 capsule with each meal). Would you suggest I go up to the full capsule of Creon 10,000 at this point? Also, I do give her some white potato with every...
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Last post by jmeredith19
25 Oct 2024, 21:31
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New to EPI diagnosis and have a few questions
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Mavy » 20 Oct 2024, 20:38
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Hello. My 4.5 year old German Shepherd, Maverick was recently diagnosed with EPI. He’s thankfully not underweight and currently doing great. Vet is putting him on the powder and B12 injections. He has always been free fed. I...
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Sooo glad that Mav ate maybe a little easier than you expected. That's an awesome relief.
Dogs instinctively know what they need, I think. When I had ordered some raw pancreas for Chance one time, my supplier said good...
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Last post by Chance
25 Oct 2024, 00:29
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New to EPI and need to advise
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KASIAKASIA » 01 Sep 2024, 14:17
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Hi everyone, our dog Poppy was recently diagnosed with EPI, long story short, after many trips to the vet in London (many times admitted to veterinary surgery, blood tests, 💩tests and thousands of ££££ spent) our dog was...
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Wow! That's a really great update! So glad everything is coming together so well for Poppy!
Regarding food, I agree about the ultra processed foods.
Personally, I feed raw. But home cooked would be a close second. I...
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Last post by Chance
24 Oct 2024, 00:32
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Monoclonal Antibody Meds ok for epi dogs?
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Greyden » 23 Oct 2024, 01:19
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Hello!
We have had our Non-EPI dog on Librela for arthritis for a while and he is doing great!
Our other Non-EPI dog has had Cytopoint for allergies and responded extremely well.
Both are monoclonal antibody meds.
Has...
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I have been looking into too. From what I can tell there are tragedies involved.
It seems to have the same rules as Prednisone. Can't be given with nsaids and definitely don't want to give it with history of kidney disease....
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
23 Oct 2024, 18:44
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How much enzymes?
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Megan87 » 18 Oct 2024, 03:25
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Hey all,
My boy Ghost has just recently been diagnosed with Epi but not SIBO. He had his first B12 injection Monday the 14th and began Creon 35000 on the Tuesday.
The vet said he wanted to start him off on a bit higher...
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Don't focus on amount of pills per day, or you'll be pulling your hair out very quickly.
Enzymes are given with every meal. They also don't stay around in the system after the food has passed through. So by the time you...
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Last post by Chance
21 Oct 2024, 17:40
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Question on intrinsic factor in EPI
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CharlytheSheltie » 01 Sep 2024, 13:14
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My 2 year old, almost 3 year old sheltie, was recently diagnosed with EPI after about 2 months of us noticing that her poop was changing colors to a very pale color and then resembling cow patties. She was started on IM...
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hi Jennifer.... everyone has given you all the right suggestions with regards to Charly's possible set back with the stools... so i won't add to that ............... BUT...................... what i would like to share is...
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Last post by Olesia711
20 Oct 2024, 16:09
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NINA
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Tuckaboo Pam » 24 Mar 2024, 11:25
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This will be a bittersweet and lengthy post, about two well-loved EPI doggies. Some of this will be a repeat, but as the day draws near, I'm a little nervous & I could use some support.
Some of you know that last November I...
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Lol agree! It has been passed down from Mickey that all I do is hit the boiled egg on the side of the sink and whatever 2 dogs I currently come running and promptly sit at attention!
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
20 Oct 2024, 10:39
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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 great! I look forward to hearing the reports from both people trying Micrazym!
If it works as well, I might try ordering some myself to have on hand in case Creon becomes even harder to find.
Cali looks like an...
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19 Oct 2024, 02:14
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