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.
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13 Dec 2018, 16:20
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March 2024 TLI test results update !!!
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Olesia711 » 26 Mar 2024, 16:18
Texas A&M Gastro Lab has firmed up the TLI test results numbers and interpretation:
INTERPRETATION
Canine trypsin-like immunoreactivity assay
IMPORTANT (updated 3/14/2024): new reference interval and decision thresholds...
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26 Mar 2024, 16:18
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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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Our girl, Elvira, was diagnosed on 3/11/2024. We would like to participate in any way we can.
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Last post by TheFatCampKid
13 Mar 2024, 12:56
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What happens when the dog won't eat kibble?
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mum2zorro » 28 Mar 2024, 10:41
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I hope I'm not being a pest. This is all so new. If the treatment for EPI is B12 injections and enzymes given with food.... what happens when they won't eat their kibble? At all?
Over the past month, Zorro has had a full...
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I strongly recommend a wet food topper. My dog is picky as well and will not eat plain kibble. He is currently on Ollie lamb and cranberries, but there are a lot of options.
He has had all of those until he gets tired...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
29 Mar 2024, 11:59
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Simparica Trio Chewable Tablets? and freeze dried Primal Raw Dog Food lamb alternatives?
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melissadeaun » 27 Mar 2024, 18:07
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I hope it's ok to start a new topic x2 on this. I couldn't find in my searches something that directly answered this in the forum search.
My then 1.5 year old Pembroke Welsh Corgi became sick in 9/2022. She went from 26-28...
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Hi Melissa, i understand your concern and applaud you for asking. With regards to tick and flea meds... if you are interested... here is a good read on the various products:
But in short.... IMHO, once a dog has a reaction...
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Last post by Olesia711
29 Mar 2024, 11:28
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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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when Nina arrives.... stay on the same schedule and after she settles... then maybe try other combinations.
Nina might being doing well with 3 tsps of enzymes per 2 cups of food if the food is not that optimal for her and...
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Last post by Olesia711
29 Mar 2024, 11:02
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Stool Regression
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Emma.cyan » 27 Mar 2024, 18:09
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Hi everyone,
My girl Cyan has been stable for almost two months now and all of a sudden she's having large volumes of stool again(only in the evening though). It's still formed, but has this weird greasy casing around it...
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Thank you for the clarification on the enzyme amount.
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
29 Mar 2024, 09:53
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Somewhat seasoned; but new dog
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Chance » 28 Mar 2024, 02:05
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Some here might remember me. :mrgreen: New dog, some similar symptoms
I have a new little looney toon, Rylee. She is currently 6 months. Lab.
Since age 3 months, she's had 3 GI bleeds. The first was days before what turned...
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Sorry Andrea I should have said the two enzymes I mentioned are Plant enzymes not Porcine.
I agree you could try a test.
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
29 Mar 2024, 09:45
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2 yr old Sheltie diagnosed with EPI
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virtualist » 08 Jan 2019, 15:34
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This is such a great forum and I have been reading many posts. They are so helpful to me. My name is Sara and my Sheltie is Sophie Rose, 2 and a half years old. She is a tricolor and a beautiful puppy with a wonderful...
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I used CBD Oil for my dogs when we go to our Vet. They are so excited when we go outside. I gave them CBD Oil 15 to 30 minutes prior. CBD oil for our pets can treat health issues such as digestive or upset tummy,...
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Last post by Aarsonhfr
28 Mar 2024, 09:04
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New here and needing feeding advice
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mum2zorro » 25 Mar 2024, 10:39
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Hello. I'm Judy, and my pup is Zorro. He is a black and white Coton de Tulear, only 15 months old, who was diagnosed last week. He's so young to have such a serious illness! (I wanted to include a photo, but since I'm...
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He is actually not eating today... at all. Not with yogurt coating the enzymes, not with turkey broth on enzymes, not with just water on the enzymes....
He just won't go anywhere near his food. It's very disconcerting.
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Last post by mum2zorro
27 Mar 2024, 17:27
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Introducing Changes - Is Mushy stool good enough to expect?
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Mackie's Mom » 13 Nov 2023, 18:01
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I would really appreciate feedback, as Mackie Mac has had five weeks of consistently mushy stools, score of 6 on Purina fecal scoring system. Although, she has gained 3 lbs in that five weeks time. Her weight pre-EPI was 79...
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Thank you all for the explanation of increased water intake.
Elvira has been drinking and urinating 2 to 3 times more than normal. We have a vet appointment soon, so we will still have it looked at. But, the reasons stated...
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Last post by TheFatCampKid
27 Mar 2024, 14:49
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Enzyme Diane still the best price/quality?
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mtndoggracie » 26 Mar 2024, 13:01
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Hi all,
We are three years into our EPI journey with our dog Gracie and have very few exciting updates—no news is good news with an EPI dog!
I've just purchased another kilo of enzymes from Enzyme Diane and couldn't help...
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thanks V :) for sharing this with us..... it does work... we now need to figure out if using enteric coated capsules can save us even more money :)
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Last post by Olesia711
26 Mar 2024, 20:11
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Happy St. Patricks Day
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Olesia711 » 17 Mar 2024, 14:57
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Just wanted to pop on and wish everyone a very Happy St. Patrick's Day!
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Just wanted to pop on and wish everyone a very Happy St. Patrick's Day!
st-pats-puppy600.jpg x trench run
Happy St. Patrick's Day to you too! May your day be filled with luck, laughter, and all things green! :) :)
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Last post by etehonda
26 Mar 2024, 02:56
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Canadian-based Company
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TigerBiger » 15 Nov 2023, 12:51
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Hello all,
We're creating a company here in Canada to be an enzyme provider. This will avoid import tariffs and currency exchange rates.
To do this, one of the Market validation stages involve - will people want this?- if...
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In the context of EPI (Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency) in dogs, enzyme supplementation is often necessary because the pancreas fails to produce enough digestive enzymes. These enzymes are essential for breaking down food...
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Last post by timothyferriss
25 Mar 2024, 22:23
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Bailey - 3y Golden Retriever - Symptoms persist
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rhodeco@hotmail.com » 31 Oct 2023, 15:15
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Hi everyone,
Our Golden Retriever, Bailey, was diagnosed with EPI in August this year. After four months of symptoms and three months of treatment with enzymes we are now waiting on a referral for a scope as the thought is...
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The presence of greasy fur around Bailey's anus is indicative of poor fat absorption, which is characteristic of EPI. However, it's essential to determine if there are other contributing factors, such as secondary conditions...
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Last post by timothyferriss
25 Mar 2024, 22:19
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Digestive Enzymes required?
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ConfusedPuppy » 19 Mar 2024, 16:06
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Hi everyone,
I am so new to this topic EPI/SID etc. I have a golden retriever and he is approximately 4 years old. He has had intermittent diarrhea and vomiting since last year. Last May he was diagnosed with clostridium...
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The recommendations of food are mostly due to the enzymes. Since they don't need enzymes you don't need to worry about grain or fiber. That being said, I seem to have zero problems with Taste of the Wild. They have different...
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25 Mar 2024, 16:52
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Chew Recommendations
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VespersEclipse » 24 Mar 2024, 17:27
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Hello everyone. New EPI mom here. My GSD mix Vesper (1 year and 4 months) was diagnosed with EPI this past Wednesday. The vet has been wonderful and I have already started her on B12 and enzymes along with a low fiber diet....
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Hi Aly,
just catching up now on some posts..... and i LOVE LOVE LOVE the pic of Vesper in your profile pic! What a cutie!
SO... Jill correctly answered your question. If possible, just hold off on these extra treats until...
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Last post by Olesia711
25 Mar 2024, 14:12
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Bad poops after post-surgery antibiotics
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Rockymountainmama » 23 Feb 2024, 12:23
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Hello all,
Our 3 yr-old EPI dog, GSD Chekhov had surgery for an aural hematoma on January 9. He was given a course of the antibiotic Cefpodoxime 200mg once per day for 14 days.
In the last 2 weeks or so he has had...
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yes.
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.... others in Canada tried it, it works and now Chekov 's owner tried it and it works.... and i checked with one of the researchers a while back and he said theoretically it should work... so this might also be a...
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Last post by Olesia711
23 Mar 2024, 20:25
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Question about slippery elm brands
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ArsenicAndAshes » 19 Mar 2024, 00:40
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Hi, my boy Kayne (5 year old GSD/Aussie/Whippet mix) was just recently diagnosed with EPI after months of struggling to find an accurate diagnosis. We started him on Epizyme and B12 (the wonderlabs one) and within 24 hours...
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Oh perfect I'll look into that. Thanks!
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Last post by ArsenicAndAshes
22 Mar 2024, 20:48
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For those of you with puppies...
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LisaDorn2024 » 20 Mar 2024, 18:42
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How do you engage your puppies in obedience training sessions, brain games, snuffle mats, etc when digestive enzymes are needed (and Levi takes Creon which is not soaked into the kibble?)
He is still a puppy who need to...
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Lisa,
Izzy also got very high reward treats like real meat, liver pieces, beef and chicken . (i have a dehydrator so i used to make my own treats)... and yet it was easy to transition her to playing tuggy with me vs. treats...
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Last post by LisaDorn2024
22 Mar 2024, 18:47
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Hard stools
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Kate » 15 Mar 2024, 19:40
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Emma has had EPI since December 2022. She was diagnosed in April 2023.
Happily she has done well with treatment.
I have noticed lately that she has pretty hard stools, smaller chunks. Is it possible that it is too much...
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when you cook whatever veggie you decide on..... maybe save the water and include some of that in the meal.
Keep us posted and let us know how it goes !
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Last post by Olesia711
21 Mar 2024, 20:03
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Advise on potential EPI for Malamute x GSD
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drogomal02 » 17 Oct 2023, 23:13
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Hi Everyone,
I am looking for advise for my malamute x GSD male dog (Drogo) who might have potential EPI. He is 2.5 yrs old and is not de-sexed yet.
Since September his weight has been gradually decreasing (31.5kg ->...
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I would agree with not retesting TLI, unless you want to check B12 again. Might as well do both at the same time. Personally, I don't see a huge reason to check B12 again. As I just give Eddie B12 and he is responding pretty...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
18 Mar 2024, 19:33
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Probiotic Question
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Ditexas » 17 Mar 2024, 13:46
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Oh y'all....y'all weren't kidding about this being a roller coaster at times. Houston was doing so well. Gaining weight just doing fantastic. I asked vet if I should add probiotic (had some left over from initial treating...
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Thank y'all sooooo much. I was like oh my gosh, I broke my dog! I mean she was really doing great and I had that train of thought and the vet was like....sure....and my poor girl looked at me like, are you kidding me?...
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17 Mar 2024, 15:58
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How to use enteric coated capsules (Lypex)
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Kirsten » 16 Mar 2024, 11:04
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Hello to all,
I'm new to this forum, coming from Germany and I'm very thankful for all the information I get here!
I have a female GSD, 2,5 years old, diagnosed with EPI 4 weeks ago. My vet recommended Lypex, which seemed...
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Hi Kirsten. Sorry you are having ups and downs.
I would give the SE twice a day. If and when the poop becomes better you can stop it and see if the increase in Lypex helps. That and the added probiotic should help the stool....
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Last post by jilbert57
17 Mar 2024, 10:17
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What to do if EPI dog refuses to eat?
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LisaDorn2024 » 14 Mar 2024, 21:51
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Levi refused to eat his dinner tonight and it had ALL of his medications mixed in it. Do I prepare him another dinner in an hour or two, or do I wait and feed him at breakfast? He has not eaten since 1:30 pm today which was...
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Lisa,
I am so sorry that Levi (and you) are struggling so much........ but huge kudo's to your vet for planning a consult with TAMU! i know we have communicated privately... and i am so pleased to hear that your regular vet...
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Last post by LisaDorn2024
16 Mar 2024, 14:57
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Elvira, 10.5 month old GSD, recently diagnosed.
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TheFatCampKid » 13 Mar 2024, 13:52
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Hi,
We are new here.
After a month's worth of diarrhea, negative blood work, fecal floats, cultures, and a change of food, I requested an EPI test last week.
The results came back on Monday, February 11, 2024, and she is...
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when re-checking the B12....
1. she needs to not have received any B12 shots for 30 days. or...
2. she needs to not have received any oral B12 for the past 1 week
regarding training... what you can do is just before her...
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16 Mar 2024, 14:26
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