hi
your vet I think is right about enzymes, it sounds like he has a sensitive tummy like most Sheps have, I have had 3 Sheps and they were all difficult to feed, but a joy to own
please keep us informed as it helps others who are struggling to hear a story
2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
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Re: 2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
My name is Jean we live in Liverpool in Uk
I am the Forum Director which I am very proud of
My Kara born 21 July 2009 diagnosed with EPI by cTLI test August 2010 TLI = <1...folate 14 Cobalamin 408, shot down to 94, b12 injections every other day
Lowest weight 39 pounds
We used Panzym enzymes, Tylan and Chemeyes b12 capsules
Sadly, on 10th May 2019, we lost her to DM
Jeanx
I am the Forum Director which I am very proud of
My Kara born 21 July 2009 diagnosed with EPI by cTLI test August 2010 TLI = <1...folate 14 Cobalamin 408, shot down to 94, b12 injections every other day
Lowest weight 39 pounds
We used Panzym enzymes, Tylan and Chemeyes b12 capsules
Sadly, on 10th May 2019, we lost her to DM
Jeanx
Re: 2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
Just a word of caution about the Nutriscan testing by Dr. Dodds, read the post by Magwart. https://www.germanshepherds.com/threads ... st-9308541
R.I.P. Nikki 11/21/2009 - 05/23/2023
Nikki was diagnosed with EPI in 2010
Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Low Fat canned
Slippery Elm syrup for stomach issues
1 tsp Pan-Tenex enzymes with each meal
Weekly B12 shots, pills didn't work for her
Tylan for life
"If there ever comes a day when we can't be together, keep me in your heart, I'll stay there forever."
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Re: 2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
William-
Have you noticed the signatures at the bottom of some posts? You may get some ideas about food & supplements from reading them.
Glad to hear the good poop update, but grey is not really a good color. Keep trying; you & G will get through this!
---Pam & Tucker
Have you noticed the signatures at the bottom of some posts? You may get some ideas about food & supplements from reading them.
Glad to hear the good poop update, but grey is not really a good color. Keep trying; you & G will get through this!
---Pam & Tucker
Tucker was a shepherd mix--- TLI 1.3, Folate 9.7, Cobalamin 666, Lipase 38. Diane's Enzymes 4 t/day, B12 1 capsule/day, and Tylan 1/16 teaspoon/day. Taste of the Wild High Prairie, 4 c/day. 60 to 85 pounds! Tucker succumbed to hemangiosarcoma Nov. 2023. I will always, always miss my sweet big boy.
Now there's Nina. 5 year old GSD. TLI 1.0 B12 323. We are still tweaking her routine, and getting lots of help from the forum. She is klutzy and goofy, and we love her dearly, too.
Now there's Nina. 5 year old GSD. TLI 1.0 B12 323. We are still tweaking her routine, and getting lots of help from the forum. She is klutzy and goofy, and we love her dearly, too.
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Re: 2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
Hello everyone-just a quick update on Gunther, he appears to be responding well to the Tylan/B12 regiment as he has gained at least 6lbs since we started in the beginning of June. He just had his stitches removed this morning after being neutered last week and has been doing great with no stomach issues other than the occasional burp. His stool has been good as well so Im hoping he doesnt have EPI-I havent had him tested for a second time though I would like to see if his B12 looks better.
I thought I recall reading I should give him the Tylan for 45 days which is coming up quick-should I discontinue giving it to him? I plan on keeping him on B12 and probiotics indefinitely. Again I would like to thank you all for your input as he definitely is looking better!
I thought I recall reading I should give him the Tylan for 45 days which is coming up quick-should I discontinue giving it to him? I plan on keeping him on B12 and probiotics indefinitely. Again I would like to thank you all for your input as he definitely is looking better!
Re: 2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
Hi William, just read back through your posts. When Mickey had Giardia he was treated with a course of Fenbendazole. Then we waited 10 days or so and treated him again and that seemed to clear him.
When he was tested for Epi was he food fasted for 8 hours beforehand?
On the Tylan you could try cutting down a tad on the amount you give him 2 times a day. Try that a week. If poop is still good cut a tad more down. If the poop starts going south go back up to what was working and stay there. Some are on it for life.
Jill
When he was tested for Epi was he food fasted for 8 hours beforehand?
On the Tylan you could try cutting down a tad on the amount you give him 2 times a day. Try that a week. If poop is still good cut a tad more down. If the poop starts going south go back up to what was working and stay there. Some are on it for life.
Jill
My name is Jill and we live on the Hood Canal in Washington State. We currently have 2 Jack russells, TJ is 8 and Sadie is 2.
Mickey and his pancreatitis brought me to Epi4dogs.com site in 2012 to help manage it.
He lived from 6/99 - 8/2014
Mickey, Jack Russell. Chronic Pancreatitis. Dianes enzymes, 1/8t 3x/day with meals.
Mickey and his pancreatitis brought me to Epi4dogs.com site in 2012 to help manage it.
He lived from 6/99 - 8/2014
Mickey, Jack Russell. Chronic Pancreatitis. Dianes enzymes, 1/8t 3x/day with meals.
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Re: 2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
throughout 9 years of EPI we were never able to stop Tylan she was on 1/32 of a teaspoon for maybe three years so it was minute, but neecessary, she tolerated it well
My name is Jean we live in Liverpool in Uk
I am the Forum Director which I am very proud of
My Kara born 21 July 2009 diagnosed with EPI by cTLI test August 2010 TLI = <1...folate 14 Cobalamin 408, shot down to 94, b12 injections every other day
Lowest weight 39 pounds
We used Panzym enzymes, Tylan and Chemeyes b12 capsules
Sadly, on 10th May 2019, we lost her to DM
Jeanx
I am the Forum Director which I am very proud of
My Kara born 21 July 2009 diagnosed with EPI by cTLI test August 2010 TLI = <1...folate 14 Cobalamin 408, shot down to 94, b12 injections every other day
Lowest weight 39 pounds
We used Panzym enzymes, Tylan and Chemeyes b12 capsules
Sadly, on 10th May 2019, we lost her to DM
Jeanx
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Re: 2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
William---
You HAVE to stop gradually.
When you finish day 45 of the course of Tylan, you have to slowly wean Gunther off it. I always start by putting a little less in the scoop every time, until there is very little in there. Tucker requires about 1/32nd of a teaspoon, twice a day forever, or his SID flares back up, so we never get to the empty scoop phase. Trial & error. You'll have to see what happens when you are down to nothing. Hopefully you'll be fine.
Don't toss the remaining powder, because you never know when you may need it again. YEA for six pounds!
---Pam
You HAVE to stop gradually.
When you finish day 45 of the course of Tylan, you have to slowly wean Gunther off it. I always start by putting a little less in the scoop every time, until there is very little in there. Tucker requires about 1/32nd of a teaspoon, twice a day forever, or his SID flares back up, so we never get to the empty scoop phase. Trial & error. You'll have to see what happens when you are down to nothing. Hopefully you'll be fine.
Don't toss the remaining powder, because you never know when you may need it again. YEA for six pounds!
---Pam
Tucker was a shepherd mix--- TLI 1.3, Folate 9.7, Cobalamin 666, Lipase 38. Diane's Enzymes 4 t/day, B12 1 capsule/day, and Tylan 1/16 teaspoon/day. Taste of the Wild High Prairie, 4 c/day. 60 to 85 pounds! Tucker succumbed to hemangiosarcoma Nov. 2023. I will always, always miss my sweet big boy.
Now there's Nina. 5 year old GSD. TLI 1.0 B12 323. We are still tweaking her routine, and getting lots of help from the forum. She is klutzy and goofy, and we love her dearly, too.
Now there's Nina. 5 year old GSD. TLI 1.0 B12 323. We are still tweaking her routine, and getting lots of help from the forum. She is klutzy and goofy, and we love her dearly, too.
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Re: 2 Year old GSD not gaining weight
Thanks to you all for your advice, I will definitely taper him slowly and see how things go. He seems to be doing quite well with the current regiment so Im in no hurry to change anything. Thanks again for your responses-much appreciated!
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