Still spreading the word.

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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Patsy
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Still spreading the word.

Post by Patsy » 12 Sep 2021, 16:45

Though I’ve not been hands on with Epi for years, I’m still keen to talk to vets about it. Yesterday I was at our local agricultural country show. I noticed an official with a Vet badge, so I talked to him about epi. He was aware of it in GSDs, but not in other breeds, so I corrected him, and mentioned epi4dogs. He said that UK vets rarely see it now, due to responsible breeders being aware of it. Vets still need to be told that it is in any breed for reasons other than genetics, otherwise these dogs with gut issues will not be diagnosed.
Talking to just one vet may encourage him/her to do his own reading, and to discuss it with others in the group practise. We can only hope, and continue to spread the word.
Springer spaniel Marti had Epi, PLE , MMM just to confuse me. She lived till 12yrs, chubby and happy despite eight years of epi.
Capsule enzymes suited her best. B12 supplements made her into a new dog!
After a cocker with PLN kidney disease, I now have two healthy rescues, a lively, suicidal , small ginger terrier, adopted with pneumonia, and gum disease needing nearly all his teeth out, and a fluffy grey toy poodle/terrier from Greece.

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jilbert57
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Post by jilbert57 » 12 Sep 2021, 17:47

Patsy!
Great to hear from you. Thank you for taking the time to enlighten those around you. It is nice when vets are approachable.

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.

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Jean
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Pet name: Kara, lost 10th May 2019
My name: Jean

Re: Still spreading the word.

Post by Jean » 13 Sep 2021, 13:44

Hello good friend

well done
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

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Patsy
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Re: Still spreading the word.

Post by Patsy » 13 Sep 2021, 16:10

Hello Jill and Jean, epi4dogs introduced us to each other, years ago, when we were nervous on computers and initially timid of vets. Epi4dogs gave us the confidence to use the internet and to inform ourselves with knowledge to be able to persist with wanting the right treatment for our dogs (and cats). It toughens you up.
It disappoints me that some new members are still having difficulties, so it’s good they find us. The more people share experiences, the stronger and closer we get.
Springer spaniel Marti had Epi, PLE , MMM just to confuse me. She lived till 12yrs, chubby and happy despite eight years of epi.
Capsule enzymes suited her best. B12 supplements made her into a new dog!
After a cocker with PLN kidney disease, I now have two healthy rescues, a lively, suicidal , small ginger terrier, adopted with pneumonia, and gum disease needing nearly all his teeth out, and a fluffy grey toy poodle/terrier from Greece.

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Re: Still spreading the word.

Post by Barb » 14 Sep 2021, 14:33

Patsy, it is so good to hear from you. I miss your insightful comments. You could always get to the heart of a matter quickly in your responses…..and inject humor while you were at it. Glad you are still spreading the word.

Barb

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