Kara

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

Post by Jean » 14 May 2019, 12:59

its with a heavy heart that I have to tell you that we lost her to Degenerative Myelopathy on 10th May

EPI was stable to the end

Love

Jean
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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Re: Kara

Post by Barb » 14 May 2019, 14:00

Dear Jean,

I know how heartbreaking this is. Our hearts are with you. Kara has been a vital presence here on the Forum. for many years. She and Kolby were diagnosed around the same time When one of us has to say goodbye to our pup, we all feel the pain. We hope that in sharing your pain, it will lessen it a bit for you. Sending light and love and hugs.

You were a gift to her and she is always your gift, with you forever.


Barb

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jilbert57
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Post by jilbert57 » 14 May 2019, 14:47

Jean, Kara will always be in all of our hearts. Hugs to you and Derek.
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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Re: Kara

Post by Judith » 15 May 2019, 08:22

I'm so sorry Jean. Kara will always be in your heart. She and you have helped so many EPI dogs. Hugs
Nate and Raymi's mom
Nate 4 year old Pembroke Welsh Corgi
EPI, typical Addison's disease and epilepsy
TLI 2.0 June 2016
Chemeyes enzyme capsules
Hydroxocobalamin injections weekly
0.5mg prednisolone daily for Addison's
Percorten-V/Zycortal injection every 28 days for Addison's
Zonisamide 2x for epilepsy

Raymi 6 year old Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Allergic to chicken and turkey

Eats Canine Caviar Venison kibble 3x

Nate and Raymi happily live in Bogotá, Colombia and Dover, Delaware.

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Olesia711
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Re: Kara

Post by Olesia711 » 15 May 2019, 16:38

Jean,

I am so so sorry that you had to say goodbye to Kara. She was your baby and it hurts so much when they leave us.
She was an integral part of our family for so many years......Please know that her essence will go on and continue to be a part of Epi4Dogs..................

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Olesia, was owned by Izzy, a 35lb Spanish Water Dog (SWD), Diagnosed at 1.5 years old - TLI results 1.. Izzy passed away on February 13, 2020 at 15 years old. She lived with EPI for 13+1/2 years. It was because of Izzy that Epi4Dogs was started... she was the inspiration. May her legacy of helping others with EPI continue for as long as needed.........

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Riley's Mom
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Re: Kara

Post by Riley's Mom » 18 May 2019, 17:47

Oh Jean, you have been on my mind and in my heart a lot lately. I know how difficult her loss is.
Sending strength across the miles.
Elisabeth

Riley is a 10 year old Labradoodle. She was diagnosed with EPI in 2014.
She currently eats Taste of the Wild, I cup in the morning, 2 cups in the evening, each meal with 1 Wonderlabs B12 sprinkled over her dinner. Enzymes are EnzymeDiane, 1 tsp per cup of food, mixed in home made bone broth. No other supplements or meds at this time.
Riley currently weighs about 44 pounds, which is pretty heavy for her.

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

Post by Jean » 23 May 2019, 05:09

thank you all for your kind words, and I am sorry I havent been around since

we joined this forum in September 2010, Kara wasnt expected to make it, but my vet was determined she would, and she did, I have met some wonderful people here, and have made very close long term friends

anyone who joins has a wonderful support network of EPI, and related, or not related issues, our founder Olesia has a very wide knowledge of various issues and has always been on hand to impart , and share that knowledge

I will be around again in a few days

until then, much love to all


Jean

Forum Director
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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jilbert57
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Re: Kara

Post by jilbert57 » 23 May 2019, 09:12

You take care on the homefront Jean. Take your time🤗
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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Re: Kara

Post by Barb » 25 May 2019, 08:32

You have voiced what we all feel about this Forum and the help we have all received here.

Our hearts are with you. Take as long as you need.

Barb

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