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retesting TLI

Last post by Olesia711 « 29 Sep 2023, 23:21
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by Krista » 28 Sep 2023, 21:58 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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Hi!
My now 6 month old puppy, Ellie, was diagnosed with likely EPI 3-4weeks ago. Originally the ordering vet said everything was fine. When I followed up about 2 weeks later because her diarrhea had returned, that vet no...

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Hi Krista,

OMG... what a roller coaster ride you and little Miss Ellie have been on....

REgarding feeding her more food... i don't know what your schedule is like....but try feeding more but not by giving larger meal...

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Last post by Olesia711
29 Sep 2023, 23:21
Canadians - what dog food is your pup thriving on?

Last post by Olesia711 « 29 Sep 2023, 20:16
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by WinniesMom » 05 Jul 2023, 21:04 » in Epi4Dogs Forum
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Hello!
I'd love to hear what food is working well for your stable Canadian EPI dogs!

We are using First Mate performance as it's the highest calorie dense option we could find. We live in northern BC and with shipping...

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thanks David,

What a great update on Mensch!!! Almost back to his ideal weight is wonderful. Although not necessary, i personally like suggest letting an EPI dog have a few extra pounds on them.. not much just a few.... for...
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Last post by Olesia711
29 Sep 2023, 20:16
Hunny spitting up all of a sudden

Last post by jilbert57 « 29 Sep 2023, 09:08
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by HunnysMom » 27 Sep 2023, 18:06 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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Hi all,

Hunny has been doing great for awhile now since I first came on to the board which is almost a year ago.

However, she has started over the last 30 days or so spitting up again. This had not been happening for a...

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The Tylan needs to be given 2 times a day for 45 days. Do you remember if this was what you did?

What food are you feeding. Maybe an ingredient is not agreeing with her.

Jill

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Last post by jilbert57
29 Sep 2023, 09:08
Spitting up clear and yellow

Last post by Eddiespaghetti « 29 Sep 2023, 00:08
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by HunnysMom » 28 Sep 2023, 16:26 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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Posted the other day but doesn’t look like it went through!

Hunny has started spitting up again the last month or so.

A lot of times it makes it out of her mouth and other times I hear it come up and she licks it back....

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I will respond here as this is a newer post.
My Eddie boi had this issue not too long ago. After some trouble shooting, I discovered it was from adding too water to his dinner. We were adding about 1/8th of a cup of water...

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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
29 Sep 2023, 00:08
brown vomit

Last post by CoffeeAddict23 « 28 Sep 2023, 01:15
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by Trish » 30 Aug 2023, 10:49 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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I joined this forum in February shortly after adopting an EPI dog.

I can't thank you all enough for the information you provided- my vet is behind the times and not willing to update. Thanks to you, Flurry is stabilized on...

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I'm not a vet, but the behavior you described might be related to your dog's digestive system or possibly an upset stomach. It could be worthwhile to discuss this with your vet or consider consulting a veterinary specialist...

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Last post by CoffeeAddict23
28 Sep 2023, 01:15
Help, itchy skin out of control

Last post by CoffeeAddict23 « 28 Sep 2023, 01:14
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by Priscilla 317 » 24 Sep 2023, 07:55 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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Hi all,

My dog is an EPI dog for over 5 years and my vet prescribed pancreatic enzyme powder and vitamin B12 for her. She react very well with these medications except for her dry skin. In the first 3 years since EPI, we...

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It might be worth exploring hypoallergenic shampoos or ones with oatmeal, which can be gentle on sensitive skin. However, I would recommend consulting your vet again for a tailored solution, as they can provide the best...

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Last post by CoffeeAddict23
28 Sep 2023, 01:14
Need a Food Recommendation

Last post by Tuckaboo Pam « 27 Sep 2023, 16:50
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by Sadie_Fidelco » 27 Sep 2023, 13:30 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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Hi Everyone!

New to the forum --- this is an amazing site with an incredible community and evolving information! Have been reviewing information for the last month or two & wanted to start to actively ask the community for...

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Sport Dog Elite/Herding Dogs, and Taste of the Wild/High Prairie OR Pacific Stream. If you want something more pure, and if you don't need to worry about the cost, I am currently feeding Tucker Fresh Pet, from the pet aisle...

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27 Sep 2023, 16:50
New to the forum

Last post by jilbert57 « 27 Sep 2023, 11:22
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by Vossiesmom » 22 Feb 2023, 07:25 » in Epi4Dogs Forum
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Hi all!

My name is Marie and (one of) Vos' mom(s). We live in the Netherlands.
Vos has recently been diagnosed with EPI. Which felt like a big relief, because for 6 months we saw her getting skinnier and skinnier, putting...

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Another reason we incubate the enzymes is to help inhibit or discourage mouth sores.

Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
27 Sep 2023, 11:22
Numerous Stools per day

Last post by Eddiespaghetti « 26 Sep 2023, 20:24
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by louisamurray19 » 25 Sep 2023, 18:00 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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Hi, This year we have added a 2 yr old Pem Welsh Corgi who has EPI to our pack.
His EPI test came back showing virtually zero pancreatic enzymes - lab actually ran the test twice to make sure. We give him 1/2 cup of kibble...

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Well 0.5 cTLI is the lowest I have seen. Mind you, I didn't know what EPI was till about 4 months ago.
I have had better luck with taste of the wild high prairie. I am not sure the flavor makes a huge difference though....

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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
26 Sep 2023, 20:24
2024 EPI Calendars are ready!!!!!!!!!!!

Last post by Olesia711 « 26 Sep 2023, 18:24
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by Olesia711 » 23 Sep 2023, 13:31 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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Hi everyone,
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Just wanted to let you all know that the 2024 EPI Calendars are READY!!!!!!!

First, I would like to give a HUGE THANKS for 3 wonderful ladies, Dina, Jess and Laura, who stepped forward to take...

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Ahh thanks! I am glad you like the calendars..... i personally am especially thankful that 3 wonderful volunteers stepped forward to create these calendars for us, without them we would have had to scrap doing them.

A long,...

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Last post by Olesia711
26 Sep 2023, 18:24
9-4-2023 Urgent Update regarding TLI test results

Last post by Olesia711 « 26 Sep 2023, 18:17
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by Olesia711 » 04 Sep 2023, 13:23 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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From Texas A&M Gastrointestinal Lab:

Canine trypsin-like immunoreactivity assay

IMPORTANT: new reference interval and decision thresholds

The cTLI assay we use is a commercial assay made by Siemens that is widely used...

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Dear Trixie's Momma,

You are very welcome.... we suspected for a very long time now that many of these dogs were were techinically not EPI but yet responded to EPI treatment (like the enzymes) were segueing into EPI.... we...

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Last post by Olesia711
26 Sep 2023, 18:17
Dog passing quite hard stool

Last post by Barb « 25 Sep 2023, 15:22
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by Junemason1973 » 19 Sep 2023, 03:09 » in Epi4Dogs Forum

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Hi,
My dog Jyn has been doing really well on enzorb, pre and pro biotics and a gastrointestinal food.
But the last couple of days he's been passing hard dry stool, I haven't changed anything regarding his meds or diet so...

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I,too had good luck with pumpkin, Hopefully, when the steroids are finished, you will see improvement.

Let us know.

Barb

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Last post by Barb
25 Sep 2023, 15:22
Prayers for Tucker

Last post by jilbert57 « 24 Sep 2023, 17:56
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by Tuckaboo Pam » 16 Jul 2023, 09:35 » in Epi4Dogs Forum
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Hey Everybody. I haven't been able to be on the forum in quite awhile. Lots of family stuff has been happening. It's good to know this place still chugs away.

Those of you who know me will remember that it was my Tucker who...

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I got 2 of these. They are kind of heavy and clunky but accomodate a small stick or thick one.
GoSports Chew Champ Bully Stick Holder for Dogs - Securely Holds Bully Sticks to Help Prevent Choking - 8 Inch Size

There are...
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Last post by jilbert57
24 Sep 2023, 17:56
403 Errors when trying to post

Last post by Mister McBoots « 23 Sep 2023, 20:02
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by Mister Admin » 02 Aug 2023, 01:04 » in Epi4Dogs Forum
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as above, thanks

Craig

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23 Sep 2023, 20:02

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