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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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.
While you are there, click the 'spanner' menu item to...
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13 Dec 2018, 16:20
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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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Hi Andrea,
YES... i think stressors play a BIG part in bringing EPI to the forefront is a dog has the propensity to develop EPI.... However, on the flip side... i do think that with all the wonderful advances society has...
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19 Sep 2024, 12:05
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Submit your dog's picture for the 2025 EPI calendars
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Olesia711 » 30 May 2024, 20:32
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Start taking & submitting pictures for the 2025 EPI calendar!
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JUNE 16, 2024 UPDATE!!!!
When submitting pictures, please submit at least TWO pictures of your EPI companion, as we have decided to dedicate 2...
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Shedding...it can be a number of things. In terms of EPI, IF diagnosis was fairly recent, it's possible they might blow out their EPI coat. That's one thing my vet warned me about with Chance. He said next big shedding could...
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16 Sep 2024, 23:37
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PLEASE READ - Verification Check Before Using Forum
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Mister Admin » 28 Apr 2024, 04:44
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Hi Folks,
You may have noticed some intermittent slowness over the last few weeks. This is because the website has been hit with unnecessary 'bots' that have put high loads on our host's server. A 'bot' is an automated...
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Last post by jilbert57
29 Apr 2024, 23:50
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Inconsistent Poohs
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Fogbound77 » 18 Sep 2024, 08:07
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Is it normal, and not to worry about, if within one day there is a wide variety of pooh types while trying to stabilize my dog? Anywhere from a 2 to 4/5. I’m going by the Purina Fecal Score Chart.
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I'm not quite saying that link from Enzyme Diane will do no good...but at least half of what is there isn't available.
We do have some enzymes, but most of them have other things in it. For example NOW has Super Enzymes...
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19 Sep 2024, 21:33
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I screwed up! -- Rylee
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Chance » 24 Aug 2024, 22:58
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I screwed up big time tonight! I was attempting to make treats and clean the kitchen while feeding tonight. I forgot to give Rylee her pills (Creon) with her meal. I gave it as soon as I realized...about half hour to 45...
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Ok, so you're thinking perhaps there was low level SID, and something (either antibiotics, stressor of coming into heat, etc) might have been put it over the edge? The Cephalexin was killing off bacteria, making it appear...
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19 Sep 2024, 16:52
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New to EPI and need to advise
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KASIAKASIA » 01 Sep 2024, 14:17
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Hi everyone, our dog Poppy was recently diagnosed with EPI, long story short, after many trips to the vet in London (many times admitted to veterinary surgery, blood tests, 💩tests and thousands of ££££ spent) our dog was...
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if her stools get a little soft after energetic activity :) .... that should not be too much of a concern, as that is just a stressor triggering slightly looser stools.... but if you start seeing the stools getting softer...
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Last post by Olesia711
19 Sep 2024, 12:51
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Please help Arlo
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JArlo12 » 11 Sep 2024, 00:57
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Sorry in advance for the long post but any help would but so appreciated!
Arlo, my 9 month goldendoodle has been on a terrible health journey over the past month. To begin, from 2-7 months he was a super food motivated boy....
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This is devastating. I wish I could say or do anything to help ease your pain. All I can offer is; Arlo was incredibly lucky to have had you, and I am sure they knew you did everything you could with love included.
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
18 Sep 2024, 15:25
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Introducing June, our English Springer Spaniel + EPI, itching, and/or allergies?
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JunieTunes88 » 13 Sep 2024, 18:59
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Hello everyone! First of all, I have to give a huge “Thank you!” to this forum and the folks running the site. While this is our first post here, I’ve been visiting Epi4Dogs regularly since our girl was diagnosed in Spring...
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try replacing the rice with sweet potato... if that fails... THEN try white potato.... but start with sweet potato if possible.
So glad you figured it out! or at least part of it... and yes.... that is my understanding too...
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Last post by Olesia711
16 Sep 2024, 13:10
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Logistics of enzymes on food - fridge? (+cat cancer)
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cat_enzymes » 07 Sep 2024, 08:30
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Hi folks,
My cat has pancreatic carcinoma. She is full of life and more or less herself (but tired), so we're exploring all options to fight the cancer, chemo, radiation, Chinese medicine, anything for quality of life. Her...
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So sorry about your friend. We would prepare Tanks breakfast at night. In the fridge it went. My wife would take it out at 230 am before she went to work and I would feed him at 730 am. Prepare lunch at 8am left out and feed...
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Last post by TankTank
15 Sep 2024, 09:25
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Question on intrinsic factor in EPI
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CharlytheSheltie » 01 Sep 2024, 13:14
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My 2 year old, almost 3 year old sheltie, was recently diagnosed with EPI after about 2 months of us noticing that her poop was changing colors to a very pale color and then resembling cow patties. She was started on IM...
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Hi Jennifer- my two cents. If a little increase in enzymes produced great poops keep at that dose forever. As the pup ages(down the road) we have found thst sometimes the enzymes need to be tweaked. You are in great hands...
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Last post by jilbert57
14 Sep 2024, 10:31
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Ziggy - stable weight but constantly hungry
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Libbylou » 11 Sep 2024, 13:23
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Hi, I'm so glad I have found this forum and hats off to you all for all that poo picking up!!!
Ziggy is a 11 year old GSD. After a bad bout of pancreatitis about 4 years ago he was diagnosed with EPI. He is on 25,000 Creon...
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I just googled gabapentin & it can make you hungrier. Two of my relatives took it, but their increased hunger did make them gain weight, unlike Ziggy. So gabapentin is not the culprit, either. Hmmmm.
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
12 Sep 2024, 17:44
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Loose Stools
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armandkim » 07 Sep 2024, 19:12
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Dog’s name: Wallen
Breed: Pitbull x
Age: 4.9 yrs
Weight: 55 lbs
Country you live in: US
IBD type: diagnosed with IBD in March of 2024
Diagnosed with EPI in May of 2024 - TLI was 2.8
Type(s) of tests done:
Endoscopy
Fecal...
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Pam,
Thank you for the feedback! That is exactly how I prepare Wallen's food. He is so good about knowing he has to wait but when that timer goes off he knows it is time to eat!!!
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Last post by armandkim
08 Sep 2024, 13:03
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Increased feeding and enzyme dose
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rmstrng2 » 07 Sep 2024, 12:31
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Hi, everyone! I’m seeing a lot of mixed information on the dosing for Pantenex, so I thought I would ask here. I emailed the company and they suggested starting with 1/2 tsp of enzymes each meal. My guy gets 2 cups of kibble...
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Most of the porcine enymes are very similar. You can order a sample pack from Diane, to see how you like them. Hers are very powdery, while others might be more granular. Pantenex are more granular, so when they are mixed in...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
07 Sep 2024, 19:25
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Mila my GSD
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Rmcintosh » 08 Jul 2024, 16:41
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Hi my name is Robert. A few weeks ago Mila my 2 yr old GSD was diagnosed with epi. She was 77 pounds 3 months ago and currently weighs 50. Working with our vet we were starting to get solid poops. Through different...
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Hi Robert---So, if I am reading this right, Mila weighs about 64 pounds & she should weigh 77? Sounds like 6 cups daily is 150% of all the kibbles I have used for an 80ish pounder.
When I have suggested increasing Nina's...
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
07 Sep 2024, 14:31
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New here - meet Johnny!
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Johnnycake » 30 Dec 2020, 09:23
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Hello! First just let me say what a relief it has been to find this forum! My vet and the shelter I adopted Johnny from were able to give me the basics of his condition and how to manage it, but nothing anywhere near as...
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Hi, Makenzie. And ditto, ditto, ditto! You and Johnny were meant for each other. What a good boy! Thanks for touching base. Take Care---Pam
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Last post by Tuckaboo Pam
07 Sep 2024, 13:40
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Is this EPI
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[email protected] » 22 Aug 2024, 20:54
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HI,
My daughter's dog, Nala, has gone from 62 pounds to around 45 pounds in 3 months from having diarrhea everyday. She has tried changing food, boiled chicken and rice, antibiotics, Prednisone and dewormer, and nothing has...
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The carprofen is probably fine. Never heard of any Issues with NSAIDs and EPI.
The clavamox isn't ideal in regards to the EPI, but it is a lot better than a nasty infection. As long as it's a short term dose and probiotics...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
05 Sep 2024, 01:01
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Need guidance on next steps for my corgi Tully
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gardenblues » 11 Aug 2024, 14:18
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Hello Fellow Dog Lovers,
It’s been a long time since I have reached out and, once again, I am in need of some guidance for next steps with my Corgi, Tully. The following is the background from when I first adopted her....
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Oh, and no, unfortunately she does not have interest in the ice cubes....bummer.
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02 Sep 2024, 16:53
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EnzymeDiane
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Mr.Miko24 » 24 Aug 2024, 12:00
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Hi everyone, my lab mix Miko was diagnosed with EPI last summer and has been onPancreVed powder since then. He's been really great ever since he started his powder but as I'm coming up on his 1 year check-in with a different...
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My EPI dog passed away 4 years ago at 15 years old (she was diagnosed with EPI at 1+ years old)
i too was started on a prescription enzymes from my vet and after the first bottle was completed, my hubby said we simply...
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Last post by Montgomery
31 Aug 2024, 21:06
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At a Loss. Help
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Krdonovan » 30 Aug 2024, 21:27
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I have a 15 month old GSD. Not diagnosed with EPI because the TL number whatever the name of that one is is normal. His b12 is in the tank and folic acid is also low. Can’t get a solid Pooh to save our lives. He’s being...
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Prednisone can act as an immune suppressant if giving in a high enough dose. Which is why Olesia was saying it could be a food allergy. You can also try a different meat, or try a non-raw diet. Some dogs don't do well on...
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
31 Aug 2024, 14:02
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11 years ago you banded together to fly a dog to Canada...
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[email protected] » 22 Aug 2024, 13:40
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Hello everyone,
My name is Carol and I haven't been here in years because honestly my dog Thor's EPI has been very well controlled for so long. Thank you Diane! I'm sure many people have come and gone in those years but...
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Hi Carol... and OMG...... your tribute to Thor, Enzyme Diane and this website.... well darn it, your post made me well up with tears.... reading Thor's story!!!
My heart goes out to you that you had to say good bye, and we...
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Last post by Olesia711
31 Aug 2024, 13:14
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Diets! What is your choice?
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debbyd001 » 10 May 2024, 12:17
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Hi! I'm Debby and my just diagnosed girly is Maya, a 5.5 yrs old GSD. Now I'm no stranger to EPI, My dog that I lost 1.5 yrs ago had it since he was 1.5 yrs old. It has been recently discovered that Maya and he are related....
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HI Deborah,
Oh WOW! Thanks for the update on Maya..... it sounds like you are getting a good handle on managing her EPI.
Just a FYI..... it doesn't mean that an EPI condition is worse than another dog's EPI condition is the...
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Last post by Olesia711
31 Aug 2024, 12:54
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3 weeks in, will tylosin be the answer?
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angpat » 27 Apr 2024, 10:52
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I feel like I need to trust my gut instinct on my next move but was looking for any feedback. If I leave out details I'm trying to be as concise as I can so this isn't a novel.
We started our journey on April 6 with bloody...
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I know it doesn't help, but I think about this every time a dog passes. dSqDoR9.jpg
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Last post by Eddiespaghetti
30 Aug 2024, 14:04
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Star sibo
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Michelep1406 » 25 Aug 2024, 10:41
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Just need some information on treatment for sibo. It's been difficult with my dog and need advice.
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Motility disorders: Slow gut geometry dash subzero motility can lead to bacterial overgrowth. This can be caused by conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), diabetes, or hypothyroidism.
Structural abnormalities:...
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29 Aug 2024, 21:26
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Dealing With EPI
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Tweak » 28 Aug 2024, 10:52
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Hi Jill, I don't have the the cTli test readily available, Ritter was diagnosed over 5 years ago. We give 1 Tsp of Enzymes per meal which Ritter gets 2 meals a day 1 pound at each meal. We feed him Raw Meat, we go between...
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Thanks Andrea, Ritter's poop is better now that we increased the Enzymes, it wasn't horrible before just a little soft. We were going to try and get him off Some of his meds but now that he's not eating we figured it...
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28 Aug 2024, 16:43
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Newly diagnosed and need advice...please
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Murphy14 » 12 Jul 2024, 20:13
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So glad I found this forum and I'm hoping to get some advice. My golden retriever (Murphy age 9) was recently diagnosed with EPI after a bout of diarrhea and stomach upset about a month ago. He went from being a great eater...
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Hi Tammy, will you please start a new post for
Ritter and give us more information to help you?
Info needed:
cTli test results from your vet to confirm Epi
How much enzyme you are using and prep
Food you are feeding
Brand of...
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28 Aug 2024, 10:03
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