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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Announcements
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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.
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13 Dec 2018, 16:20
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Face Washing
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pnh2859 » 04 Sep 2019, 14:13
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Good Afternoon,
I am new to EPI with our GS and I heard people talking about washing their dogs face after eating. Is this something we should be doing, our Vet did not tell us this?
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Hi and welcome to our EPI family. Every EPI dog is different - some are very sensitive to the enzymes and need their muzzles washed or bob for kibbles to help rinse their mouth or eat on a flat plate - to help avoid mouth...
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Last post by Madelon
04 Sep 2019, 22:01
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B-12
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by Lucky » 21 Aug 2019, 09:10
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I've never bothered spending the money to test our dog's B12 levels. I've just given him the shots and he seems to do just fine, but don't know if that isn't something you would know without blood work. Your website talks...
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In my opinion, if your dog is doing well with the current shot protocol I wouldn't change what you are doing. Symptoms of low B12 are loss of appetite, weight loss, lethargy, change in personality/mood (cranky, aggressive),...
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Last post by Lucky
04 Sep 2019, 14:03
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Poop Patrol (IMAGE)
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cebanasd » 24 Aug 2019, 13:37
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Hello everyone, I am not sure how is this poop? Is this normal or should I add more enzymes?
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That's probably one of the most perfect poops I've ever seen - WAY TO GO!!! Don't change anything.
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Last post by Madelon
03 Sep 2019, 22:27
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I got the TLI results and I am confused!
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cebanasd » 28 Aug 2019, 12:07
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Hello,
We have managed to travel 500km away from home to make TLI testing and other investigations that we can't do in Moldova.
I got the TLI results, I am confused, from the results it's concluded that he doesn't have...
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Hi. No the enzymes added to the food a few days before would not alter the test results. Was your dog fasted at least 12hrs before the test? If your dog was fasted, with the TLI at 15 but displaying symptoms of EPI, I would...
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Last post by Madelon
03 Sep 2019, 22:26
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Only Just begun our EPI path
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pnh2859 » 26 Aug 2019, 15:08
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Hi, my name is Paula and Odis our 5 1/2 yo GSD is believed to have EPI, blood will be drawn tomorrow.
The vet is currently having us give him 500 mg Metronidazole and 1 capsule Proviable-DC daily.
I am giving him his...
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Hi Paula and welcome to our EPI family - I'm so sorry you have to be here but given some of the other conditions that can affect our dogs, EPI is not that bad once diagnosed and treatment started.
There are four...
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Last post by Madelon
03 Sep 2019, 21:26
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Housebreaking and EPI
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by minniemac » 27 Aug 2019, 20:25
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Just adopted a year old rescue with EPI. She is not housebroken. Would EPI cause her to eliminate and defecate more frequently?
She obviously has not been trained, but I want to to know if EPI has some role in this.
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God love him you are a great cat Mom
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Last post by Jean
02 Sep 2019, 16:29
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fresh batch of enzymes
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Tuckaboo Pam » 27 Aug 2019, 23:30
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I just got a fresh batch of enzymes, and since they've been working so well, I ordered a large bag. I had the ice pack included, and met the mail truck at my box, so I don't see how they could have had heat exposure since...
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Yes thank you Diane! Excellent advice and service.
Stay safe with the hurricane!
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
31 Aug 2019, 09:42
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EPI Just Diagnosed
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peggysioux5 » 27 Aug 2019, 14:44
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We have a 3 year old border collie who has some of the symptoms of EPI and Vet has said that his numbers indicate that he has EPI. This vet does not seem to have a lot of EPI knowledge. Our border collie has lost weight and...
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Thank you all for your input and suggestions. I greatly appreciate any help. I spoke with Diane yesterday and she was very helpful as well and have ordered the enzyme replacement and appointment scheduled for Friday for a...
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Last post by peggysioux5
29 Aug 2019, 10:04
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Newly diagnosed and don't know where to start...
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Loz0101 » 19 Aug 2019, 13:28
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Good evening,
I best introduce myself first, I'm Lauren and I have a nearly 2 year old Hungarian Vizsla called Lilly. I have both of Lilly's parents who (touch wood) have been amazing dogs and I haven't had any bother with....
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Hey, I can 100% say that Jean is the best person to speak to. I was in your shoes last year and Jean gave me the help, support and advice I needed to get my girl back on track, I still can’t thank her enough.
You have...
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Last post by Rioismygirl
27 Aug 2019, 03:07
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Vaccines And The Mobile Moggy
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Sparkle Tangerine » 26 Aug 2019, 17:23
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Montgomery is going in for his first set of vaccinations a week from Thursday. He will receive his very first FVCRP vaccine. He is seven and a half years old. When he was little, he was too sick to vaccinate. Now he's...
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Good luck Montgomery! It has been over 30 yrs since we had cats. Sorry I can't help but I am glad he is now strong!
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Last post by jilbert57
26 Aug 2019, 18:19
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Last post by Jean
25 Aug 2019, 10:55
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1/4 versus 1/2 teaspoon
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by IzzyandLeo » 24 Aug 2019, 18:33
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I’ve been giving my Izzy 1/4 teaspoon of EnzymeDiane with 1/2 cup of kibble three times a day for over a month. She has done so much better with the enzymes (even though she didn’t test positive for EPI - just very low...
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I would go ahead and step up to the recommended 1/2 teaspoon enzyme to 1/2 cup kibble.
Is your pup on any antibiotics for SID (small intestinal disease)which would cause tummy rumblings?
Jill
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Last post by jilbert57
24 Aug 2019, 21:11
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EPI UPSET AFTER CASTRATION
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nai26 » 17 Aug 2019, 12:26
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Good Afternoon All,
I have a 13 month old Chowski (Chow Chow x Siberian Husky) who was diagnosed with EPI at 8 months old after being so super poorly.
Anyway our boy has been stable and slowly popping on lost weight and is...
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so do I Patsy, and having met him, more so, lovely guy
and the long and winding road of EPI has a map with EPI4DOGS
j
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Last post by Jean
22 Aug 2019, 03:35
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Still dont know and scared.
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Blu » 12 Aug 2019, 06:00
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Hi everyone, would be grateful for your thoughts.
I have a 9 week old gsd puppy. She has had diarrhea for two weeks now. Stool has no parasites. She is on vets canned food and 7 days of antibiotic stool hardener. Stool...
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Yes, I have been thinking of Blu, too. Let us know.
Barb
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Last post by Barb
21 Aug 2019, 14:32
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I believe my Scooby has EPI.
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Scoobysmom » 20 Aug 2019, 15:50
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Over the past month, maybe longer, I’ve noticed my 1 year old GSD, Scooby, hasn’t gained any weight. I have a GSD female Riley 2, who’s significantly thicker. I’ve also noticed what I described to my husband as cowpaddies in...
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Hi Diane. I am so sorry you are dealing with so much right now. You're in good hands with Olesia. Try to remember to breathe as everything is overwhelming right now. Once you get to where you can have the test run, post the...
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Last post by Madelon
20 Aug 2019, 23:14
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Raw pancreas along with Creon
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Paulag » 18 Aug 2019, 08:10
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Hi, I have been struggling with getting Lyra stable for three weeks with Creon 10000. Finally after 5 days with added Tylan she’s got a very good stool. “Not perfect” but WAY better. Coming from water out her bum I’m very...
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Creon isn’t expensive in Canada. I pay 25$ for 100 10000 capsules. I give her 4 a day so it’s affordable.
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Last post by Paulag
19 Aug 2019, 06:41
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Slippery elm and Tylosin
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Paulag » 16 Aug 2019, 14:49
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Hello everyone,
I just heard from another group that slippery elm can block other medications from absorption? I am giving an important course of Tylosin and always give Slippery elm. Worried now
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Thank you.
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Last post by Paulag
19 Aug 2019, 06:39
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Last post by Madelon
17 Aug 2019, 21:14
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6X vs 8X Enzymes
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Tuckaboo Pam » 12 Aug 2019, 17:37
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Hi, it's Pam, and I'm wondering if you all have opinions on 8X vs 6X enzymes. Any thoughts on effectiveness, cost, etc? Thanks, everyone. It's time to order. BTW, Tucker is lookin' handsome, carrying these newfound pounds...
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me too!!! i also use the 6x simply because it makes my life easier when figuring out how much enzymes to use with the food. :lol:
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Last post by Olesia711
14 Aug 2019, 22:36
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EPI and anesthesia
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Elle05 » 12 Aug 2019, 10:24
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Does EPI effect anesthesia— the doctor said his blood proteins and everything came back normal for CBC and CMP. But I’m a worry wort...
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Hi and welcome to our EPI family. If your vet did a full blood panel and they have someone monitoring blood pressure and anesthesia during the procedure then your dog should be fine. You might have a day or two or even three...
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Last post by Madelon
14 Aug 2019, 22:26
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B12 How Often?
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by Wabasmom » 12 Aug 2019, 13:43
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How often do you give oral B12? Daily? Weekly , etc?
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Hi. The amount of B12 and frequency depends on the dog. EPI dogs need their B12 on the high side of normal 600 - here is a link to our B12 page
The trick is to find the right dosage for your dog but supplementing is for...
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Last post by Madelon
14 Aug 2019, 22:22
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Looking for a Vet in indiana
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Wrenleysue » 25 Jul 2019, 14:27
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Hi, I’m looking for a vet knowledgeable with EPI in Indiana. I am north of Indianapolis.
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Hi. I am so sorry that the vet you called from our list said they had not treated an EPI dog. As Olesia, said the only way veterinarians are put on our list is through an EPI owner stating they had a good experience with the...
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Last post by Madelon
14 Aug 2019, 22:17
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Antibiotic
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missopal75 » 07 Aug 2019, 13:34
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My baby had an anal gland obstruction last week and had it cleaned and was given an antibiotic that last for 2 weeks. Ever since than he has had bad poop and maybe 6-7 a day (mostly in the house). Is this normal for an...
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Hi. Sorry I'm late in responding. Regarding the blood in the poop - when did that occur? was it bright red or dark red? Definitely need to see the vet about that.
Antibiotics can definitely cause adverse reactions....
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Last post by Madelon
14 Aug 2019, 21:55
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Epi4Dogs at the 2019 AVMA Conf
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Olesia711 » 04 Aug 2019, 13:33
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Hi everyone,
Madelon (Pres) and Diane (VP) are doing a fabulous job at the 2019 AVMA Conference in D.C. representing Epi4Dogs, talking to vets, vet students AND networking with other companies.
We, Epi4Dogs, are so thankful...
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That’s a very eye catching display. There has been a lot of hard work preparing it all, thank you for being so dedicated!
Getting the attention of so many vets is vital
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Last post by Patsy
11 Aug 2019, 14:59
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Butter overdose!
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Patsy » 11 Aug 2019, 12:48
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Jack, non-epi very naughty small terrier, for the second time , jumped on the table and ate half a packet of butter. My brain automatically warns me of pancreatitis. Last time he threw it all up over the carpet. I gave him...
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Hmmm Patsy, good question. Our cocker once ate a pound of margarine.
Naughty little terriers they are for sure as you know I know lol.
Seems it would be out of his system by 24- 36 hours. Since hi pancreas functions fine not...
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11 Aug 2019, 13:16
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