My dog has EPI, is underweight and hungry. What can I feed her?

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Hi, I have recently adopted a rescue German shepherd, she has EPI and is on enzymes, she currently eats raw tripe twice a day, I was wondering if there is anything else I can give her, I know she can’t have lots of things but is there any way I could even make treats, like with raw food and put some enzyme powder through it for her as I don’t feel like she is gaining weight? After meals she still seems hungry but I’m not sure if I can up her food intake or if this would have bad effects on her. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 50 lbs

Silvia De Cecco, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

I would monitor her weight, fecal production and her general clinical condition. If she is playful, happy in herself, full of energy with normal faces production and good body weight, the daily food intake and the treatment you are providing are enough to keep her healthy. If she has diarrhea or she is underweight (probably Zula's case) her diet/treatment might need an adjustment. It might be necessary to increase her daily ratio or change the ingredient balance. If there isn't any specific reason to provide raw food, you could gradually switch to a highly digestible commercial diet (i.e. Hill's gastrointestinal diet), continue the treatment prescribed by your vet. Treats might be detrimental in dogs with this condition Please post again on the forum if you would like to discuss it further. I hope my answer was helpful.

My dog has EPI, is underweight and hungry. What can I feed her?

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