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NB: Credit card donations through ERF are not tax-deductible.

You may send your tax-deductible check made out to "Texas A & M University" directly to TAMU:

EPI Research Fund: help develop a screening test

Texas A&M's application for a grant from the AKC Canine Health Foundation has been accepted! A good portion of the research will be funded through this grant, starting spring 2008.

The EPI (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) Research Fund has been established to help fund research aimed at identifying the EPI genetic marker(s) in dogs and developing a screening test. Such a test would help breeders identify carrier animals, so that responsible breeding decisions can be made.

Use Good Search -- the search engine that gives as you search! Under "Who do you Goodsearch for" enter "EPI research" which will bring up "Texas A&M University -- College of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences -- EPI Research Fund" -- and search away! We also encourage you to install the appropriate GoodSearch toolbar for your browser!

NEW! We've developed a brochure you can print and pass out at your events!

Download EPI brochure (right-click and "Save as"). It's in PDF format; download the free reader here (new window). Please print both sides of the paper and fold in thirds.

EPI is a genetically linked condition where the pancreas becomes severely atrophied. It is most commonly seen in German Shepherd Dogs but increasingly occurs in other breeds as well. While manageable, it places a steep financial and emotional burden on dog owners. EPI Dogs' food needs to be treated with enzymes (which are expensive), and many dogs also require special foods, or, preferably, a raw diet.

Many owners have no choice but to euthanize the dog because they simply cannot afford the vet visits and supplements. Others leave the dog to the streets. There is no cure.

To learn more about EPI, join the k9-EPIGLOBAL list on Yahoo groups:

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Use Good Search -- the search engine that gives as you search! Under "Who do you Goodsearch for" enter "EPI research" which will bring up "Texas A&M University -- College of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences -- EPI Research Fund" -- and search away! We also encourage you to install the appropriate GoodSearch toolbar for your browser!