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Heartworm Disease in Dogs & Cats
Monthly medicine helps your pet avoid this painful, life-threatening disease

4 minute readHeartworm disease is a community issue: the more pets that have heartworms in any area, the higher the risk that mosquitos will carry it and infect another pet. “We have a lot more dogs who are moving here from the South and bringing their infections with...

Grain-Free Dog Food & Heart Health Risks
Understand how certain diets could harm your dog’s heart

4 min readSeemingly healthy grain-free pet diets aren’t helpful to a dog's health. In fact, research shows they cause issues with the heart. Goodheart recommends against grain-free foods.A few years ago, Dr. Beth Spencer saw a sweet Pit Bull Terrier twice in two...

Big Hearts: Heartwarming Kitten Rescues
3 Veterinary Technicians Turn Abandoned Kittens into Beloved Family Members

5 min read3 of our...

Protect Your Pets from Coyotes & Hawks
5 Ways to keep your cats & dogs safe from common local predators

3 min readIt’s important to protect cats and dogs from local wildlife who might see our pets as a tasty meal, especially at night.“Fred came home with long scars down his back,” recalls Dr Beth Spencer. We realized he had survived being carried off by a bird of prey....

Goodheart Gives Back to Denver Pets
We’re teaming up with The Avalanche & Freedom Service Dogs to support a puppy-in-training

3 min readOur (good) hearts are full with the prospect that we’ll help a puppy-in-training.We know that healthy pets have a beautiful impact on families and individuals. So, we’ve made community giving a core value at both Goodheart Animal Health Center hospitals....

Garden Mushrooms Are Toxic to Dogs (& Outdoor Cats)
You can help your pet: recognize and prevent exposure after rainfall

3 min readDogs (and outdoor cats) are curious. They might sniff, lick, or eat things they discover during walks or backyard playtime.Garden mushrooms thrive in moist environments, making Denver’s yards, parks, and trails ideal spots for fungi growth after rainfall....

Recognize Signs of Your Pet’s Ear Infection
Plus: Tips to prevent and manage them in cats and dogs

5 min readDr Alexander Robb advises regular ear cleaning with vet-approved cleaners. Plus, keep ears dry after swimming to prevent infections. Ripple's dad, Dan, brought him to Goodheart Cherry Creek after a fun-filled weekend in the mountains. Ripple enjoyed swimming...

4 Halloween Treats to Keep from Your Pet

2 min readStaying safe on Halloween doesn’t need to be tricky. Celebrate the spookiest night of the year by keeping your pet away from these hazards: #1: Candy bags and wrappers Bags and wrappers can be as dangerous to your pet as the treats they contain. Plastic...

Is Your Cat Refusing to Eat? Call us now
Answers and next steps for pet parents

2 min read Cats shouldn’t go through phases of not eating. Any significant reduction in food intake could be a sign of an issue. Stella, a 5-year-old domestic shorthaired cat, recently stopped eating her favorite tuna-flavored kibble. Her pet dad Doug thought it might...

Dog Not Eating? Here’s What You Need to Know
Causes and when to call your vet

2 min readIf your dog is behaving normally, is responsive, and alert, there’s no need for immediate concern. However, call us if your dog has missed more than two meals, is lethargic, vomits, or has loose stools.When Lucy the doodle stopped eating in May, her dog mom...

Pets and Pet Parents: Fear the Vet No More

Jul 13, 2020

We use Fear Free® calming methods at Goodheart. We thought we’d take a moment to explain more about these tactics so you can see how they benefit your cat or dog. You might hear us talking about “Fear Free®” a lot at Goodheart. That’s because we’ve found that these...

Summer Travel Tips

Jun 1, 2020

Summer in Colorado is a great time to get out and enjoy all that our beautiful state has to offer! Whether it’s hiking, enjoying farmer’s markets or road trips, Goodheart Animal Health Center has you covered on health and safety tips for your dogs and cats. Road trip!...

Goodheart turns 6 months!

May 19, 2020

Time flies when you’re having fun! As Goodheart Animal Health Center rounds out our 6-month anniversary, we wanted to say thank you to our wonderful clients and neighbors for making us feel welcome. We know you have many veterinarians to choose from in the area, and...

Fun Things To Do During Coronavirus

Apr 6, 2020

We've brought you the good news that  your pet cannot transmit COVID-19 or become sick with it. And you're likely getting more snuggles in these days. So we hope you're hanging in there! Our team pulled together their go-to "tips and tricks" to help you get through...

Pets Cannot Transmit or Contract COVID-19

Mar 9, 2020

Updated as of 5pm Central Time on April 6th, 2020: Are you open? Yes! We are open and here for you and your pets. What if I'm sick or feel uncomfortable coming in? -No problem! If your pet needs services and you are sick, please call us and we'll walk you through your...

Tips for brushing your puppy, kitten or full-grown pet’s teeth

Jan 23, 2020

An annual professional dental cleaning is truly the only way to keep pets’ teeth healthy.-Bacteria that form on your pet’s teeth can create heart disease and joint problems. Diabetic patients have more (and worse) dental disease.-Professional cleanings prevent and...

Adding a New Pet to the Family

Jan 13, 2020

Did you recently add a new member to the family? Congratulations! We know that this is an exciting time, but there is a lot to do and adjustments to make sure your pet is happy and healthy. So, what are the next steps? Dr. Alex Robb, veterinarian at Goodheart says. “A...

Preparing Your Pets For The Holidays In Denver

Dec 3, 2019

The Holiday season is upon us and so is the hustle and bustle of this busy time of year. As visitors come and go, keep an eye on your pet to ensure they don't escape through an unintentionally open door. In fact, now would be a good time to get a microchip if your...

GOBBLE, GOBBLE!

Nov 5, 2019

While you sit down to Thanksgiving feast in your finest stretchy pants, remember that certain kinds of human food can cause tummy upset, diarrhea, or possible food poisoning in our furry friends. It’s always best to keep your pets on their regular diet, even during...

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