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Love and Second Chances
Heartwarming Pet Stories

Hello, dear readers. We have some heartwarming stories to share with you today. So, grab your coffee and settle in for some tales of love, rescue, and new beginnings. We have 3 kitten tales 😉 who found new homes in time for the day of love.

Supporting Denver Pet
Nonprofits With Goodheart

3 min read Our (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....

Why Garden Mushrooms Are
Dangerous for Pets

3 min read Dogs (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....

How to Tell If Your Dog or Cat
Has an Ear Infection

5 min read Dr 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...

What to Do When
Your Cat Stops Eating

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...

Why Your Dog Might Refuse
Food and What to Do

2 min read If 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...

Dog Vomiting?
Symptoms and When to Call the Vet

2.5 min read Dr Jesse Wiliams, veterinarian at Goodheart Lowry, offers tips for a vomiting pet.Last week, Emily noticed her dog, Bailey, vomiting after a vigorous play session in the backyard. As a new dog owner, she was unsure if this was serious or a minor issue. ...

Too Much Exercise?
How to Keep Your Dog Safe

3 min read Dr David Liss of Goodheart Animal Health Center on avoiding excessive exercise for pets.Max, a Labrador, joined his owner Jake on a long bike ride on Bear Creek Trail last summer. Jake called us in a panic when Max collapsed from over-exertion at mile 4. We...

Summer Pet Safety
How to Keep Your Pet Cool

2 min read Prep for a safe summer alongside your pets with Dr Robb’s safety tips. As temperatures rise, so do the risks for our pets. Dr Alex Robb, Medical Director of Goodheart Animal Health Center in Cherry Creek, offers valuable tips for pet safety this summer....

Decoding Silly Pet Behaviors
What’s Normal?

3 minute read Take your relationship to the next level by understanding your pets’ nonverbal cues.What lies behind the everyday behaviors of cats and dogs? Two of our Goodheart veterinarians – Dr Carrie Oakes and Dr Ashlyn Spring at Goodheart Cherry Creek – unravel...

Decoding Silly Pet Behaviors
What’s Normal?

3 minute read Take your relationship to the next level by understanding your pets’ nonverbal cues.What lies behind the everyday behaviors of cats and dogs? Two of our Goodheart veterinarians – Dr Carrie Oakes and Dr Ashlyn Spring at Goodheart Cherry Creek – unravel...

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Custom Vaccine Plans
For Your Dog or Cat

3.5 minute read Goodheart customizes immunization plans for each pet. We’ll chat at your pet’s yearly check-up. Then, we recommend only the vaccines your pet needs based on your lifestyle and environment. Our advice is conservative and based on common sense. Vaccines...

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Spring Wellness Tips for
Dogs and Cats

2.5 min read Dr Beth Spencer answers common springtime questions in this video and blog.  As we gear up for spring, it's essential to ensure our furry friends are ready for the change in season. Dr Beth Spencer, Medical Director at Goodheart Animal Health Center on...

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7 Simple Tips to Improve
Your Dog’s Behavior

3 min read Behavior is the number one reason that dogs get returned to shelters. Here are 7 tips to help you build a positive relationship with your 4-legged friend.Are you having dog behavioral issues? Or did you just adopt a dog and want to make them a well-mannered...

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New Info on
Respiratory Illnesses in Dogs

1 min read Watch the interview: Dr Alex Robb sheds light on coughing and respiratory issues in dogs.Veterinarians are seeing increased cases of coughing and respiratory disease in dogs. The disease is characterized by a persistent cough, which often escalates into...

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5 Awkward Pet
Questions Answered by Vets

2 min read No pet topic weirds us out. Is your dog’s penis sticking out? Is your pet eating poop (medically known as “coprophagia”) Is your cat humping the pillow? Just tell us! We’re here to answer all your questions. Doctor Katz answers questions we know clients...

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Our 4 Pillars of
Pet Wellness and Care

8 min read Pets bring us immeasurable joy and companionship. Goodheart Animal Health Center’s mission is to prevent your cat and dog from getting sick so they can stay by your side – healthy and happy – for as long as possible. Our care guidelines are based on 4...

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How to Help Your Pet’s Stiff
Joints in Cold Weather

3 min read 16-year-old Slim Shady is transformed after beginning this new medicine.“Before starting Librela, Dizzy wasn’t using all four legs to go up and down the stairs,” says this 8-year-old Sheltie's mom, Lisa. “She was also hesitant to jump and run at full...

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Why Cats Knead and
What It Means

3 min read “Kneading is an instinctual habit that offers cats comfort,” says Christine Dolce, Hospital Manager at Goodheart Lowry. Kneading is when cats rhythmically push their paws against a soft surface, often with a kneading motion like the way dough is kneaded.  A...

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