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From Shelter to Home: Helping Colorado Pets Thrive

On May 2, thousands of people and their pets filled Denver’s Washington Park for Humane Colorado’s annual Furry Scurry, raising $605,000 to help animals across Colorado. Behind all the wagging tails, costumes and celebration is a serious purpose: helping animals get...

The Golden Years Matter: How We Personalize Visits for Senior Pets

As your pet changes over the years, so do their healthcare needs. We adjust our approach to ensure you can enjoy as many healthy years with them as possible. Here’s how and why veterinary visits at Goodheart Animal Health Center look a little different for our...

How Mobile Specialists Support Better Veterinary Care

When your pet has a complex condition or needs specialized care, it’s natural to have questions and want the very best. Goodheart Animal Health Centers creates a smooth, low-stress experience by bringing board-certified veterinary specialists to the Goodheart location...

More Than a Cleaning: How Goodheart Approaches Pet Dental Care

At Goodheart Animal Health Center, dental care is never treated as “just a cleaning.” Our dental procedure is built around transparency, safety, and high medical standards, every step of the way. The most important thing we can do to make a difference in your pet’s...

Can Pets Tell Time? The Science Behind Animal Time Perception

Have you ever wondered why your dog goes to the door before your car pulls into the driveway or your cat mysteriously appears every day at precisely 1:05 p.m. for their midday snack? How do they do it? Can pets tell time? Rhythm is everything: How pets perceive time...

🎃 Fear Free Costume Tips for Pets

Halloween decorations and costumes can be fun, but they may also pose risks for pets. Keep cords, candles, and small decorations (such as glow sticks, plastic spiders, or miniature skeletons) out of reach, and be sure your pet’s costume is comfortable and safe. 1....

Adventure Ready: 5 Safety Tips for Hiking and Camping With Pets

Make sure to pack caution in your travel bag with these top 5 trail tips from Goodheart Animal Health Centers!#1: Plan with weather and terrain in mind Research trail conditions, difficulty level, elevation, and expected weather before you plan your trip. Be prepared...

5 Ways to Support Pets With Separation Anxiety

Dogs and cats are naturally social creatures who thrive on the comfort and connection of their owners. While it’s normal for pets—and even pet parents—to feel a little uneasy during time apart, some dogs and cats experience severe emotional distress. Separation...

Cats & Dogs Can Get Heartworm 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...

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.

Decoding Silly Pet Behaviors
What’s Normal?

May 3, 2024

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...

Custom Vaccine Plans
For Your Dog or Cat

Apr 15, 2024

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...

Spring Wellness Tips for
Dogs and Cats

Apr 5, 2024

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...

7 Simple Tips to Improve
Your Dog’s Behavior

Mar 1, 2024

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...

New Info on
Respiratory Illnesses in Dogs

Feb 8, 2024

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...

5 Awkward Pet
Questions Answered by Vets

Feb 5, 2024

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...

Our 4 Pillars of
Pet Wellness and Care

Jan 20, 2024

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...

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

Jan 5, 2024

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...

Why Cats Knead and
What It Means

Dec 5, 2023

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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