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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...

Is Your Cat Stressed?
Signs and Solutions

4 min read   Help your cat relax faster by knowing his or her stress triggers. Cats are highly sensitive creatures. This means they don’t always react well to change. Both minor and major changes to their routines can lead to anxiety.  Goodheart teaches pet owners...

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Travel Tips for Pets
How to Prepare for the Road

3 min read “Toby is a well-traveled terrier,” says Codee, a Veterinary Care Professional. “He enjoys road trips and long car rides. When I first adopted Toby, I taught him to stay put in his car seat that is attached to the back seat of the car. It has a safety strap...

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Why Dental X-Rays Are Essential
For Pet Health

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New Year’s Resolutions
From Your Pet’s Perspective

Read: 1.5 min It’s us—Juniper & Raja. You might have seen us on the Goodheart magnet. We’re Goodheart pets and official mascots. 😊  We’ve noticed this time each year that you make a list of ways to improve your life. It seems like a great idea! On behalf of your...

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How to Pet-Proof Your
Holiday Decorations

1 min read Decorated Christmas trees and a fully lit menorah or kinara are showstoppers. Ornaments, lights, and seasonal scents add to the festive feeling of the season. They also seem like shiny new playthings to your curious pet. When decorating your home for the...

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Thanksgiving Foods
That Are Safe for Pets

1 min read Charlie Brown always shared Thanksgiving with Snoopy. If you plan carefully, your pets can join in on the holiday too. Some human foods are unsafe for pets. Yet, plain ingredients (or single ingredients) are fine. Avoid a Thanksgiving trip to the ER with...

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Annual Lab Tests
That Help Your Pet Thrive

1.5 min read Routine labs on Kevin, an 8-year-old Pekingese Mix, revealed a high white blood cell count. Dr Cassie Jensen tested him to find out why this was elevated and found an often life-threatening tumor on his adrenal gland. We removed it and his blood levels...

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How to Cope With the Loss of a Pet

2min read   Sean’s older cat Gracie limped with pain. She began to bump into walls and urinate in the living room. Then, when Sean’s younger cat began to groom Gracie, he realized it was time to prepare for her death. Our cats and dogs are family, so it’s...

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6 Common Signs of
Pet Allergies

2 min read Four-year-old Odin suffers from allergies triggered by chicken (note: food allergies are the rarest kinds of dog allergies) and the environment. His mom, Hospital Manager Christine Dolce, says Odin’s itchiness gets in the way of his life. “He stops playing...

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