2 min read Bert never had allergies until he turned 10 this year. He began licking his paws more than usual at the start of spring. His licking became bad enough to wake up his mom, Vet Tech Ali Giblett, during the night. Ali suspected environmental allergies since...

1 min read Allergens are small particles that our bodies might react to. Allergens enter a pet’s body through their skin, ears, and nose. Dogs can suffer from allergies all year long. Year-round triggers include: -Environmental elements: grass, cedar, mold, pollen....

1.5 min read “I know a Jack Russell who was rushed to the vet and survived,” says Dr Christina Suhr. “But heat stroke happens fast. Keep your pets cool and avoid dangerous outcomes.” If your cat or dog is affected by heat, don’t wait. Keep our phone number handy and...

1.5 min read Act fast to lower your pet’s body temperature. Rush your pet to our veterinary hospital. A veterinary visit is crucial during and after heat exhaustion or heatstroke. No matter how well you cooled your pet at home, hidden organ damage or other issues can...

3.5 minute read Goodheart customizes vaccine 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 are...

1 min read   Panda has 2 modes: sleeping and cuddling.  “He's not very good at grooming himself anymore,” says Alex, a vet tech at Goodheart Cherry Creek, about 14-year-old Panda. “He needs a lot of brushing. I just shaved him and gave him a lion cut to prepare him...

3 min read “I’ve been taking care of 15-year-old Zsazi, a corgi/cattle dog mix, for 3 years,” says Dr Christina Suhr at Goodheart Cherry Creek. “I first saw her for back pain. She also suffered a stroke leaving the right side of her body partially paralyzed. Through...

2.5 min read "I never would have checked that spot if the dog wasn't limping," says Dr Alexander Robb. The tick had burrowed itself under the dewclaw (that extra digit found higher on your pet's leg). "Trust your instincts if your pet isn't acting like himself." Ticks...

1 min read If you suspect your pet has eaten something they shouldn’t have eaten, don’t panic. Many pets eat toxins. We won’t judge you over the item or substance. Life happens. We’re here to help. Step 1: Find the packaging. It helps to have the product packaging so...