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Protect Your Pup From Heat Exhaustion
Keep your cool pet from turning into a hot dog this summer
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...
Head off a heat emergency
If your pet has heatstroke, stay cool and take these steps
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...
Our Careful and Common Sense Approach to Vaccines
We Customize the Plan for Your Dog and Cat
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...
5 Tips for Senior Cats
Easy ways to protect your best bud
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...
5 ways to nurture your senior pet
Make the most of your companion’s golden years
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...
Ticks are Little. They Spread Big Diseases.
Protect your cat and dog with preventive medicine
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...
My pet ate poison. Now what?
The 5 things to do next
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...
Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth: What to Know for Cats and Dogs
It's easier than it seems!
2.5 min read Brushing is a good habit to form as part of pet dental care. It’s a nice addition to professional...
Protect Your Pet From the Cold: 3 Tips for a Safe Winter
2 min read Franklin enjoys the snow last winter. No need to outfit your dog in booties in the backyard. It's likely you'll only be playing...