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7 Tips For Better Pet Behavior
Dog behavior explained: Q&A with Denver Dog Trainer

3 min readBehavior 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...

Coughing & Respiratory Issues in Dogs in 2023 and 2024
“Mystery” illness has new treatments

1 min readWatch 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 more...

5 awkward questions you always wanted to ask your vet
Candid answers to awkward cat and dog topics

2 min readNo 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 feel...

Goodheart’s 4 Pillars of Care
The core beliefs that guide your pet’s care: wellness, nutrition, dental, and fear/anxiety/stress

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

Ease Your Pet’s Stiff Joints in 2024
3 tips for cold weather days

3 min read16-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 speed.”...

Why Do Cats Knead? 
Here’s why cats “make biscuits.”

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

Cats and dogs hate New Year’s Eve fireworks
Your pet’s ears are sensitive to sound

Loud bangs and pops scare pets and can make a normally well-behaved pet misbehave or run away. Celebrations can be stress-free if you plan ahead. Consider your pet as you make your plans for December 31st. Dr Beth Spencer’s #1 tip for NYE is to keep your pet indoors....

Can Cats and Dogs Have Diabetes?
Treatments, symptoms and prevention

7.5 min read   “This is Freddie,” says Goodheart Broadway Medical Director, Dr Beth Spencer. “He is a bit of a stubborn cat and refuses to get his ear poked. He’s appreciative of a new device called FreeStyle Libre 2 that eliminates the poking every few hours....

Tips for protecting your deaf furry friend
We have 3 ways to keep your pup safe

Franklin’s family realized he was hard of hearing soon after they adopted him. “We learned he might have hearing issues when he was just a puppy,” says Katie, Franklin’s mom.

Why is my dog eating grass?
7 factors behind your dog's lawn munching

3 min read “I think Milo eats grass for the novelty,” says Goodheart client, Lauren. “He came from a place with astroturf. So grass is new to him and it probably feels nice, hides yummy bugs, and has an interesting texture”. In fact, dogs eat grass for many reasons....
Trust Your Vet, Not Dr Google  Why You Should Ask the Experts

Trust Your Vet, Not Dr Google
Why You Should Ask the Experts

2 min read    ”I have read some doozies,” says Emily, a Registered Veterinary Technician at Goodheart Broadway. “The worst myth I’ve seen online is to give your dog garlic as flea and tick prevention. It said that garlic would kill off the fleas! I was puzzled and...

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Lost Cat or Dog?  Find Them With These 4 Tips

Lost Cat or Dog?
Find Them With These 4 Tips

2 min read We’ve written tips to help pets feel safe and secure during Independence Day festivities.  In this blog, we’ll address what to do if your pet happens to run away or get lost.   4 steps to find a lost pet.Step 1: Share your pet’s picture On social media:...

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Is Your Cat Stressed?  Here are some ways to tell

Is Your Cat Stressed?
Here are some ways to tell

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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