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Your dogâs age just got a little more exact
Researchers have a new formula to replace the â7 dog years = 1 human yearâ calculation
Our docs can offer advice on habits that promote a long, happy, healthy lifeNew research shows that dogs age in spurts as their DNA changes. Dogs still age faster than humans. However, they donât age in a straight line like previously believed. As dogs age, their...
Humping: dogs mount for more than sexual reasons
Thereâs no reason to be embarrassed, but action is required if itâs constant
Male and female dogs hump buddies due to sexual instinct, to play, or to command control. Call us if this has become a habit for your pet.Is there anything more awkward than your dog humping another dog at the park? Perhaps sniffing a guestâs groin. But weâre here to...
Non-anesthetic dental procedures donât work
Anesthesia is safe and provides your pet with a stress-free and pain-free cleaning.
Cats and dogs won't sit still for a dental cleaning. Anesthesia is the only way a vet can remove disease-causing bacteria from your petâs teeth and gums.Recently, weâve seen non-anesthetic dental procedures promoted for pets. Donât believe the hype. These providers...
New guidelines: Fix your cat by 5 months of age
Cats can live longer when spayed or neutered earlier
Raj the cat might look a bit nervous, but really Feline Fix by 5 is a more humane option: It reduces disease, improves behavior and controls unwanted cat populations.Research indicates a decrease in cancer, behavioral issues, overpopulation, and infections when cats...
Cats and dogs may not love fireworks as much we do
Your petâs ears are sensitive to sound
Dr Beth Spencer and her dogs, Mobi and Brownie, who will enjoy New Yearâs Eve together this year!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...
Nourish Your Pet with the Best Diet
You are what you eat! The saying is true for pets, too. Good nutrition is one of the most important things you can do to help your pet live a happy, healthy, and long life. Thatâs why we discuss what you feed your pet at every visit.Small tweaks to diet and lifestyle...
Your Pets Can Live Better Lives
Catch disease early or prevent it entirely with annual wellness check-ups.
The Focus at Goodheart is Prevention We aim to keep your pet well for as many years asâŻpossible Everything we do is focused on your cat or dog's long-term wellness. We aim to prevent disease through annual wellness check-ups. That is why we recommendâŻassessing your...
Take a page out of the new schooling playbook for dogs!
Kids might be in virtual classes, but that doesn't mean dogs need to stay home.While this back to school looks different than past years, one thing hasnât changed and that is the excitement of socializing and seeing your buddies. Much like kids, dogs are social...
Goodheart Makes an Impact Through Giving
Goodheart Animal Health Centerâs charitable giving reflects a commitment to lifelong wellness for animals. When she launched the business late last year, Dr Beth Spencer decided that Goodheart would play a key role in Denverâs collective effort to elevate the...