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Goodheart Animal Health Center

Updated 2026-07-10 · 1,287 reviewed · 184 listed · Scored from 564 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(564) 91 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary Dental CareLarge Animal & EquineGeneral Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsVeterinary PharmacySurgery & Specialty Care
Goodheart Animal Health Center
Services
Veterinary Dental Care, Large Animal & Equine, General Veterinary Care
Reviews
564

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently report a clinic where staff treat anxious and reactive animals with genuine patience, spending time on the ground rather than using exam tables, and explaining care decisions clearly without upselling. The team embodies Fear Free principles and lets owners stay present during procedures like blood draws, creating a calm, unhurried experience that many describe as a sharp contrast to previous vets.

Named doctors (Powers, Williams, Spencer, Jensen, Todd, Giron, Laura) and technicians (Haley, Yessenia, Vivian, Jen) appear frequently, along with standout front-desk care from Jordyn. Surgical aftercare, neutering, dental cleanings, and multi-pet behavior support are all mentioned positively. The Baker location itself is praised for its clean, open design with natural light and historic brick.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient approach to anxious pets
  • clear explanations and education without pressure
  • Fear Free techniques and low-stress handling
  • attentive staff across all roles
  • genuine advocacy for animal welfare over profit
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Best for: Owners of anxious, reactive, or hard-to-handle dogs and cats who want a low-stress, transparent approach.

Strengths

  • Fear Free certified approach; animals examined on the floor instead of tables
  • Owners stay present during procedures like blood draws
  • Named doctors and techs praised for patience with anxious or reactive pets
  • No visible pressure to upsell; treatment plans explained clearly

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Powers, Dr. Williams, Dr. Spencer, Dr. Jensen, Dr. Todd, Dr. Giron, Dr. Laura repeatedly praised for gentleness
  • Technician Haley, Yessenia, Vivian, Jen mentioned by name
  • Jordyn at front desk noted for exceptional communication and updates via text
  • Free 'happiness visits' offered to nervous pets
  • Owners report being kept updated by text during procedures
  • Exam approach: animals on the floor instead of tables; owners present during blood draws
  • Surgical care (neutering) includes detailed aftercare communication

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Wellness exams praised for thoroughness and detailed explanation of findings without alarm.
Veterinary Dental Care
Professional cleanings and dental disease diagnosis handled with patience; pre-procedure cardiology clearance recommended where appropriate.
Surgery & Specialty Care
Neutering and other surgical procedures receive detailed communication and follow-up; anxiety-prone animals supported throughout.
Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Vaccine appointments include calm handling and post-shot rewards; no mentions of cost or affordability in reviews.
Veterinary Pharmacy
No review text directly addresses pharmacy services.
Large Animal & Equine
No review text addresses large animal or equine services.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.57 average across the 110 veterinary dental care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 77% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you offer free introductory visits?
Yes, reviewers mention free 'happiness visits' available for pets who are nervous, where they can visit, get on the scale, receive treats and pets with no formal exam.
Can I stay with my pet during procedures like blood draws?
Yes, reviewers note that unlike other clinics, fear-free techniques here allow owners to stay present in the room during blood draws and other procedures.
How do you handle anxious or reactive pets?
Staff use Fear Free techniques including floor-level exams instead of tables, slow approaches, treats, and gentle handling. Owners report staff taking extra time and patience, even with dogs described as 'absolute terrors' at other vets.
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Last updated 2026-07-10