Dr. Heather Newett

Heather Newett, MPH, DVM

Heather Newett, MPH, DVM

VETERINARIAN
Bear Valley Veterinary Care Center

Education & Trainings

B.S from Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA

MPH from University of California, Berkeley's School of Public Health, Department of Infectious Diseases and Vaccinology

DVM from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Science

Professional Memberships

AVMA

Heather is a practicing small animal veterinarian in Denver, CO. In her free time she enjoys hiking, horseback riding, and traveling to new places. 

She specializes in Public Health--Infectious Diseases and Vaccinology and Small Animal General Practice.

Recent Articles

Dogo Argentino
by
Heather Newett, MPH, DVM

The Dogo Argentino was developed in the Republic of Argentina by a breeder named Dr. Antonio Nores Martinez. He focused on crossbreeding large, hardworking dogs to create an excellent partner for big-game...

Rottweiler
by
Heather Newett, MPH, DVM

Rottweilers are a large dog breed with a broad head, short fur, and wide-set eyes. Members of the working group, Rottweilers are thought to be descendants from mastiffs of ancient Rome. Today, they’re...

Nose Cancer in Dogs (Nasal Adenocarcinoma)
by
Heather Newett, MPH, DVM

What is Nasal Adenocarcinoma in Dogs? Nasal adenocarcinoma is the most common type of nasal tumor (cancer) found in dogs. This type of tumor can occur anywhere in a dog’s nasal passage, including the sinus...

Pancreatic Cancer in Dogs (Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma)
by
Heather Newett, MPH, DVM

What Is Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma in Dogs? The pancreas is located on the right side of a dog’s abdomen close to the end of the stomach and the beginning of the small intestine. The pancreas is responsible...

Rabies in Dogs
by
Heather Newett, MPH, DVM

What Is Rabies in Dogs? Rabies is a viral disease that is fatal to almost all dogs who catch it. Fortunately, pet parents can help to prevent their dogs from becoming infected with the rabies virus with...

Hyperphosphatemia in Dogs (High Phosphorus Levels)
by
Heather Newett, MPH, DVM

What is Hyperphosphatemia in Dogs? Hyperphosphatemia is the term for high phosphorus levels in the blood. Phosphorus is a mineral found in bones that, together with calcium, helps to build strong, healthy bone structure....