About Dr. Goodpet
The Dr. Goodpet Story
Starting with a single product in 1984, the company has grown steadily and now sells over 30 products, with new items being added all the time to thousands of customers nationwide, including veterinarians, breeders, groomers, trainers, pet owners and leading pet and health food chains.
"Over the years we have been very gratified by customer response," says Gottlieb. "Our customers are people looking for effective, non-toxic and natural solutions for their pets. They demand the same high level of health care product that they use themselves. We continually receive unsolicited testimonials telling us how much their pets are benefiting."
The Dr. Goodpet line includes homeopathic remedies, vitamin/mineral supplements, digestive enzymes pure hypoallergenic shampoo and all-cotton stain-control garments.
Our homeopathic remedies have the distinction of being the first in the U.S. made exclusively for pets. Based on advanced European combinations used for many years, these remedies help relieve such problems as itching, flea-bite allergies, scratching, skin conditions, motion sickness, hyperactivity, diarrhea, foul breath, ear infections, pain and stiffness from arthritis, and minor eye irritations.
The Dr. Goodpet plant-based digestive enzyme formulations come in two forms -- one for cats and the other for dogs. "Most pets need digestive enzymes to supplement their own diminishing production, particularly as they age," says Zucker. "With a supplement, animals get more nutrition from their food. They become healthier, inside and outside. Skin problems often clear up."
Zucker adds that plant-based digestive enzymes have been shown in research to be more effective than more expensive animal-based enzymes that are frequently recommended by veterinarians and can be used instead. Our product works well for problems like pancreatitis, irritable bowel syndrome and bloat.
Dr. Goodpet vitamin and trace mineral supplements feature unique age-specific vitamin and trace mineral formulas for young, adult and senior animals, and for pregnant and lactating females. These products help boost resistance against illness and allergies, develop healthier skin, and compensate for nutritional deficiencies in less-than-perfect commercial pet food.
The nutritional supplements have large amounts of vitamin C and trace minerals, ingredients not typically found in other pet supplements or food.
Vitamin C is not put in other supplements because dogs and cats produce their own vitamin C internally. With San Jose veterinarian Dr. Wendell Belfield, Zucker co-authored two books on nutritional supplementation for pets ("How To Have A Healthier Dog" and "The Very Healthy Cat Book"), which spelled out the many benefits of supplemental vitamin C to pets.
"Dogs and cats are, in fact, minimal producers of vitamin C," says Zucker. "When you supplement pets they are healthier, and better able to withstand the stress and pollution in their lives. Dr. Belfield has actually shown how vitamin C supplementation can help prevent hip dysplasia, a crippling condition in many dogs."
Zucker also collaborated with Los Angeles veterinarian Dr. Alfred Plechner on the book "Pet Allergies: Remedies For An Epidemic," the first book on allergies in dogs and cats written for pet owners and it's follow-up "Pets At Risk". Among other things, these breakthrough books describe outstanding results with trace minerals and plant-based digestive enzymes.
Zucker's books have been widely praised in national media, including the Chicago Tribune, Seattle Times, Baltimore Sun, and Honolulu Star-Bulletin, and inspired the formulation of a number of Dr. Goodpet products.
Customer Testimonials
Dr. Goodpet FAQ
Will the Dr. Goodpet Canine Digestive Enzymes work to stop the awful smelling gas produced by our dogs (especially at night)?
Yes it will! Just sprinkling the indicated amount on their food will clear the air- guaranteed!
Can we use both Flea Relief and Scratch Free at the same time for our dog and cat?
Yes, homeopathic remedies work best if used at a 4-hour interval though, so use one in the morning and the other at night.
Can we use Crystal-C powder for instead of toothpaste to brush our dogs or cats teeth and gums?
Can we sprinkle the Canine Digestive Enzymes or Feline Digestive Enzymes or Probiotics on our dog or cats food and store in the fridge for feeding later?
Are Dr Goodpet's Canine Digestive Enzymes helpful for a dog with Pancreatitis?
Is Yucca toxic to pets?
I have a dog who chronically scratches (without fleas). Yesterday I purchased your anti- itch product (which worked overnight - however today she's scratching a bit). I am wondering what additional products you would recommend? Note, she’s also on a hypoallergenic food. Thanks for your help.
This is a very common situation, unfortunately. Our recommendation is to add supplements to her diet that will help her fully digest and absorb the nutrients from her food. Maximum Protection Formula, Canine Digestive Enzymes and Bena Fish Oil (or Pure Coconut Oil). Adding a sprinkling of these supplements and using Dr. Goodpet's Pure Shampoo once a week will relieve that itching.
Hello - just got my order and a paper that discussed how to make home-made dog and cat food. The only thing missing was figuring out the amounts to give different weight dogs. Tips? Thank you so much.
I purchased your homeopathic Flea Relief for my dog. You indicate that It's a great natural alternative to products like Advantage®, Program® and Frontline®. What is the dosage amount and frequency depending on weight to use your product as an alternative to the above.. My german shepherd dog is 80 lbs. Thank you!
Start with the recommended dosage of 15 drops (half-full dropper) directly in the mouth (or on a bit of food or treat) twice a day and 15 drops in the water bowl. You can use less as it starts working so after a week or cut down to once a day and in the water. After another week, every other day will work. You can get to just using it the water and twice a week directly. Shampoo your GSD more often than usual with a neutral soap/shampoo- Dr Goodpet’s Pure Shampoo works well- you can also powder your dog with DE (diatomaceous earth powder Outside Flea Relief). Fleas are a constant battle- especially when it gets hot and humid.