Felton Veterinary Hospital sits in the redwood country of Felton, where the Santa Cruz Mountains meet everyday suburban life. If you’re driving through town on Highway 9 or exploring the nearby trails around Big Basin, this is where you’d want your dog to see a vet.

The three doctors on staff—Dr. Atton, Dr. Keil, and Dr. Calvert—have combined experience exceeding 60 years. They handle the range of things that come up: standard physical exams, surgery, internal medicine, dentistry, and dermatology. They also take on exotic animal cases, which speaks to their willingness to tackle less routine situations.

The facility covers the basics you’d expect from a full-service veterinary practice. Routine care is there, but so are more specialized services. If your dog needs dental work or has a skin issue that’s been nagging at you, they can address it. The doctors work with you to develop treatment plans specific to your dog’s situation rather than running through a one-size-fits-all approach.

Being in Felton means you’re in a quieter part of Santa Cruz County, away from the busier coastal towns. The practice draws from people scattered across the region—some coming down from the mountains, others heading up from the valley floor. It’s the kind of place where the staff knows you by name after a couple of visits, and they’re not rushing through appointments.

The hospital is equipped for the procedures they offer, including surgical capacity, which matters if your dog ever needs anything beyond routine care. Their approach emphasizes getting to know each dog as an individual rather than just another appointment slot. If you’re looking for veterinary care that combines experience with genuine attention to your dog’s specific needs, this is worth the drive to Felton.