What qualifications should I look for in a vet?
You love your pet and want to be sure that the vet you choose has the right qualifications to provide the veterinary care that your animal needs. So what qualifications should you look for?
Welcome to Our Animal Hospital in Santa Cruz County
Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital is a full-service pet hospital that offers comprehensive medical services for dogs and cats across Santa Cruz County, from Aptos and Santa Cruz to Felton, Watsonville and Prunedale.
From preventive care and surgery to dental care, internal medicine, puppy and kitten care and emergency services our vets are able to meet all of your pet's healthcare needs in one place.
We provide care for companion animals and have developed a reputation since opening in 1977 for high quality, compassionate and friendly veterinary care to help return your pet back to their happy and healthy selves.
Whether you are bringing your pet in to see us for the first time, or have been relying on our veterinary team to care for your pet form puppy and kittenhood to their senior years, we always treat your pet as if they were our own.
Dental Care
Provide for your pet's oral and overall health with dental care, from cleanings to exams and surgical procedures.
Internal Medicine
Find diagnosis and treatments for diseases and conditions that affect your pet's internal systems and structures.
Puppies & Kittens
Find high quality guidance and service for as you care for your puppy or kitten throughout their critical first year and life.
Senior Care
Prioritize your senior pet's health and comfort with preventative and proactive care to help them age gracefully.
Quality, Integrity, Compassion & Service
At Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital, our veterinarians offer a comprehensive range of services for your dog or cat. From preventative medicine like routine checkups and vaccinations, to surgical services, we aim to provide your pet with the high quality care they deserve, supported by our advanced diagnostic lab.
Routine Exams
Put your pet's long-term health first with the proactive and preventative care offered by routine checkups and exams.
Preventive Care
Put a stop to diseases and conditions before they become an issue using vaccinations and parasite prevention.
Diagnostics
We support your pets care with our in-house diagnostic lab, to provide targeted diagnosis and treatment plans.
Surgery
Our vets offer a variety of surgical procedures to help your pet maintain and recover their good health.
Compassionate, Experienced Care
At Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital, we are dedicated to providing an atmosphere of compassion, joy, creativity, understanding, and respect for our clients, patients and staff.
Our veterinary team works closely together in order to provide the best possible care to and fastest possible recovery for your pet when they are ill.
Our vets are committed to and passionate about client education in order to encourage long-term pet health and wellness. We work with you to create a treatment plan to maintain your pet's health that works for them, and for you.
Our veterinarians' combined skill, experience and passion for pets allows us to provide you and your pet with the best possible services and health outcomes to meet and exceed your expectations.
What Clients Are Saying
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I've been taking my senior standard poodle to Dr. Martin for 2 years now, ever since I moved to this area. I have been so happy with the professionalism, kindness, caring and knowledge of all the team members here. This morning we had an urgent situation arise and even though they were fully booked, Dr. Blom squeezed us in and took excellent care of Abella. I left much calmer, with a very thorough plan of action for the next few days and a feeling of comfort and optimism.
Address & Hours
Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital is proud to serve patients across Santa Cruz County, including Aptos, Santa Cruz, Capitola, Pajaro, Prunedale, Felton and more.
Hospital Hours
- Monday: 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Tuesday: 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Wednesday: 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Thursday: 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Friday: 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Saturday: 09:00 am - 04:00 pm
- Sunday: Closed
Tips & Advice From Our Team
Regardless of whether you're searching for advice about protecting your pet from illness or parasites, or you are looking for answers to questions about your pet's wellness, our veterinary blog features tips from Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital to help your pets stay healthy and happy.
Preventing Heartworm Disease in Pets
Heartworm disease is a serious condition that can result in heart failure, severe lung disease, damage to other organs and even death for pets in Santa Cruz County. The disease is typically found in cats, dogs and ferrets. Here, our vets explain why prevention is key.
Protecting Your Pet (And Your Family) From Ticks
Ticks can spread a number of serious diseases and are therefore dangerous to people and pets. In this post, our Santa Cruz County vets explain how these external parasites thrive, including which signs to beware of, and how to keep ticks away from your pets and your family.
