Susan Shelton, DVM
Diplomate, American Board of Veterinary Practitioners
Canine and Feline Specialist
Founder & Medical Director
Dr. Susan Shelton grew up in Jacksonville, Florida. She attended Jacksonville University and the University of Florida for undergraduate studies. In 1991, she graduated with Honors from University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. In 2000, Dr. Shelton earned specialist status and board certification in canine and feline practice through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners.
Dr. Shelton’s veterinary career began when she opened Wells Road Veterinary Medical Center. In 2001, Dr. Shelton became extensively involved in local animal welfare issues. She joined, upon invitation, Mayor Delaney’s Task Force where she investigated the treatment and boarding conditions at Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services. After serving on the task force, she provided interim veterinary services for Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services; starting in January 2002, she held a seven month tenure as its first Senior Veterinarian. While working at Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services, Dr. Shelton designed and implemented the first on-site sterilization facility and oversaw the sterilization and adoption of over 3600 animals, three times the prior year’s numbers.
She founded Saint Francis Animal Hospital in 2003, where she continues to dedicate herself to caring for animals in the Jacksonville community.
In 2014, Dr. Susan Shelton was honored as the “Hero Next Door” for her ongoing dedication to helping pets in our community.
From 2015 to 2019, Saint Francis Animal Hospital was proudly voted Best in Jax in Folio Weekly’s annual contest.
Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Shelton enjoys training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, relaxing at the beach, and cruising around in her pink Jeep with her French Bulldog, Hope.