The people behind Ridgeline.

Dr. Saxton was born and raised in the Blue Mountains outside of Weston, Oregon. She played college volleyball at Walla Walla Community College and received her Associate of Science degree, then transferred to Oregon Tech, where she played volleyball for the Owls and graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology and health science in 2015. She obtained her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Oregon State University in 2019 and began working in Klamath Falls for Dr. Jon Goodell. In 2026 she entered a business partnership to buy Goodell Veterinary Clinic, and is now part owner of Ridgeline Veterinary Clinic LLC.

Professionally, Dr. Saxton is interested in advanced equine dentistry, equine reproduction, and lameness and soundness evaluations, but enjoys working with cattle and small ruminants as well. She has been a member of the American Association of Equine Practitioners since she started veterinary school, an organization that holds its members to high standards for continuing education, welfare, and equine health.

In her spare time, Dr. Saxton has a growing family and enjoys her kids and their gymnastics, swimming, and biking. She enjoys outdoor activities with her family, riding horses, and is trying to get to the gun range more often with her husband.

Dr. Jon Goodell grew up on a working cattle ranch near Spray, Oregon. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1988 from Carroll College in Helena, Montana, and obtained his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1993 from Oregon State University, College of Veterinary Medicine. After working in a mixed animal practice in Cody, Wyoming, his wife's home state, the family moved to Klamath Falls. Dr. Goodell has been practicing large animal medicine at this location since 1998.

Professionally, Dr. Goodell has a special interest in equine reproduction, advanced dentistry, and soundness. He enjoys the diversity his profession provides in tending to horses, cattle, and other food animals. He is a long time member of the American Association of Equine Practitioners, which demands excellence among its members to protect and improve the health and welfare of the horse.

Much of the doctor's spare time is spent attending and coaching his children's many sporting events. He and his family enjoy raising horses and participating in horse activities, primarily barrel racing and team roping. Dr. Goodell is also an avid fly fisherman, though in reality he spends more time thinking about fishing than casting his line.

Betty Kay grew up in Merrill, Oregon and attended Lost River High School. After graduating in 2024 she continued her education at Lassen Community College and obtained her associate degree in animal science. She has always enjoyed working with animals and being in the outdoors.

Outside of work she loves spending time with family and friends, and riding her horses.