Stone Ridge Veterinary Medical Center & Pet Resort is the go-to place for many pet owners in Conroe. It's more than a clinic. This passionate team of animal lovers works in a full-service medical and surgical center and offers state-of-the-art equipment and comprehensive veterinary care.
We visited the expansive facility to interview one of the veterinarians onboard, Dr. Amanda Hall, whose interests are in soft tissue surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, and neurology. She and her staff serve a variety of patients, primarily dogs, cats, birds, and other household pets, along with occasional small farm animals.
What are the most pressing medical needs of pets in our community? According to Dr. Hall, the triple threat of heartworms, fleas, and ticks is always a factor, as is dental care, urgent care, surgical care, and a safe boarding environment.
Heartworm Treatment and Prevention
The veterinarians at Stone Ridge have battled a heavy mosquito season that puts pets at higher risk of heartworm parasites. "The good news is that pets can be screened for this serious but treatable disease," says Dr. Hall. "And heartworm medications help dogs and cats stay protected year-round."
The key is preventing infections and re-infections. Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes, which work themselves into the bloodstream and then into the heart and lungs. Growing up to 12 inches and living for years, they can also damage the liver and kidneys. It can't be stressed enough, especially in our area, that dogs and cats are kept up-to-date with wellness visits and heartworm prescriptions to stop parasites in their tracks.
Fleas and Ticks
Fleas, too, transmit illnesses such as tapeworm infections and flea allergy dermatitis. Deer ticks in southeast Texas can spread Lyme disease, while brown dog ticks, found in all fifty states, can spread Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Gulf Coast ticks also spread a form of spotted fever.
With many flea and tick prevention brands and options, Dr. Hall and her team determine which is best for each dog and cat.
Dental Health
Some tell-tale signs your pet needs dental care are bad breath, inflamed gums, blood on the gums or saliva, and difficulty chewing. Among other things, Dr. Hall works with pet owners and patients to prevent gingivitis, periodontitis, and endodontic disease. She also checks for injured teeth.
Thoroughly examining, cleaning, or performing surgery on teeth is quite an undertaking. "Pets undergo anesthesia, which prevents stress and discomfort," explains Dr. Hall.
Urgent Care
There's a degree of comfort knowing that Stone Ridge patients can receive treatment, hospitalization, and critical care when the worst happens—things like traumatic injuries, seizures, loss of consciousness, ingestion of a toxic substance. During office hours, pets are treated with the latest diagnostic equipment and technologies. Patients are referred to a list of providers in Conroe, Spring, and Houston during after-hours emergencies.
Surgical Care
From routine to advanced, Stone Ridge provides cutting-edge surgical services. The veterinarians offer spaying and neutering procedures, soft tissue surgery, bone fracture repair, cranial cruciate ligament repair, patellar luxation repair, mass removal, orthopedic surgery, extracapsular and TPLO techniques, leg or toe amputation, and surgeries to treat hip dysplasia.
Safe Boarding Services
Stone Ridge is a home away from home for their pets when families travel. All guests must be current on vaccinations, have proof of flea and tick prevention, and be evaluated for temperament before they are admitted to supervised boarding. The facilities are innovative and brand new and designed to meet the unique needs of dogs and cats—roomy suites, soothing background music, premium meals, medications from expert hands, scheduled relaxation and play services upon request, and even scheduled grooming and vet services.
Two Locations — One High Standard of Care
Stone Ridge patients can be seen at either the Conroe or Willis locations. Records are shared between practices, and the veterinarians offer their expertise at both medical centers.
Visit conroevets.com and willisvet.com to learn more.
“We're your friends and neighbors, who also happen to be experts in veterinary medicine.” ~ Dr. Amanda Hall