Considering an Exotic Pet? 7 Secrets for Successful Coexistence
Are you considering an exotic pet? Reptiles, birds, and small mammals are diverse and unique, which makes them exciting pets—but new owners are often unaware or unprepared for their highly specialized care needs. Stone Ridge Veterinary Medical Center wants to ensure an exotic pet is right at home in your [...]
6 Uplifting Ways to Memorialize Your Pet
Losing a pet is heartbreaking, but by honoring their memory, you can still feel close to your beloved companion. Whether your pet is humanely euthanized or passes on their own, numerous memorialization options can help you cherish your furry friend. Keep in mind that you can remember your pet in [...]
Meet the Team: Spotlight On Brenda Long
We may be a little biased, but we think we have an incredible team here at Stone Ridge Veterinary Medical Center of Willis. Each member brings something special to our hospital, regardless of their educational or pet-related background. We’d like to shine a spotlight on one of our fabulous client [...]
Behind the Smiling Faces: What Do Veterinary Receptionists Do?
When you walk into Stone Ridge Veterinary Medical Center of Willis, you’ll be greeted by the smiling faces of Brenda, Lacey, and Maggie, our dedicated front-desk team. These ladies are superstars at their tasks, and while they may remember your pet’s name more frequently than yours, they’re your go-to source [...]
Ultrasound: What Pet Owners Want to Know
You may know about or have experienced ultrasound for yourself, but did you know that this advanced diagnostic technology is available for pets, too? Ultrasound has an important role in helping diagnose many diseases and conditions, and can provide valuable information to our Stone Ridge Veterinary Center team. Armed with [...]
Drilling Down on Your Pet’s Dental Health
Many pet owners are skilled at recognizing when their furry pals are sick or not themselves, especially if they have obvious signs like vomiting or a fever. However, pets, especially cats, often mask signs of illness, and many show only subtle changes in the early disease stages. Dental disease is [...]
Get to Know Dr. Stephanie Hutchinson, Marathon Runner and Rhinestone Applicator
When you visit us at Stone Ridge Veterinary Medical Center at Willis, you are typically focused on your pet’s health, and not necessarily on getting to know our team. We consider you and your pet part of our extended family, and want you to get to know us. So, we [...]
Protect Your New Pet with Insurance
Food? ✔️ Treats? ✔️ A cozy bed? ✔️ Tons of teething toys? ✔️ Collar and leash? ✔️ Pet insurance? When you bring home a new puppy or kitten during the holiday season, you may have stocked up on all the essentials except one—pet insurance. Similar to human health insurance, pet [...]
All About Mandy: Meet Stone Ridge Willis’ Practice Manager
Veterinary hospitals are difficult to keep on track, with management involving handling finances, employee schedules, inventory, and a million other aspects that go into caring for our community’s pets. Fortunately for Stone Ridge Willis and our Texas community, we have Mandy Spence keeping an eagle eye on our hospital’s day-to-day [...]
