Meet Our Veterinarian Staff
Drs. Marlon & Karen Hobbs
Drs. Marlon & Karen Hobbs are both graduates of Texas A&M University, 1992 and 1991, respectively.
After graduation, they practiced in the metroplex at different locations, holding associate positions.
They moved to Stephenville in July of 1993 and again practiced at separate locations for 5 1/2 years before opening the Ark Veterinary Hospital in January of 1999.
The doctors are committed to continuing education and keeping current with new technology, diagnostics, and therapeutics.
They have two children, Noah & Mikayla, and enjoy the balance of professional and family life. Their family also includes two dogs and one cat.
Organizations & Affiliations
Dr. Marlon Hobbs and Dr. Karen Hobbs are members of the following professional and civic organizations:
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- Texas Veterinary Medical Association
- American Association of Equine Practitioners
- Stephenville Chamber of Commerce
Donna Haggard
Donna Haggard is Ark’s Office Manager. She is a TSU graduate and has been with Ark since April, 2005. Donna and husband, Robert have 3 grown children, seven beautiful grandchildren and 3 dogs- Gigi, Sophia and Desi.
Donna Trusty
Donna Trusty is a TSU graduate and has been an Ark Technician since January, 2004 but had taken a few years for missionary work in Southeast Asia. She is also the Tri-Rivers Baptist Area Women’s Ministry Director. Donna has 3 cats – Thomas O’Mally, Abby Girl and Hunter.
Gaby Davila
Gaby Davila has been with the Ark since April, 2021. She is a Technician. Gaby has 4 dogs – Bailey, Luna, Malibu and Buster. She also has 1 cat named, Louie.
Grace Wysowski
Grace Wysowski has been with Ark since January, 2021. She is a Technician. Also, Grace is a Horse Trainer and Break Away Ropes. She is pictured with 2 of her pets - Cat and Reba but has 3 more dogs - Whiskey, Gypsy and Cardi B, along with 6 horses!!
Lessa Hammit
Leesa Hammit is the Receptionist and has been with the Ark since October, 2010. She also is the Choir Director at the First Presbyterian Church in Stephenville. She has 3 dogs – Ivy Jane, Zeke and Vulcan Blue.
Kendal Pennington
Kendal Pennington is a TSU student and has been with the Ark as a Technician since December, 2022. She has two dogs – Chip and Leo.
Jordyn Hicks
Jordyn Hicks is a TSU graduate. She is a Technician and has been with the Ark since July, 2022. She is pictured with her pet – Sweetie and is also the owner of Queso, her cat.
Eve Dial
Eve Dial is a TSU graduate. She is a Technician and has been with the Ark since March, 2024. She has a pet dog named Jax.
Savannah Levisay
Savannah Levisay is a TTU graduate and is an Ark Technician. She has been with Ark since June, 2024. She is pictured with her dog – Jasper and also has a cat named Frodo.
Melanie Johnson
Melanie Johnson is an Ark Receptionist and has been with us since August, 2024.
Alex Ramage
Alex Ramage is a Kennel Technician and has been with the Ark since August, 2024.
Dr. Cole Dodson
In Loving Memory…
Of our associate, Dr. Cole Dodson, who passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.
He was a wonderful veterinarian, friend, husband and son. His compassion for people and animals was unsurmountable. He will be greatly missed by his friends, family, and clients.
Dr. Cole Dodson, a 2003 graduate of Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine, "came aboard" the Ark in January of 2019. Following graduation, Dr. Dodson practiced at North Bryan Veterinary Clinic, eventually purchasing the practice in 2006. Dr. Dodson sold the practice in 2016 and continued to practice veterinary medicine in the Bryan/College Station/Hempstead area for three more years as an associate practitioner.
His desire to move to the Stephenville area was prompted by his desire to be closer to his parents, who reside in Coleman, Texas. He is joined by his wife Cyndy. They have two dogs and two cats. His focus is in both large and small animal medicine and surgery, with further emergency animal medical experience.
