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 three 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 graduated from Tarleton State University with a degree in Business Administration. She has worked in the accounting field for over 20 years. Donna and her husband, Robert, have three grown children, seven beautiful grandchildren, and two dogs.

Donna Trusty

TSU graduate, Ark Tech since March, 2013, Women’s Ministry Tri-Rivers Baptist Area.

Gaby Davila

Ark Tech since April, 2021.

Grace Wysowski

Ark Tech since January, 2021, Horse Trainer, Rodeo Circuit.

Erin Schultz

Ark Tech since January, 2021, Horse Trainer, Rodeo Circuit.

Lessa Hammit

TSU graduate, Ark Receptionist since October, 2010, Choir Director at First Presbyterian-Stephenville.

Kendal Stewart

Tarleton State University student, Ark Tech since December, 2022.

Jordyn Hicks

Tarleton State University student, Ark Tech since July, 2022.

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.

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