Business Details
24 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Veterinary Care for Dogs, Cats & Exotic Pets
Quail Ridge Animal Hospital has been serving the Carson City, NV community since 2002 with compassionate veterinary care. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in wellness exams, dental care, and exotic pet services, utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to ensure accurate treatment plans. We prioritize preventive care to maintain long-term health for pets, offering tailored vaccination schedules and parasite prevention programs. Our surgical services range from routine spays to complex orthopedic procedures, with anesthetic protocols customized for each patient. The hospital maintains 24/7 emergency referral partnerships while providing urgent care during regular business hours.Our staff includes veterinarians with specialized expertise in avian and exotic medicine, reflecting our commitment to treating all animals as valued family members. We offer comprehensive senior pet care programs with increased exam frequency to address age-related health changes. Through continual staff education, we stay current with advancements in veterinary medicine to deliver evidence-based treatment options. Our community-focused approach emphasizes client education, offering nutritional counseling and pet health resources to support informed care decisions.
Services
Wellness Care
Dental Services
Exotic Pet Care
Surgical Procedures
Vaccinations
Parasite Prevention
Diagnostic Imaging
Senior Pet Care
Urgent Care
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Veterinarians with specialized exotic animal expertise
- State-of-the-art diagnostic imaging technology
- Comprehensive senior pet wellness programs
- Customized treatment plans for chronic conditions
- Continuing education in modern veterinary techniques
What people say
Amazing little vet hospital
So kind and awesome
Exotic doctor expertise
Treated with love
Highly recommended
Services
Wellness Care
Our comprehensive wellness exams detect health issues early through complete physical assessments. We evaluate body condition, organ function, and skin health while recommending age-appropriate diagnostics. Regular checkups help prevent disease progression and maintain optimal pet health through personalized care plans.
Dental Services
Professional teeth cleanings under anesthesia remove tartar and prevent systemic infections. Our dental exams include oral X-rays to assess tooth roots while addressing gum disease. Preventive education covers home care techniques to maintain dental health between visits.
Exotic Pet Care
Specialized care for reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals includes habitat recommendations and species-specific nutrition. We perform annual exams with diagnostic testing while addressing unique medical needs of exotic animals through experienced veterinary treatment.
Surgical Procedures
Custom anesthetic plans ensure patient safety during spays, neuters, and soft tissue surgeries. Our surgical suite includes advanced monitoring equipment with preoperative consultations to explain procedures and postoperative recovery instructions for optimal healing.
Diagnostic Imaging
Digital X-rays and ultrasound provide detailed internal organ evaluations for accurate diagnosis. Our diagnostic services identify skeletal abnormalities, heart conditions, and abdominal issues through non-invasive imaging techniques performed by trained specialists.
People
Lesli A. Spears DVM
Veterinarian
With 38 years of experience, Dr. Speers graduated from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. She specializes in exotic animal medicine and has operated her own practice since 2002, treating all creatures from chickens to lizards.
Don Hemerson
Hospital Manager
This third-generation veterinary professional brings 20 years of practice management experience. Raised in a veterinary family, he focuses on creating supportive environments for staff and patients while maintaining operational excellence.
Alli Embury
Front Desk Receptionist
Passionate about animal care since childhood, Alli manages front desk operations while balancing family life with six children. She contributes to the hospital's welcoming atmosphere that makes clients feel comfortable.
Jasmine Boucher
Receptionist / Veterinary Assistant
A Carson City native since age 5, Jasmine combines veterinary assistance with client communication. She maintains active involvement in pet health through dog training and animal art projects outside work hours.
Crystal Bennett
Veterinary Assistant
Currently serving in the Army National Guard and pursuing emergency medicine, Crystal brings three years of veterinary experience. Her childhood passion for animals developed into professional care supporting the hospital's mission.
Questions
What species do you treat at Quail Ridge Animal Hospital?
We provide care for dogs, cats, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals including exotic pets like hedgehogs and birds.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services after hours?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency care, we partner with Animal Emergency & Specialty Center in Reno for after-hours urgent treatment.
What wellness exam components should I expect?
Exams include physical evaluation from nose to tail, body condition scoring, dental assessment, and age-appropriate diagnostic testing recommendations.
How do you handle senior pet care differently?
We recommend biannual exams for pets over 7 years, with specialized monitoring for age-related conditions like arthritis and organ function changes.
What dental disease prevention options exist?
We offer professional cleanings, oral examinations with X-rays, home care guidance, and specialized diets to maintain dental health between visits.
Can you help with exotic pet habitat requirements?
Our exotic specialists provide habitat setup guidance, species-specific nutrition plans, and environmental enrichment recommendations during wellness visits.
