Everything we do for your pet.
A family-owned practice with one experienced veterinarian, Dr. Steve Pelton, caring for Northwest Houston pets since 1982. Here's a look at our services, our clinic, and the tools that make a visit easy.
What we do
Complete care for dogs and cats
From routine wellness to surgery and diagnostics, our fully equipped clinic covers it all under one roof.
Comprehensive checkups to keep your pet in optimal condition.
Learn more Wellness PanelsCBC, chemistry, urinalysis and thyroid screening for early detection.
Learn more Dental CareProfessional cleaning, oral exams and dental surgery.
Learn more SurgerySafe, modern procedures with advanced monitoring.
Learn more DiagnosticsDigital X-rays, blood work and parasite screening.
Learn more Laser TherapyClass IV therapeutic laser for pain relief and faster healing.
Learn more Nutrition & WeightPersonalized diet plans and weight-management programs.
Learn moreThe team
One doctor who knows your pet
Dr. Steve Pelton, DVM
Texas A&M graduate (DVM, Cum Laude, 2000) with 26 years in practice. Dr. Pelton has owned Hearthstone since 2007, and you'll see him at every visit, not a rotating staff of strangers.
Our clinic
A modern facility built for comfort
Advanced medical equipment, spacious exam rooms, in-house lab and surgical suites, all in a warm, welcoming space designed to keep pets and their families at ease.
We've cared for Cypress, Jersey Village, Copperfield and Northwest Houston pets from 14606 FM 529 for over four decades.
In your pocket
Never miss a check-up
Automated reminders, appointment requests, medical records and secure texting, all through the PetPage portal.
Quick access
Handy tools
Rex gets a free (CT ) cat scan from leo!!
“Rex getting x-rays like a good boy. while Leo the cat provides a free CAT scan.
New website fun!
Dr. Pelton is on fire!
Featured Videos
Watch our latest videos about pet care, clinic tours, and more
Dr. Pelton explains the 3 causes of itching/allergies
Is your dog constantly itching, licking, or getting ear infections? In this comprehensive video, Dr. Steve Pelton of Hearthstone Animal Clinic walks you through the real causes of allergies in dogs—and what truly helps. We cover the three major types of allergies: 🦟 Flea Allergy Dermatitis – Why even a single flea bite can set off a full-body reaction 🥩 Food Allergies – What symptoms to look for and how to run an actual elimination diet (hint: it’s not just switching brands) 🌼 Environmental Allergies (Atopy) – Why dogs develop seasonal or year-round itching, and how we treat it using proven methods like Apoquel, Cytopoint, and more Dr. Pelton also explains: ✅ Why over-the-counter allergy tests using hair, blood, or saliva are a waste of money ✅ When steroids make sense—and when they don’t ✅ What a real diagnostic and treatment plan looks like at our clinic Whether your dog is dealing with mild itch or chronic skin problems, this video will help you understand what’s going on and what to do next.
Food Allergy Short
Skip the Runaround – Just Follow the Plan! If your itchy dog ends up at the dermatologist, guess what they’re going to do first? A food trial. Exactly what we recommended in the beginning. 💡 Save time, money, and frustration—follow the plan your veterinarian lays out. We’ve done this a thousand times. Trust the process!
A day in the life of Leo
Leo doing what Leo does, !!
Why we need testing/diagnostics.
Why we need testing/diagnostics.
Wallen having fun chasing a bug!
Wallen having fun chasing a bug!
Wallen Our Paralyzed Cat playing
Wallen just having fun!
Ready when your pet needs us.
New here or coming back, getting seen is simple. Start a request and we'll take care of the rest.
Get Your Pet SeenOr call or text (281) 859-9244