Stoke Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in a purpose-built building at 214 Songer Street, Stoke, Nelson. It has been operating for more than 30 years and serves dogs, cats and other companion animals from Nelson, Richmond, Tahunanui, Atawhai and Monaco. The clinic is open seven days a week, and it has a visiting orthopaedic surgeon who comes from the North Island on a regular basis for specialist surgery. Its vets focus on preventive medicine, and the clinic says it aims to keep pain to a minimum during treatment. Many of the team have worked there for more than ten years, which the clinic says helps it build relationships with pets and owners over time. It publishes guides on preparing for a vet visit, symptoms and conditions, adult and senior health, and care after surgery. Clients have praised the personal service from reception, nurses and vets, and one said their cat was seen quickly and its problem sorted in half an hour. The clinic can be reached on (03) 547 7891, or by email at reception@stokevets.co.nz.