Meet our Vets

Dr. Minott Pruyn received his DVM degree from Colorado State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 1975. He has been practicing at the Pruyn Veterinary Hospital since that time. The practice was started by his father, Dr. Earl Pruyn, in 1949. Dr. Pruyn is a member of the American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology (AAVD). He is credentialed for Stem Cell Orthopedic Therapy from Vet-Stem Regenerative Veterinary Medicine. An active member of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), Dr. Pruyn currently serves as a member of the AAHA's Accreditation Awareness Committee. Locally, Dr. Pruyn was voted "Best Veterinarian" by the Missoula Independent in 2008, 2009, and 2010. Dr. Pruyn and his wife Jan, have three children and one grandchild.

 Dr. Shoni Card received her DVM degree from Colorado State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. She has been with the Pruyn Veterinary Hospital since that time. Dr. Card is a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) from the University of Tennessee's College of Veterinary Medicine. Her veterinary interests include avian and exotic medicine, rehabilitation, and chemotherapy cancer treatment.

Dr. Paul Schaumberg received his DVM degree from Colorado State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 1977. Dr. Schaumberg has been at the Pruyn Veterinary Hospital since 2003. Prior to that time, he was the sole proprietor of the Kootenai Veterinary Hospital in Libby, Montana, for 23 years. He also practiced for two years in Pocatello, Idaho. Dr. Schaumberg is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Montana Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA). He also is a member of Rotary International. Doctor Schaumberg enjoys a variety of outdoor recreation. He and his wife Cindy, have two daughters, two dogs, and one cat.

Dr. Jenny Elwell-Gerken received her DVM degree from Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. She has been with the Pruyn Veterinary Hospital since 2010. Prior to that time, she practiced in a mixed animal practice in North Dakota. Dr. Jenny is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the North Dakota Veterinary Medical Association (NDVMA). She enjoys outdoor activities, such as camping, kayaking and hiking, as well as reading and watching movies. Dr. Jenny and her husband have one son, as well as 3 dogs, 6 cats, and 7 ferrets.

Dr. Stephanie Blackstone received her DVM degree from Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. She has been with the Pruyn Veterinary Hospital since 2011. Dr. Blackstone is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Her veterinary interests include rehabilitation, internal medicine and surgery. She enjoys skiing, hiking, running and yoga.