Dr. Stocks earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine after completing three years in the pre-veterinary program at the University of Arkansas. Following graduation, he began his career at a 24-hour emergency practice, where he gained valuable experience handling a wide variety of emergency and critical care cases.

He later worked at two sister veterinary clinics for more than eight years, where he continued to expand his medical knowledge and significantly developed his surgical skills. After a brief period of relief work, Dr. Stocks reached a major milestone in his career when he purchased Addison Animal Hospital in May 2005. For over 20 years, Dr. Stocks dedicated himself to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to the Addison community and growing the hospital into the practice it is today.

In April 2026, Dr. Stocks transitioned into a new chapter by selling Addison Animal Hospital to Dr. Chouhan, ensuring the continued care and commitment to the patients and families who have trusted the hospital for generations. Dr. Stocks is a member of the CVMA, ISVMA, AVMA, and AAHA. Outside of the hospital, he is an avid sports fan and enjoys golfing, exercising, boating, and fishing.