Cabarrus Animal Hospital PA

Cabarrus Animal Hospital provides professional veterinary care for your pets. We have been treating dogs and cats throughout Cabarrus County since 1974.

The doctors at Cabarrus Animal Hospital have education and experience in multiple aspects of veterinary medicine. Combined with our well-trained staff, this ensures your pet receives complete care. We use the most advanced technology and medical options available to help your pet.

We understand that bringing your pet to a hospital can be a stressful time for both you and your furry family member. Our compassionate staff is committed to doing everything possible to make your pet more comfortable.

In addition to our Kannapolis, NC location we also have the Mt. Pleasant Animal Hospital located in Mt. Pleasant, NC. This facility offers the same quality care, knowledgeable staff and comfortable environment you've come to expect from us.

If you have any questions about our veterinary services or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact us today!

3030 S. Cannon Blvd
Kannapolis, NC 28083
Phone: 704-786-6102
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Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM-6:00 PM
Sat: 7:30 AM- Noon
For after hours emergency care, please call Cabarrus Emergency at 704-932-1182

John C. Harroff, DVM

John C. Harroff, DVM, grew up in Salem, Ohio and graduated from Ohio State University in 1969. Dr. Harroff's interests lie in small animal medicine and surgery in addition to ear cropping, after working at CAH since 1972. He is married with two daughters, Lauren and Lindsey. Dr.Harroff spends his time off racing horses, farming and fishing.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1972

Education:

Ohio State University

Specialties:

Ear Cropping
Dennis C. Orr, DVM

Dr.Orr graduated from the University of Kentucky with a B.S., before graduating from Cornell University with a DVM in 1986. Dr.Orr specializes in artificial insemination of dogs. He enjoys being in the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his family members including Wife Paula and Sons, Dustin and Josh.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1988

Education:

University of Kentucky, Cornell University

Specialties:

Artificial Insemination of Dogs
Beth A. Weiss, DVM

Beth A. Weiss, DVM grew up in Rockville, Maryland. She graduated with a B.S. from Virginia Tech before going on to graduate from Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. She has a passion for internal medicine after working at CAH since 1990. Weiss enjoys cooking, gardening and traveling with Husband Dave Miller.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1990

Education:

Virginia Tech, Virginia-Maryland Regional College

Specialties:

Internal Medicine
Richard A. Aschenbrenner, DVM

Richard A. Aschenbrenner, DVM, was born in Illinois and raised in Pennsylvania. He graduated from the University of Delaware with a B.S. Degree before attending Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr.Aschenbrenner graduated with a DVM in 1999, and began working at CAH the same year. He enjoys general and wildlife medicine. Aschenbrenner enjoys listening to music, camping, hiking and playing sports.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1999

Education:

University of Delaware, Virginia-Maryland Regional College

Specialties:

General and Wildlife Medicine
Jennifer Hawthorne, DVM

Jennifer Hawthorne, DVM, grew up in Roper, North Carolina. She graduated with both her B.S. and DVM from North Carolina State University in 2006. Since starting at CAH in 2007, her primary interest lies in radiology. She spends her time away from work hiking with her dogs, gardening and watching movies with Husband Shawn and spending time with son Hayden.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2007

Education:

North Carolina State University

Specialties:

Radiology
Cara Kluttz, DVM

Cara Marie Kluttz, DVM grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania. She attended Smith College and then Ohio State University. Dr. Kluttz started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2009. She has a special interest in internal medicine. Her family life includes husband Brad and two sons Christian and Deshaun and of course pets include dogs: Carson, Cocoa, Eva, cats: Jill, Graytail, Squirrel, rabbits: Fluffy and Nekoda, goats: Emma and L.G., horses: Doc and Jane and chickens. During off time, Cara enjoys her family and pets.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2009

Education:

Smith College, Ohio State University

Specialties:

Internal Medicine
E. Blake Peurifoy, DVM

E. Blake Peurifoy, DVM, graduated from North Carolina State University with a B.S. and went on to receive his DVM at Ross University. In 2005, Peurifoy started at CAH, and since has gained enthusiasm for orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. He enjoys spending time with his wife and two children and doing anything related to water like scuba diving, water skiing and fishing.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2005

Education:

North Carolina State University, Ross University

Specialties:

Orthopedic and Soft Tissue Surgery
Michael Bayes Robinson, V.M.D.

Dr. Robinson grew up in Waynesboro, Va. and attended Wilson Memorial High School in Va. Dr. Robinson attended UNC-Charlotte (undergrad), recieved a major in spanish and spanish business, attended Triple Crown Dog Training Academy in Tx, and veterinary school at the University od Pennsylvania. He did a rotating internship at the Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Cary NC after vet school. Dr. Robinson worked at Cabarrus Animal Hospital in 2000 as a kennel/ veterinary assistant and rejoined us as a Veternarian in August of 2011. He has a special interest in spanish and dog training. He is currently engaged to Miss Danielle Lengemann with plans to be married in July of 2012. Dr. Robinson also has 3 dogs: Rojo and Rollins - dobermans and Cavalier a white greman shepherd. With any down time he enjoys traveling, working out, boating , Carolina Panthers, concerts , sporting events and eating.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2011

Education:

University of Pennsylvania

Specialties:

Spanish & Dog Training

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Mary Gochnauer, DVM

Mary Gochnauer, DVM, received her B.S. Degree in 2002, and went on to graduate from Ohio State University with a DVM Degree in 2006. She started at CAH the same year. When not at work, she spends much of her time in the outdoors and watching Buckeye football. She also enjoys playing with her dog and trail riding.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2006

Education:

Ohio State University

Specialties:

Large Animal Medicine
Laurel Dancy

Laurel Dancy grew up in Concord/Kannapolis, NC. She attended Northwest Cabarrus High School and then CCTC. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 1987 as a registered veterinary technician. Laurel has a special interest in surgery and anesthetics. During off-time, Laurel enjoys being an Aunt, spending time with her dachshund Max, and reading.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1987

Education:

CCTC - Registered Veterinary Technician

Specialties:

Anesthetics
Eileen G. Moose

Eileen G. Moose grew up in Red Hook, NY. She attended Mt. Pleasant High School and then RCCC Cosmetology College. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in October 1985 as a office manager. Her family life includes husband, 1 child and 1 grandchild. During off time, Eileen enjoys spending time with family, friends and pets.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1985

Specialties:

Office Manager
Connie Y. Hill

Connie Y. Hill grew up in Concord, NC. She attended Central Cabarrus High School and then RCCC for a semester. Connie started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in April of 1998 as a veterinary/dental assistant. Connie has a special interest in animal dentistry and adopting out puppies and kittens to loving homes. Family life includes husband Jamie and son Drew and of course pets including 2 cats: Stucco and Adam, 2 dogs: Herbie the love pug and Claire the PBGV, also a tortoise named Rupert. During off-time, Connie enjoys collecting and using vintage/treadle sewing machines, quilting, movies, games, pet sitting, and spending time with family.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1998

Specialties:

Veterinary/ Dental Assistant - Animal Dentistry
Leslie Anne Thompson

Leslie Anne Thompson grew up in China Grove, NC. She attended South Rowan High School. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2008 as a kennel assistant, she later began working in surgery as a veterinary/surgery assistant. Leslie enjoys learning veterinary medicine. Her family life includes her boyfriend Jason, 4 dogs: Pablo, Beasto, Buster and Bizzy, 4 cats: Reggie, TomTom, Snuggs, and Tree-O. During off-time, Leslie enjoys movies.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2008

Specialties:

Surgery Assistant
Amanda Ryan

Amanda Ryan grew up in Concord, NC and is currently enrolled at Gaston Community College where she will start the Vet Tech Program in the fall. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in the spring of 2010 as a veterinary assistant. Amanda is currently working to gain skills for her future. Her family life includes parents and of course pets, including two dogs Spike and Carley. During off-time, Amanda enjoys reading, collecting comic books, playing with her dogs and she is an avid movie buff.

Education:

GCC - Currently Enrolled in Vet Tech Program

Specialties:

Veterinary Assistant
Paul Frye

Paul grew up in China Grove/ Concord NC and graduated from Jesse Carson High school in 2011. Paul is currently attending Catawba College with a persuit in veterinary medicine. He began shadowing Dr Peurifoy in August of 2010 and started working with us in April 2011. His family life includes his parents a brother and 3 dogs: Slugo the pitbull, Lucky the boxer mix, and Olivia the great dane.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2011

Education:

Catawba College - Currently Enrolled

Specialties:

Veterinary Assistant

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Brenda Joyce Tortoreo

Brenda Joyce Tortoreo grew up in Hollywood, Florida. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in March 1990 as a receptionist. Her family life includes 1 daughter and 3 granddaughters. During off -time, Brenda enjoys collecting vintage radios/ record players and trunks.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1990

Specialties:

Head Receptionist
Mary Thomas

Mary Thomas grew up in Cabarrus county. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2001 as a volunteer, which developed into a part-time position. After some time spent trying other things, Mary rejoined our family as a veterinary assistant. Her family life includes a baby boy on the way and of course pets, including boxer Roxi, rottweiler Yogi and new rotti mix pup Izzy. During off-time, Mary enjoys bowling in a league.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2001

Specialties:

Receptionist/ Veterinary Assistant
Danielle Lee

Danielle grew up in Concord NC, she has been a receptionist with Cabarrus Animal Hospital since November 2010. She enjoys spending time with her great danes , reading, running and traveling.

Years in Practice:

Nov 07, 2010

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Destini Landrum

Destini grew up in Palmetto, Ga. and graduated from Palmetto High School.She attended Southern Polytech University. Destini bagan working with us in December of 2011 and is especially fond of pugs. Her family life consists of 2 sons , Nick and Chase and her fiance Michael. During down time Destini enjoys Nascar, sports, cooking, reading and camping.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2011

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Marjorie Holloway-Mills

Majorie Holloway-Mills grew up in Mt. Pleasant. She attended Mt. Pleasant High School and then UNCC, receiving a B.A. in biology. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 1995 and is currently our Inventory and Pharmacy Manager. Her family life includes her husband Bryan, Keller the cattle dog, donkeys, horses and cows. During off-time, Marjorie enjoys farming, running , dancing, antiquing and spending time with family.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1995

Education:

UNCC - B.A. in Biology

Specialties:

Inventory & Pharmacy Manager
Elizabeth Rothwell

Elizabeth Rothwell grew up in Concord, NC and attended RCCC. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2000 as a lab/veterinary assistant. Elizabeth enjoys pet sitting. Her family life includes 5 dogs, 1 cat, and 2 turtles.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2000

Specialties:

Veterinary / Lab Assistant
Kerri Kluttz Roberts

Kerri Kluttz Roberts grew up in Concord, NC. She attended Concord High School, and started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2005 as a lab and pharmacy assistant. Kerri has a special interest in lab, pharmacy and pet sitting. Family life includes husband, son, and of course pets include 3 golden retrievers and 1 cat. During off time, Kerri enjoys spending time with family.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2005

Specialties:

Veterinary/ Pharmacy & Lab Assistant
Dustin Orr

Dustin grew up in Mt Pleasant NC and graduated from Mt Pleasant High School. He is currently attending NC State University in his 1st year of veterinary medicine. His family life includes his parents and a brother. He is the son of Dr. Dennis Orr and hopes to join him as a fellow veterinarian in the future. Dustin enjoys spending time with family and friends in his small amount of down time.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2006

Education:

NC State - Currently Enrolled

Specialties:

Veterinary Assistant
Meredith Grist Stafford

Meredith Grist Stafford grew up in Concord, NC. She attended RCCC. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2009 as a lab assistant. her family life includes husband, 3 dogs and 3 cats. During off-time, Meredith enjoys football, yardwork, spending time with family, animals, and the shopping centers.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2009

Specialties:

Lab Assistant/ Receptionist
Cindy Goodman Thompson

Cindy Goodman Thompson grew up in China Grove, NC and attends RCCC. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2007 as a kennel manager. her family life includes husband Brian, and pets include 2 dogs: JayJay and Roxy and 1 cat: Baxter. During off-time, Cindy enjoys hanging out with family and friends and pet sitting.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2007

Specialties:

Kennel Manager/ Veterinary Assistant
Angela Dawn Kirks

Angela Dawn Kirks grew up in Concord, NC and attended Concord High School. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2007 as a kennel assistant. Angela has a special interest in chihuahuas and bottle feeding kittens. Her family life includes her father and boyfriend Scooter. And of course pets include 5 chihuahuas and several cats. During off-time, Angela enjoys kayaking and fishing.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2007

Specialties:

Kennel Assistant / Raising Kittens and Chihuahuas
Kimberly Megan Cooper

Kimberly Megan Cooper grew up in Kannapolis, NC. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2008 as a kennel assistant. Megan enjoys learning about forensics anthropology. Her family life includes fiance Christopher and a baby boy Carter, and of course pets including dog: Babygirl . During off-time, Megan enjoys the outdoors, the lake and swimming and spending time with family and friends.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2008

Specialties:

Kennel Assistant
Brian M. DePue

Brian M. DePue grew up in Harrisburg, NC. He graduated Hickory Ridge High School in 2011.He is currently enrolled at RCCC. He started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2009 as a kennel assistant. Brian has a special interest in working with animals. His family life includes Dad- Carl, Mom- Linda and brother- Brad and a dog Bailey. During off-time, Brian enjoys fishing, baseball and playing cards.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2009

Specialties:

Kennel Assistant
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Elizabeth "Liz" Slough

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2011

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Michelle Kolaya

Michelle Kolaya grew up in New Symere Beach, FL and Concord, NC. She graduated from High School and then attended CPCC for 2 years. Michelle started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 1988 and then transferred to Mt. Pleasant Animal Hospital where she still remains. Michelle enjoys reading and painting. Family life includes her mother, two sisters, two nieces, one nephew, and a multitude of great nieces and nephews. And of course pets include a large variety, including one cat, several boston terriers, dachshunds, tortoises, and multiple birds.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 1988

Specialties:

Works at Mt Pleasant Animal Hospital
Dannelle Elise Stanback

Dannelle Elise Stanback grew up in Kannapolis, NC. She attended UNC Pembroke, receiving a degree in bachelor biology with a zoology concentration. Elise started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2006 as a veterinary assistant and then transferred to our Mt. Pleasant office. Elise especially enjoys pit bull terriers and Oscars (fish). Her family life includes her son Nathaniel Jr. and several dogs. During off-time, Elise enjoys movies, basketball, and video games.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2006

Education:

UNC Pembroke- Bacheloras Degree in Zoology

Specialties:

Veterinary / Lab Assistant
Jenny Carroll

Jenny Carroll grew up in Concord, NC. She attended Concord High School and then Furman University and UNC Greensboro. She started working at Cabarrus Animal Hospital, P.A. in 2010 as a receptionist and recently relocated to our satellite clinic in Mt Pleasant. Her family life includes parents Bill & Carol, and several dogs and cats. During off time, Jenny enjoys singing, piano, sewing, knitting, crocheting and horseback riding.

Years in Practice:

Apr 07, 2010

Education:

UNC Greensboro

Specialties:

Receptionist @ Mt Pleasant AH