Veterinarian Overview
Dr. Matt Pennell has over 20 years of experience in the veterinary profession. He started working at a veterinary clinic when he was 16 years old, walking dogs after school. He obtained his undergraduate at UNCG, and then journeyed to Ross University of Veterinary Medicine on St. Kitts for 3 years. He then completed his veterinary education at Auburn University. Following graduation, he moved to Syracuse, NY, and worked at a large 6 doctor practice to enhance his surgical and medical skills. In May of 2005, he returned to his home town of Hickory, NC where he worked as a veterinarian and practice manager. In the spring of 2011, Dr. Pennell started his own practice, Startown Veterinary Hospital. Dr. Pennell and his wife Beth have 4 dogs: a Rottweiler mix, a Boston Terrier, a Labradoodle, and a Goldendoodle, 3 cats, and 2 horses.
