About Us
St. Francis Hospital for Animals was founded in 1996 with the idea that bigger is NOT always better. While a large practice with many rotating doctors may have some advantages, sometimes clients and patients become just a number. We prefer a smaller, more personal practice atmosphere where we take the time to get to know you and your pet and their individual personalities and health needs. You will experience the continuity of having a doctor take care of your animal who already knows them. There is no need to guess who is on duty any given day.
Our practice is full-service. We offer the latest diagnostics and treatments available, either on-site or via our association with a local group of specialists. Additionally, our doctor is a firm believer in continuing education to keep up with the most current concepts of preventive medicine. In fact, we use risk assessment to tailor each patient's wellness care to his or her lifestyle, giving your pet only what is necessary. Call us or stop by for a visit. We'll be happy to answer any questions your may have.
St. Francis Hospital for Animals: "Modern medicine with old fashioned care." Animal Hospital Charlotte
Dr. William Cooper is the owner and founder of St. Francis Hospital for Animals. He grew up in Charlotte in the Freedom Park neighborhood and did his undergraduate studies at N.C. State University. He received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Auburn University in 1984. After working for a brief period with a large animal practice in Florida, Dr. Copper interned at one fo the busiest practices in Chicado before returning to Charlotte.
Ashley Mauldin has been with St. Francis Hospital for Animals since the beginning and was invaluable in getting the practice off the ground. She is our head technician and does everything from reception to assisting in surgery. She and her husband, Don, have one son, two dogs, and a cat.
Annette Celender, LVT, is our office manager. She is a graduate of the median School of Allied Health Veterinary Technology program in Pittsburgh. She has been with St. Francis since 1999, and in ithe veterinary field for over 29 years. She has several cats and is shown above with, Phantom, one of her handicapped kittens. She has a special interest in feline medicine and hand-raising orphan kittens.