Dr. Andrew Pierce is the owner and medical director of Dry Pond Animal Hospital and Pet Resort, which he founded in 2023. He is also the founder of Denver Animal Emergency — now BluePearl Lake Norman — where he has since transitioned from owner to lead Medical Director and associate veterinarian. Through his years in emergency medicine, Dr. Pierce developed a deep passion for critical care, and he especially enjoys the challenge of diagnosing sick patients and getting them started on the road to recovery. He also brings significant experience with acute dog-fight injuries and wound care.
Dr. Pierce was raised on a beef cattle farm in Harrisburg, NC. His career in veterinary medicine began right here in Denver, NC, where he worked as kennel staff at a local general practice before advancing to a veterinary assistant role and pursuing his education. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2007 and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from North Carolina State University in 2012.
Dr. Pierce is married to his high school sweetheart, Shannon Pierce, who serves as practice manager of Denver Animal Emergency and also helps manage Dry Pond Animal Hospital. Outside of work, he enjoys CrossFit, basketball, football, and serving as an elder of his church. He finds his greatest joy spending time with Shannon and their five kids — whether at home, in the mountains, or on the beaches of North Carolina.