Dr. Austin Plummer was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida and has had a lifelong passion for everything animal-related. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and received his doctorate in veterinary medicine from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.  

Dr. Plummer has always loved St. Petersburg and upon graduation from veterinary school knew he wanted to move back to his hometown and begin practicing medicine. After several years in private practice, he was able to obtain his goal of practice ownership by opening his own veterinary hospital. “I have a passion for all aspects of veterinary medicine, but I have a special interest in radiology and internal medicine.” 

In addition to the DVM curriculum, Dr. Plummer received a certificate in business management and shelter medicine. He is proficient in abdominal ultrasonography and is a skilled soft tissue surgeon. Dr. Plummer finds client education extremely important and always takes the extra time to explain disease processes and test results to his clients.  

Dr. Plummer and his wife Samantha have 3 dogs, 2 goats, 6 chickens, and numerous aquatic pets at their home in St. Petersburg.

“My wife and I both really love animals, it’s one of the biggest things we share and we have made our home reflective of that. We are both extremely passionate about rescue animals and always try to have a foster dog in our home.”