Dr. Lorie White

Looking for an experienced, compassionate vet in Matthews? You found her at Caring Hearts Animal Hospital, with Dr. Lorie White! When she was just 4 years old, she told her mother that she wanted to become a veterinarian when she grew up. She never wavered from her conviction, and after more than 30 years on the job, she’s still as passionate about veterinary care as she was as a kid! Dr. White was born in Hilliard, OH, and relocated with her family to Kentucky when she was 11.

After her undergraduate schooling at Morehead State University, she attended Auburn University Veterinary School, then moved to Charlotte, NC. After working for 13 years as an associate veterinarian, she decided it was time to start her own practice and opened Caring Hearts Animal Hospital in 2004. As a vet, Dr. White enjoys puppy vaccine visits and helping clients understand all the things they can do to give their pets the healthiest life possible. She also likes surgery because she has the tools and solutions in her grasp.

Dr. White shares her house with her wife, Paula. They have two dogs, Oakley and Roo, as well as three cats named Kit, Dottie, and Misty. Dr. White is a big sports fan and loves the Atlanta Braves—one day she wants to travel and see the Braves play in many ballparks around the country. She also likes cheering on her alma mater, Auburn, and the Carolina Panthers. When time allows, she enjoys camping and hiking with her dogs.